Metropolitan Division

LSPD’s citywide specialist support division within the Counter-Terrorism and Special Operations Bureau. Metro supports the rest of the department without owning a geographic patrol area.

D Platoon

Metro’s SWAT component, providing tactical and crisis-negotiation support when an incident exceeds ordinary patrol capability. Members remain subject to the same departmental authority and force policy as other officers.

Mission

Preserve life and protect the public through planning, sound decisions, negotiation, and coordination with incident command. A safe surrender is a successful outcome.

Patrol relationship

Patrol retains its command, public-safety, traffic, witness, and investigative responsibilities. SWAT provides the specialist component of the response.

Preservation of life

Consider the safety of hostages, the public, officers, emergency personnel, and suspects.

De-escalation and time

Use communication and patience while waiting remains safe. Possessing specialist equipment does not create a reason to use it.

Containment

A contained incident allows more time for information, communication, and a coordinated resolution.

Communication and discipline

Know the assignment, supervisor, current plan, and reporting route. Avoid independent action that undermines the team.

Proportionality

Commit the resources justified by the incident. An armed person or serious offence alone does not automatically require SWAT.

Accountability and RP quality

Report decisions honestly, learn from mistakes, and leave other players meaningful choices. Do not rush scenes or escalate simply to finish them.

Public interaction

Treat civilians, colleagues, and other agencies respectfully. Keep arguments and unprofessional behavior out of public interactions.

Compassion and focus

Show care for others while remaining attentive to the assigned task.

Reporting concerns

Raise conduct or procedure concerns through the appropriate supervisor. Ask when unsure of a procedure.

Confidentiality

Protect confidential unit material and operational information from unauthorized disclosure.

Equipment responsibility

Use approved equipment and follow the rules attached to its use.

Appearance is not grounds

Do not harass someone merely because they look like a criminal.

OIC and AOIC

The Officer-in-Charge leads D Platoon; the Assistant Officer-in-Charge supports the OIC and supervises SWAT School.

Squad and element

An element has an Element Leader and up to four Operators. Two elements form a squad under a Squad Leader. An incident team is an assignment, not a new permanent rank.

CNT

The Crisis Negotiation Team belongs to D Platoon and is led by the CNT Sergeant. Negotiator qualification is separate from school awareness training.

Administrative chain

Element Leader → Squad Leader → AOIC → OIC. A complaint about a person at one step may bypass that person.

Rank, position, and qualification

Department rank, platoon appointment, and specialist skill are different. A specialist qualification does not confer command authority.

Training leadership

Qualified Training Staff teach the school under AOIC supervision. Each session has a Lead Instructor and a Safety Officer; the Safety Officer may stop training regardless of rank.

Normal duty

SWAT members working normal duty remain patrol officers under the incident commander until formal activation. They may advise but cannot self-activate the platoon.

Uniform and weapons

Normal duty uses the standard LSPD Class A/B arrangement. SWAT tactical uniform and SWAT-issued weapons are for callouts, training, and approved operations.

Training conduct

Arrive prepared, follow the assigned uniform and equipment requirements, communicate absence to the supervisor, and treat other participants professionally.

Ongoing proficiency

Attend at least two scheduled trainings per month, including one scenario, and maintain current firearms qualification. Communication is practised throughout training; supplemental sessions address needs chosen by the instructor or Squad Leader.

Completion

Attend and complete all twelve modules satisfactorily. Command and instructors assess exercises on a pass/fail basis; missed requirements must be made up before the final assessment.

Retake

One retake is permitted after a failed assessment. A second failure ends candidacy. Safety violations, dishonesty, or unprofessional conduct may result in removal.

Graduation

Successful graduates become Probationary Operators, receive a callsign, and are authorized to wear the SWAT shoulder patch.

Probation

Complete 30 OOC days and at least three deployments or major training exercises. The Element Leader evaluates each deployment; the Squad Leader recommends certification, a single extension of up to 15 days, or release. The OIC decides.

School and specialist training

Less-lethal fundamentals and introductory breaching belong in school. Advanced Breaching, Crisis Negotiator, TEMS, Marksman/Observer, and Armored Vehicle Operator retain their separate role requirements.

Operator and Element Leader

An Operator works within the assigned element. The Element Leader supervises it and normally speaks for it on the tactical channel.

Squad Leader

Supervises the two elements forming the squad and reports through the tactical command structure.

Incident team

Personnel assigned together for a particular incident by the TC. The temporary grouping does not alter rank or permanent squad membership.

Breacher

A member assigned to authorized access work, using only the tools and tasks covered by their training.

Marksman / Observer

Metro’s specialist title. “Sierra” may be encountered as technical vocabulary; it does not replace the assigned David callsign.

TEMS

Tactical Emergency Medical Support, coordinated with LSFD through the Medical Liaison.

Technical calls are shorthand within an assigned task. They do not grant permission to act or replace a clear location, report, or acknowledgment.

Stack up

A call to prepare at a designated doorway; it can address a group or an individual.

Move / breach

A movement or access signal.

Fall in

A call to regroup with the team or squad leader.

Compromised

A warning that the situation has become critical because of an immediate risk to life.

Contact

A warning of observed adversaries or their reported location.

Red on red

Opposing hostile groups exchanging fire, such as a gang shootout.

Lead-vehicle updates

The leading vehicle announces turns so following vehicles anticipate slowing and maintain the convoy’s order.

Direction calls

“Convoy turning left” and “Convoy turning right.”

Movement calls

“Convoy hold” and “Convoy move out.”

Receiver then sender

Identify the recipient first, then yourself: “David Command, David-One-One.” Speak the David callsign digits separately.

Situation report

Give who, what, where, when, and what is needed. Distinguish direct observation from a witness report or an unconfirmed claim.

Short transmissions

Think before keying the radio, split long messages, and wait for acknowledgment. Use plain, professional language and standard department codes.

Emergency traffic

Any member with emergency information may announce “Emergency traffic.” Other members stop transmitting so the information can be passed.

Element reporting

The Element Leader normally speaks for the element unless a member is addressed directly or has urgent information.

David callsigns

Use the assigned David callsign. The TC may be addressed as David Command during an incident.

Channel assignment

Confirm the working channels during the briefing. A channel label identifies its purpose; it does not change who has authority.

Assignment and pronunciation

Use the callsign issued for the member’s current position, with David digits spoken separately. A temporary incident task does not create a new permanent callsign.

Preservation of life

The unit’s mission remains the starting point for a high-risk incident.

Specialist contribution

Operators contribute information, communication, and specialist equipment to the response.

Peaceful resolution

Seek a negotiated resolution whenever possible.

Incident Commander

Owns the whole incident: objectives, public safety, resources, investigation, and agency coordination. Approves the tactical plan.

Tactical Commander

The senior D Platoon supervisor responsible for SWAT personnel and the specialist component. Advises the IC and carries out the approved plan.

Authority

SWAT’s arrival does not transfer incident command. The IC works through the TC rather than directing individual Operators.

CNT and medical roles

The CNT Team Leader coordinates negotiation; the Medical Liaison coordinates TEMS and LSFD. Those responsibilities remain distinct from IC and TC.

Scribe and staging

The Scribe records significant events and decisions. The Staging Officer tracks arriving and assigned resources.

Briefing information

Incident type, location, people, reported weapons and their information basis, injuries, current police resources, immediate risks, and unresolved information.

Patrol responsibilities

Outer perimeter, traffic, evacuation, witnesses, and investigative work continue with the assigned patrol and investigative units.

Supporting units

CNT, Air Support, K-9, detectives, LSFD/TEMS, and Bomb Squad contribute their own capabilities through incident coordination. Allied-agency assistance follows the mutual-aid process.

Updates

Pass changes to command and the relevant specialist contact. A corrected report must reach the people relying on the earlier version.

Threshold

SWAT responds when the circumstances exceed patrol capability and specialist support offers the best chance of safe resolution. A weapon, pursuit, or serious charge alone is insufficient.

Normal request route

Patrol officer → patrol supervisor → Watch Commander / IC → on-call D Platoon supervisor. The on-call supervisor assesses the request.

Response options

Consultation, supervisor response, standby team, full callout, or a declined request with advice. Each request and decision is logged.

Immediate urgency

A supervisor may contact the on-call supervisor directly when delay would endanger life, then informs the Watch Commander as soon as possible.

Planned requests

Use the Consultation / Request Form, at least 24 hours in advance where possible. Formal activation precedes deployment as the SWAT unit.

Check-in

Respond to the assigned staging area and check in by callsign. Await a specific assignment.

Incident teams

The TC may combine checked-in members into temporary teams, preferring to keep squads together. TEMS may be assigned; team membership lasts until the TC adjusts it.

Inner and outer perimeter

SWAT accepts the inner-perimeter responsibility through an explicit handover; patrol retains the outer perimeter and public access responsibilities.

Relief

Patrol remains responsible until relieved. Each relief includes the current observations, assignment, and unresolved concerns.

Briefed roles

Identify and announce IC, TC, CNT lead, medical, staging, channels, and the agreed responsibilities before personnel assume the new assignments.

Callout log

The on-call supervisor records every request, including consultations and declines.

Hot wash

Before release, briefly review the incident, injuries, equipment issues, and matters requiring immediate reporting.

After-Action Report

The Squad Leader or TC submits the AAR within 24 hours of deployments, planned operations, and full-platoon exercises. Include the timeline, command, resources, negotiation, force, injuries, damage, and lessons.

Training record

Record each session within 24 hours, including attendance, individual results, and required follow-up.

Voice

An operator’s voice is a primary tool; negotiation is a critical skill.

Time

Time and conversation can allow initial excitement to decrease.

A route to resolution

The negotiator provides a continuing point of communication toward surrender and a safe resolution.

Calm delivery

Speak calmly throughout the interaction.

Use a name

Obtain a first or full name and use it in the conversation.

Keep communication going

Maintain a conversation and continue seeking a peaceful resolution.

Understanding

Express understanding of the person’s position when appropriate.

Information gathering

Use the conversation to learn about the situation.

CNT Team Leader

The CNT Sergeant coordinates negotiation with IC and TC. A liaison carries information between CNT and the tactical component.

Primary and secondary

The primary negotiator speaks to the subject. The secondary assists, takes notes, and can take over when assigned.

One voice

After CNT takes over, other officers do not begin competing conversations, threats, or independent bargains.

Decision authority

Negotiators communicate and advise; final command decisions remain with the IC and TC in their respective roles.

Requests and promises

Pass every demand to the IC. Small, safe requests require IC approval; do not promise an exchange of hostages, weapons, prisoner releases, or something that cannot be delivered.

Proof of life

Request direct confirmation that the hostage is alive.

Changes in condition

Hostage injury and changes in the situation are information requiring attention and coordination.

Additional suspects

Reports of suspects outside the immediate scene are relevant incident information.

Shared plan

CNT and the tactical component work toward the same resolution. The CNT liaison keeps the team leaders in contact.

Changes affecting the subject

Keep CNT informed before activity the subject may notice, so the negotiator is not surprised or contradicted.

Rising risk

Pass reports of self-harm, deadlines, and changes in hostage condition to TC and IC with the uncertainty clearly identified.

Ending negotiation

The IC decides whether to end negotiation and adopt another option, advised by TC and the CNT Team Leader.

RP participation

Allow time for another player’s responses. A player needing to leave is handled through OOC coordination with the supervisor, without forcing a fictional escalation.

Tactical uniform

Dark navy or charcoal BDUs, black boots, a marked armor carrier, LSPD/SWAT patches, name tape, and callsign. Worn for callouts, training, and approved operations.

Normal duty

Standard LSPD Class A/B uniform with the SWAT patch for normal duty, court, ceremonies, and office work.

Identification

Remain identifiable by callsign. Face coverings require operational need and TC approval.

Illustrated clothing

Use the images to recognize clothing and equipment categories. The Metro uniform requirements above determine the issued combination and colors.

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Standard operator kit

Department pistol and patrol carbine with light, handcuffs/flex-cuffs, flashlight, radio with headset, individual first aid kit, and department identification.

Protection

Marked armor carrier with rifle-rated plates, ballistic helmet, eye and hearing protection, gas mask, and gloves.

Specialist equipment

Shield, approved entry tools, observation equipment, loudhailer, and negotiation throw phone depend on training and assignment.

Weapon categories

Carbine, submachine gun, shotgun, handgun, and precision rifle are different categories. A pictured item is not automatic authorization to carry it.

Access and aquatic equipment

Storm Ram and SCUBA labels identify equipment types. Practical use requires the appropriate training, assignment, and actual in-game equipment.

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Task-based loadout

The TC or Squad Leader assigns equipment according to the incident and each member’s role and qualifications. No one carries every item.

Armory

Use faction-issued equipment approved by the OIC. Personal or unauthorized equipment and items the character does not possess are not substitutes.

Sign-out and return

Issue and return equipment through the Armorer / Equipment Officer. Report loss or damage during the same shift.

Weapon qualification

Carry only systems with a current qualification. SWAT-issued weapons are restricted to callouts, training, and approved operations.

Specialist weapons

TC assignment and the applicable qualification govern submachine guns and precision rifles; the precision rifle is a Marksman / Observer assignment.

Purpose

Less-lethal options can reduce the need for deadly force but carry injury risks. They do not replace communication, time, or proportional judgment.

School requirement

Less-lethal fundamentals are part of SWAT School. School attendance does not waive equipment-specific training, current qualification, or authorization.

TASER and beanbag shotgun

Officer discretion within department policy and training. The beanbag system has a distinctive colored stock.

40mm launcher

Supervisor authorization is required; this is not an independently authorized response based only on the equipment being available.

Chemical agents

TC authorization at Sergeant II or above, with IC approval and LSFD staged beforehand.

Medical and reporting

Arrange medical evaluation for anyone struck by a less-lethal munition. Record each use in the AAR and department use-of-force report.

Armored rescue vehicle

ARV authorization and operating restrictions are covered in Module 7. It is a separately assigned vehicle capability.

Command support

A command vehicle is a support resource whose availability and role must be confirmed for the incident.

Aircraft recognition

MH-6 and Black Hawk identify aircraft examples. Air Support confirms the aircraft and capabilities actually available to Metro.

Training boundaries

Vehicle, aircrew, and dive assignments retain their own requirements; familiarity with an illustration does not establish qualification.

Departmental authority

SWAT membership does not expand the department’s authority to use force. Equipment possession and a team assignment are not independent justification.

Necessity and proportionality

Use only force necessary for the lawful objective, proportionate to the threat and circumstances. Force stops when the threat stops.

Intervention

Members must intervene to prevent excessive force and report it.

Medical aid and reports

Provide or request aid for injured people when safe. Record each member who used or witnessed force, alongside the department report and AAR.

Weapon accountability

Report every discharge, including an accidental discharge, immediately to a supervisor. Follow department safety rules in training, vehicles, stations, and incidents.

LSFD EMS

Request and stage EMS at every SWAT callout outside the inner perimeter.

Medical Liaison

Coordinates TEMS, LSFD, and TC from the command post.

TEMS

Provides medical support where normal EMS access is restricted and monitors member welfare during prolonged incidents, including fatigue, heat, and dehydration.

Care responsibilities

Personnel remain within their training and medical role. School awareness does not confer a TEMS or clinical qualification.

Casualty collection point

A protected care-and-handover location, identified to personnel during the briefing.

Rescue coordination

TC coordinates rescue planning with IC and the medical contact. ARV use follows its separate authorization rules.

Medical access

Medical and support vehicles need an identified access arrangement. Normal LSFD crews are not sent into unsecured areas; TEMS access follows the assigned specialist arrangement.

Patient care

Injured suspects receive the same standard of care as anyone else. Give LSFD players time to perform medical RP and avoid unrealistic moves simply to speed up a scene.

Handover

Pass the person’s reported condition, assistance actually provided, and unresolved concerns to the receiving medical role.

Individual first aid kit

Issued to all members; use is limited to the member’s training.

Tactical medic bag

A TEMS resource, separate from the operator’s IFAK.

Rescue litter

Carried on the ARV for the assigned rescue/medical role.

Medical follow-up

Request or provide appropriate aid for injured people when safe. Less-lethal impacts require medical evaluation.

Incident record

Record injuries, assistance, receiving medical unit, and relevant equipment transfers in the incident record and AAR.

Stacking

Preparation for a tactical movement, including a room entry.

Single-side and double stack

Two stack arrangements, compared in the illustration below.

Team-leader selection

The assigned Element Leader or incident team leader specifies the arrangement within the TC’s approved task.

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Stealth entry

Quiet communication, with speech limited to what is necessary.

Dynamic entry

An overt approach with clear spoken commands.

Arrangement

An offset line formation, illustrated below.

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Arrangement

A triangular or V-shaped formation associated with larger spaces.

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Arrangement

A modified wedge associated with escorting. The illustration shows four operators.

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Illustrated example

The illustrated example begins on opposite sides of a doorway and depicts entry that remains on the respective sides, followed by checking the room and blind spots.

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Illustrated example

The illustrated example depicts movement across the doorway to the opposite interior side.

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Illustrated example

The illustrated example uses a same-side starting group, with one operator holding position while another crosses. The slate and blue figures identify the cross-lean example.

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Setting

A hallway or open room without a door.

Illustrated concept

The example combines an initial view of the adjoining space with movement around the corner.

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Entry and hallway examples

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Concept

Observing the portion of a room visible from a doorway. The illustrations show two examples.

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Breacher

An Operator assigned to authorized access work. The assignment does not itself authorize entry or expand the operation’s purpose.

Basic and advanced training

Introductory breaching belongs in SWAT School; Advanced Breaching is a separate qualification. Use only the tools and tasks covered by current training and assignment.

Storm Ram

A named example of impact-based access equipment. Recognition of the tool is separate from permission and practical competency.

Issued equipment

The TC or Squad Leader assigns approved equipment; issue, return, damage, and the actual outcome are recorded.

Purpose

The BearCat-style ARV protects people and supports rescue and evacuation. It is not a status vehicle or an automatic part of every callout.

Operator

Only a qualified Armored Vehicle Operator drives the ARV. The TC decides whether the incident needs it.

Restrictions

No routine patrol, pursuits, traffic stops, transport between calls, or personal travel.

Accountability

Sign the ARV out and back in, return it fueled and clean, and record property damage in the AAR.

Rescue coordination

TC coordinates the rescue plan with IC and medical personnel. The following permissions govern the vehicle assignment; they are separate from a driving technique.

Touch and Go

A helicopter-deployment example associated with rooftop access and rescue assignments.

Splash and Go

A helicopter-to-water deployment example involving an operator equipped with a SCUBA tank.

Pilot role

Air Support supplies trained aircrew and confirms available platforms. MH-6 and Black Hawk identify examples rather than a guaranteed Metro fleet.

Dynamic Dock and Go

A deployment example from a police boat toward shore.

Stealth Scuba Insertion

A SCUBA-equipped approach from a drop-off point away from the destination.

Diving clothing

A dedicated outfit for aquatic activity, illustrated below.

SCUBA tank

Equipment associated with the water-insertion examples.

Knife

An inventory item associated with underwater activity.

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Order of vehicles

The leader assigned by TC coordinates the convoy order for the approved movement.

Speed and spacing

The leader determines speed and spacing according to terrain and expected conditions.

Terrain example

Reduce speed on hills and sharp turns to help prevent collisions.

Turning calls

The leading vehicle announces turns so following vehicles anticipate changes and preserve the convoy’s order.

These illustrations distinguish vehicle roles. Each Metro vehicle assignment still follows the approved movement and ARV authorization requirements.

Composition

Armored vehicles, transport vehicles, and other vehicles have distinct convoy roles.

Holding example

The illustration shows a stopped convoy with access for medical or support vehicles.

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Soft dismount

Passengers dismount while the driver remains.

Full / hard dismount

Everyone dismounts.

Bail

An emergency-dismount call.

Assignment

Confirm the purpose, receiving unit, passengers, and responsible supervisor for a transport task.

Air Support

Coordinates aircraft operation and the support actually available; ground personnel do not assume an aircraft has every illustrated capability.

Specialist qualifications

Pilot, diver, medical, and Armored Vehicle Operator responsibilities remain distinct. Introductory terminology does not confer those qualifications.

Major transport incidents

Incidents involving buses, trains, aircraft, or large vessels require OIC/AOIC as TC, a Lieutenant or above as IC, and coordination with the transport authority. Restricted-zone access needs IC or TC approval.

ARV use

Convoy terminology does not override the ARV’s mission and authorization restrictions in Module 7.

Deployment threshold

Assess the whole incident and whether it exceeds patrol capability. An armed person, ordinary pursuit, routine felony stop, or serious charge alone is not automatic justification.

Consultation

The on-call D Platoon supervisor can provide advice without activation. Routine arrests and warrants remain with patrol or the investigating division when their capability is sufficient.

Request information

Provide the incident purpose, subject description, reported weapons and information basis, occupants, injuries, immediate risk, and available intelligence.

Vehicle refusal

Refusal to exit a vehicle is usually a patrol high-risk stop. SWAT involvement requires the additional armed-risk, prolonged noncompliance, and patrol-capability circumstances to be assessed.

Concealed versus visible

Distinguish a weapon concealed on a person or in a vehicle from one that is visibly present.

Held versus slung

Distinguish a weapon held in a hand from one carried using a sling.

Appearance alone

Appearance alone is not justification for harassment or detention.

Dignity and restraint

Treat people respectfully and limit force to the lawful objective.

Investigation

The case detective owns the investigation, warrant, intelligence, and evidence.

Command

For planned warrant service, the requesting division’s supervisor at Lieutenant or above is IC; the D Platoon supervisor is TC. Both approve the operation plan.

SWAT handover

When the assigned tactical work is complete and occupants are accounted for, transfer the location to detectives for search and evidence work.

Custody and reporting

Patrol or the investigating division transports and processes arrestees. Record force, injury, and damage, with an AAR within 24 hours.

Valid authority

TC reviews the signed warrant and its terms for the fictional case. Special service conditions require the relevant authorization; a tactical assignment does not supply it.

Briefing attendance

All participating SWAT, patrol, detective, TEMS, and support personnel attend the formal briefing.

Briefing content

Situation, objective, responsibilities, command, communication, medical arrangements, and contingencies. Resolve mismatched identities or addresses before treating the packet as settled.

Threat assessment

The requesting division supplies the assessment; the on-call supervisor reviews it. The score supports judgment and consultation, not automatic activation or force.

Assessment bands

0–19: investigating division normally serves; 20–29: mandatory D Platoon consultation; 30 or more: SWAT service recommended for OIC/AOIC decision. Consultation remains available at any score.

Negotiation

Seek a peaceful resolution of high-risk incidents through negotiation.

Calm communication

Speak calmly, use names, and keep the conversation going.

Information

Gathering information about the situation is part of the negotiation role.

Proof of life

Request direct confirmation that a hostage is alive.

Hostage condition

An injured hostage or a change in condition is relevant to the incident picture.

Other suspects

Reports of suspects outside the immediate location are relevant incident information.

Changing behavior

Observe changes in the hostage taker’s movement or speech. These observations do not automatically authorize force.

IC and TC

The IC retains overall command; TC manages the SWAT component. Significant decisions are recorded by the Scribe.

Negotiation

Once CNT takes over, the primary negotiator is the single voice to the subject. Demands go to IC through the negotiation chain.

Hostage command

Hostage incidents normally have a Lieutenant or above as IC, with OIC or AOIC as TC when available.

Deliberate resolution decision

IC decides whether continued waiting presents greater risk than another option, advised by TC and CNT. Record the decision and reasons.

Commitments

No independent bargains, hostage exchanges, or promises beyond the approved authority.

Barricaded suspect

An armed or reasonably believed armed person occupying or fortifying a fixed location and resisting apprehension through violence or threats of violence.

Hostage incident

A person held against their will under threat of harm. Track each hostage’s identity, location, condition, relationship to the suspect, and medical needs.

Containment

Confirm accountability for the scene’s boundaries and access. Continue information gathering, communication, and risk reassessment.

Active versus contained

An ongoing threat to life and a contained incident are different circumstances. Report changes immediately; the presence of a weapon alone does not settle that distinction.

Priorities

Protect hostages and victims, the public, officers, and suspects. Property and evidence do not take precedence over life.

Emergency plan

TC works with IC to prepare and brief the emergency plan, its triggers, and authority. Only TC activates that plan; individual emergency duties remain governed by departmental force policy.

Medical arrangements

Identify TEMS, LSFD, and the casualty collection/handover arrangement before planned tactical action.

Reassessment

TC continually reviews the risk of available options, including waiting, and keeps IC informed.

Released hostages

Provide care and establish identity; assigned personnel relay relevant accounts to TC and CNT. Treat people with dignity.

End of tactical phase

TC informs IC when the tactical task is complete and transfers the scene for investigation. D Platoon stands down only on TC’s order.

Communication

Radio communications and team communications/orders.

Roles and teamwork

Designated-role training and formations.

Equipment handling

Safe weapon handling and the proper treatment of equipment.

Negotiation

Basic negotiation and the communication principles in Module 4.

Movement subjects

Building-clearing terminology, vehicle maneuvers, and insertion by vehicles.

Specialist environments

Airborne and amphibious operations.

Decision boundaries

Rules of engagement and the limits of authorized action.

Attention

Pay attention during the training session.

Professionalism

Maintain the same professional standard expected of the team.

Courtesy

Be cordial and respectful to the other participants.

Preparation

Wear the assigned uniform and treat equipment correctly.

Instructor role

Instructors train recruits and organize team training.

Combined exercise

Scenarios bring together command, communication, negotiation, equipment awareness, and the practical subjects already taught.

Role rotation

Candidates rotate through different roles, including relaying information to command.

Individual result

Command and instructors assess satisfactory completion on a pass/fail basis. Team success alone does not establish each candidate’s performance.

Continual assessment

Attitude and teamwork are assessed throughout school. Safety violations, dishonesty, or unprofessional conduct can result in removal.

Retake and record

One retake is permitted after failure. Record the session and individual result within 24 hours; retain follow-up needs for the final assessment.

Safe handling around colleagues

Demonstrate safe weapon handling around other operators.

Safe participation in training

Maintain safe behavior while training alongside the team.

Judgment while equipped

Demonstrate sound decision-making while handling assigned equipment.

Teamwork

Cooperate, communicate, and support the assigned team responsibilities.

Professional conduct

Remain attentive, respectful, and responsible with equipment.

Continual development

Continue training and improving after the assessment.

Prerequisites

Complete all required modules satisfactorily and make up missed requirements before the final assessment.

Final exercise

A multi-phase roleplay exercise bringing together the school’s subjects and assigned responsibilities.

Command board

A short board with OIC or AOIC follows the exercise. The exercise record supports the review of the candidate’s decisions and conduct.

Outcome

Command and instructors determine satisfactory completion. Apply the permitted retake rule and record the individual result.

Graduation and probation

Graduates become Probationary Operators. Transfer the training record to the assigned element for the 30-day OOC period and minimum three deployments or major exercises, with the OIC making the final probation decision.