Integrating Communications, Assessment, and Tactics (ICAT) – Wetzel Practice Exam

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• What should officers recognize on a scene regarding emotions and behaviors?
• Which of the following is a likely sign that a person is in crisis?
• Which term refers to substances illegal to possess or sell?
• In Responding tactics, which action is specifically advised?
• Which scenario best aligns with ICAT focus?
• Medical Behavioral Emergencies (MBE) occur when a medical situation is misinterpreted by police as what?
• Radio discipline in ICAT operations emphasizes which of the following?
• In an IAP, why are timeframes and resource needs included?
• Explain the concept of deferred risk and its impact on early decisions.
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four qualities of empathy?
• Which statement reflects the guiding principle that you should not diagnose or treat underlying issues during crisis intervention?
• Which outcome best describes a crisis?
• What kind of information should be included in logs to support accountability?
• What is suicide by cop?
• Which statement is NOT listed among universal truths?
• Which of the following is a contributing factor of Crisis?
• When should the Critical Decision-Making Model (CDM) be used?
• Which statement lists the stages of the OODA loop used in ICAT decisions?
• What does risk-based decision making entail in ICAT operations?
• What is unity of command and why is it essential in ICAT operations?
• Which combination represents three de-escalation techniques commonly emphasized in ICAT training?
• Which item is NOT listed as an indicator that might prompt a dynamic risk assessment update?
• Which statement reflects the principle of intervention regardless of experience?
• Explain the purpose of a communications plan and its essential elements.
• ICAT focuses on incidents where a subject in crisis is unarmed or armed with a weapon other than a firearm.
• Which statement is NOT a question to ask in the Act, review, and re-assess phase?
• What is recommended to manage your own reactions during a crisis?
• What is the training goal of ICAT?
• Explain how 'bias and mental models' can affect decision-making in ICAT and how to mitigate.
• From a high-level perspective, how do containment and isolation differ in ICAT tactics?
• ICAT leads to what?
• Describe a standard approach to 'medical triage' in a non-clinical, field environment during an incident.
• What is the first step on the Behavioral Change 'Staircase'?
• How can 'exercise and training' impact ICAT performance during real incidents?
• Which practice is recommended when approaching a person in crisis?
• Which action is a non-verbal communication skill?
• If you see a criminal act, what is your obligation?
• What are common indicators that a situation might be 'unpredictable' and require rapid reassessment?
• Why is maintaining a scene log at the entry control point critical for evidence integrity?
• The material highlights speaking up when witnessing what kind of act?
• Which of the following is an example of an "I" message in active listening?
• Prone restraining should be used for what purpose?
• What are the two risk categories at the Assess stage?
• Which statement is NOT a question in the Collect Information step?
• Recognition of suicide by LE: Which statement expresses a wish to die?
• Who is responsible for intervening when something is going down the wrong path, according to the material?
• In ICAT decision-making, what is the recommended sequence when considering force options?
• What percentage of OIS involved no weapon or a weapon other than a firearm?
• What is the primary benefit of integrating Communications, Assessment, and Tactics in ICAT operations?
• Which of the following is a mental health symptom?
• In managing your own reactions, which principle is essential?
• What is the role of an entry control point in a tactical scene, and what should be controlled there?
• What typically triggers adapting an incident plan during an operation?
• What best describes the role of the Point of Contact (POC) in a basic ICAT communications plan?
• What does it mean to ‘step up’ in the context of managing challenging incidents?
• How should an ICAT lead provide feedback during an incident?
• Which term describes medications legally available only by prescription?
• Which option best describes timely intervention?
• The reactionary gap concept is linked with which of the following changes?
• What is the overarching theme of responsibility and intervention?
• In crisis intervention, what is the correct first step in the 3-phase response?
• Which concept is listed as a core value of CDM?
• Which of the following is not listed as a situational stressor?
• Which of the following is a situational stressor?
• Which question is addressed in the 'Considering police powers and policy' step?
• What is the primary purpose of crisis intervention?
• The Patient Safety Officer must monitor for and alert others if the subject experiences which condition?
• What proportion of adults experience mental health problems?
• Span of control is defined as what, and what is the recommended range for effective ICAT operations?
• Reactionary Gap is defined as:
• What is a likely consequence of not maintaining unity of command in a dynamic incident?
• Effective handover between teams in ICAT should include which of the following?
• Which action is explicitly listed as not to do in crisis intervention?
• Which practice is essential to avoid miscommunication in ICAT communications?
• What is the primary purpose of maintaining a clear chain of evidence at an incident scene?
• What is the value of 'less-lethal' options and how should they be considered in ICAT decision-making?
• CDM helps officers in what way regarding explaining actions after events?
• The sanctity of life in CDM core values implies what principle?
• In ICAT triage, which priority is emphasized first?
• During an incident, new information indicating increased risk to responders should prompt what action according to risk-based decision making?
• Why is it important to conduct a 'risk-benefit analysis' before actions in ICAT?
• What is the recommended action when witnessing a policy violation?
• How should you document a radio transmission to ensure clarity and traceability?
• When emotions are _______, rational thinking is __________.
• Non-verbal communication skills include which action?
• In cross-cultural ICAT interactions, which practice supports effective communication?
• Which action best supports safety when a crowd shows agitation but no violence is directed at others?
• What is the primary goal of de-escalation in ICAT?
• Provide an example of a non-technical cognitive bias and a mitigation technique.
• Why was the 21-foot rule changed?
• Which of the following is a warning sign of a Medical Behavioral Emergency?
• In verbal communication skills, which practice offers choices to the subject?
• The primary purpose of ICAT is to slow down and de-escalate. Which option reflects this?
• Which of the following is a situational stressor?
• Which of the following is a situational stressor?
• Which of the following is a warning sign of a Medical Behavioral Emergency?
• When identifying options, which consideration aligns with CDM core values and mission?
• Which practice in crisis intervention emphasizes respectful conduct?
• Which statement reflects a universal responsibility?
• What does PERF stand for?
• In Dynamic Risk Assessment, which component estimates the magnitude of impact if a hazard materializes?
• What is 'situational awareness' and what are its three core components?
• What does an Incident Action Plan (IAP) provide, and which elements are essential in ICAT operations?
• Which statement best describes preventing or addressing high-stress situations?
• What is the overarching purpose of ICAT?
• Which scenario would trigger escalation in ICAT communications planning?
• What is a guiding principle when responding to crisis intervention?
• What are the two types of suicide by cop described?
• Which practice helps minimize escalation during crisis situations?
• What is the role of logging in ICAT communications, and why is maintaining logs important?
• Why has the Ask, Tell, Make approach been reassessed?
• In a spontaneous suicide by cop, when does the decision occur?
• In the crisis intervention model, which step typically occurs after safety and stabilization?
• Why is documentation critical in ICAT and what types of records should be kept?
• When should feedback be provided during an incident to avoid undermining authority?
• Which option best describes how to foster a speaking-up culture?
• What is meant by 'prioritization of life safety' and how does it guide actions in ICAT?
• What proportion of adults experience serious mental health problems?
• Which of the following is a 'Positive' change?
• What ethical and legal considerations must be evaluated before employing force?
• What is the difference between cover and concealment, and why does it matter in ICAT decision-making?
• Identify two examples of non-verbal cues that can inform assessment and how to respond.
• How can you measure success in an ICAT incident after-action review?
• Which of the following is explicitly mentioned as a benefit of CDM?
• What is 'triage' in ICAT context and what are the general priorities?
• What is meant by situational leadership in ICAT?
• Which is an example of active listening?
• ICAT was created by which organization?
• Behavioral Crisis is defined as?
• Which term describes physical and psychological reliance on a substance, often with tolerance and withdrawal?
• In ICAT, information sharing is best described as
• Which item is listed as tactical equipment to improve officer safety in crisis situations?
• Which sequence correctly represents the CDM steps in order?
• Which of the following lists the four components of Dynamic Risk Assessment (DRA)?
• What describes best supporting colleagues during times of high stress?
• Effective intervention is supported when officers are comfortable with whom?
• Which statement is NOT Collect Information?
• In ICAT, how is the OODA loop applied?
• What is the purpose of maintaining incident maps and logs during handover?
• What does ICS's standardized framework provide for ICAT operations?
• Which framework is used to assess the subject's Means/Ability, Opportunity, and Intent?
• What is ICAT's main focus of training?
• What describes the obligation among officers regarding one another during high stress?
• How does ICAT address civilian safety without compromising incident resolution?
• Which item is listed as a physical/external stressor?
• In Identify options and best course of action, what principle guides the selection of options?
• What are common signs that a person may be in crisis and how should responders approach them?
• How does the ICAT framework support multi-agency coordination during large-scale incidents?
• CDM stands for?
• Which of the following describes common pitfalls in ICAT communications and how to avoid them?
• What are the core elements of a concise incident brief to the team?
• What is the primary goal of prioritizing life safety in ICAT?
• Which is a verbal communication skill?
• What is the purpose of scene clearing in ICAT, and how should it be approached to minimize harm?
• What role does after-action review (AAR) play in ICAT training and continuous improvement?
• No universal measurement, and varies by situation. Which option reflects this statement?
• In a planned suicide by cop, what is true?
• What role does risk assessment play in ICAT operations?
• How should you use cover and concealment when moving through a potentially dangerous area?
• What is Incident Command System (ICS) and how does it relate to ICAT?
• Which term refers to the symptoms that occur when reducing or stopping substance use after heavy use?
• What characterizes effective interagency communication under ICAT?
• How should privacy be handled when sharing information in ICAT?
• In ICAT, how can cultural awareness impact assessments and interactions with civilians?
• What does ICAT stand for?
• Which of the following is a warning sign of a Medical Behavioral Emergency?
• What are the three core elements of ICAT?
• What distinguishes a well-formed Incident Action Plan (IAP) from an informal plan?
• How should ICAT teams communicate with civilians during an incident?
• What is a key factor that enables officers to speak up when witnessing wrongdoing?
• Which practice helps maintain situational awareness during assessment?
• What is the primary role of the designated Watcher in responding to a crisis involving a subject with a potential medical emergency?
• Describe a scenario where de-escalation would be preferred over immediate force and the rationale.
• Explain the difference between 'imminent threat' and 'potential threat' and how that affects response.
• What equation is emphasized to help avoid escalations during crisis encounters?
• Operational Tactics include which of the following principles?
• What is the role of evidence preservation in ICAT, and what basic steps support it?
• Which action is NOT part of the Wait and collect more information phase?
• Which sentence best captures how agency culture affects speaking up?
• Active listening involves ___% listening, ____% talking. Which option correctly reflects the ratio?