Motor Vehicle Stops

Question 1

Should you fire at a moving or stationary vehicle?

Answer 1

No - unless your life or someone else’s life is in danger and there is no other means of stopping the vehicle

Question 2

T/F - Firing at a vehicle is an effective means of stopping it

Answer 2

False

Question 3

T/F - Firing at a vehicle is not an effective means of stopping it

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What could happen if you fire at a moving vehicle?

Answer 4

It could become out of control - presenting extreme danger to bystanders and property

Question 5

Routine Motor Vehicle Stop procedure:

Answer 5

7 Steps - C.I.W.S.C.A.R

1. Contact - (Vehicle under notice)
2. Isolation (Tactical Advantage)
3. Warning (Signalling)
4. Stop (Appropriate position)
5. Check (Movement inside vehicle. Boot, doors etc.)
6. Action/Approach (Report location and details)
7. Resolution (Arrest, TIN etc.)

Question 6

Where should you position your vehicle in a Routine Vehicle Stop?

Answer 6

1m offset from vehicle of interest

7m from rear of vehicle

Question 7

What type of vehicle stop is it if you park your vehicle:

1m offset from vehicle of interest

7m from rear of vehicle

Answer 7

Routine Vehicle Stop

Question 8

Where should you position your vehicles in an Armed and Dangerous Vehicle Stop?

Answer 8

Police Vehicle 1:

Next to kerb

12 metres behind Vehicle of Interest,

Police Vehicle 2

Parked next to Police Vehicle 1

with a 2 metre gap

on a 45 degree angle

Question 9

What should you consider when drawing your firearm from it’s holster in an Armed and Dangerous Vehicle Stop

Answer 9

When should you draw your gun

> Drawing in a moving vehicle could be dangerous (due to speed and movement)

> Could get lodged under a seat