Which of the following is NOT part of the standard procedures for responding to a disturbance or riot?

• A. Increasing communications among staff
• B. Freeing up additional staff and resources
• C. Reducing communications among staff
• D. Keeping the incident contained

Answer: (C)

When handling a disturbance or riot, the focus is on strong coordination and keeping the situation under control. Effective response relies on increasing communications among staff so everyone has current, shared information, ensuring you can rapidly mobilize and direct resources as the incident unfolds. Freeing up additional staff and resources helps fill gaps as the situation grows or shifts, preventing delays in response. Keeping the incident contained is a primary objective to prevent escalation and limit harm or damage.

Reducing communications among staff would undermine the command structure, create confusion, and slow decision-making, which is why it’s not part of the standard approach.