Officer Safety Survey

What is the greatest threat to you while performing your duties?

(A). Armed subjects

(B). Intoxicated or drugged subjects

(C). Mentally ill subjects

(D). Vehicle traffic

(E). Other

Does your agency have a use of force policy?

(A). Yes

(B). No

Do you believe you have the right equipment to perform your duties?

(A). Yes

(B). No

If you or someone in your department were reprimanded for using force, did the reprimand affect your decision to use force in the future?

(A). Extremely

(B). A little

(C). My decision was not affected

Do you have adequate manpower to keep you safe?

(A). Yes

(B). No

(C). Sometimes

Do you have the proper training to deal with common situations related to your duties?

(A). Yes

(B). No

How old is your body armor?

(A). Less than five years

(B). More than five years

(C). Five years

Do you believe you can recognize a person is going to attack or resist you before he or she does?

(A). Most of the time

(B). Less than most of the time

(C). All the time

(D). None of the time

What is the best indicator a person is going to attack or resist you?

(A). Verbal communication

(B). Behavior (e.g. walking around, body position, or attitude)

(C). Your gut feeling

Have your ever used force in the line of duty?

(A). Yes

(B). No