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1 A.  Which of these statements best characterizes the accordion frame Auto-Spike tire deflation system?

A.  The accordion frame slides into and pulls out of traffic in a more effective, efficient, and thus safer fashion.

B.  The frame locks open in its fully extended fashion to better target the desired vehicle.

C.  The accordion frame, when pulled from traffic, disables the extended lock and collapses into a compact form to better clear the roadway.

D.  The accordion frame eliminates the need to make secondary adjustments on the roadway, which prevents exposing the officer.

E.  Accordion frame is less desirable than the multi-sided design, which solves all the issues of accordion systems.

1 C.  What are the advantages of Spike Devil’s Auto-Spike frame compared to multi-sided devices?

A.   Auto-Spike works on all surfaces including off road applications.

B.   Auto-Spike can be reloaded with spikes and used multiple times.

C.   Auto-Spike slides in a covert fashion, making it difficult to see by the driver of the target vehicle.

D.   Auto-Spike is tough and designed not to come a part on the roadway, and can be pulled from traffic in one piece.

E.  Spikes are all the same.

2 A.  Where can you access the training programs for the Spike-Devil products?

A.  Spike-Devil products have separated their product line on different websites to better help you navigate.

B.  Spike Belt product training and research and planning is on www.spikebelt.net

C.  Spike Devil’s  Auto Spike, Little devil, and Tact Strip are on www.autospike.net

D.  No, your on your own.

3 C.  What determines the width of the Auto-spike?

A.  The Auto-spike is not available in various sizes.

B.  Width depends on the number of sections. The more you add the wider it is.

C.  Distributors stock sizes that their customers need.

D.  The Auto-spike is available only in small sizes.

10 C. What role does the acronym A.L.E.C. play in the deployment of the Auto-spike?

A.  The frame unlocks when it hits the curb, and collapses without spikes to other vehicles.

B.  Lesser systems, when pulled off a road, do not fold up which might leave portions on a road to spike another car.

C.  The system stays wide and is more likely to hit the tires on both sides of the car.

D.  Hitting more tires helps bring a chase to an end.

E.  A.L.E.C is just a marketing word.

11 C.  In what situation might it be necessary to replace one or more sections of the system, and how is this process carried out?

A.  Never. It is indestructible.

B.  If the spike system is flipped and hit while on its side or upside down.

C.  If a car has already been spiked and is hit by a metal rim.

12 C.  What types of accessories are included in the warranty, and what are the associated spare parts?

A.  Replacement spikes, o-rings, and caps.

B.  Cord reel and storage parts are not included.
C.  We charge for every little part.

13 C.  How is the system stored when not in use?

A.  In the holster or bag.

B.  In a spot for quick access.

53 C.  What are the two hands-on training methods Spike-Devil recommends for training with tire deflation systems?

A.  The two types of hands-on training is basic parking lot and track training with moving vehicles and special un-spiked training units.

B.  A basic parking lot class to become familiar with the Auto-Spike.

C.  A track training class for advanced training with training spikes and moving cars.

D.  There is only 1 hands-on training scenario.

54 A.  What is the main purpose of classroom training?

A.  Classroom training is to learn the authorized and safe use of spikes, best locations, and department policy.

B.  Review department policy on spikes.

C.  Discuss the outdoor training procedures.

D.  Hands on training with the system.

55 C.  What type of cover is best for Spike deployment?

A.  Hard cover that supports a bridge, and is planted into the ground.

B.  An area, where physics would not allow a car to continue, like inside a curve, or at the end of a bridge.

C.  Good cover does not exist.

D.  Cover is everywhere, when in your in route you pass many locations, pick one out.

56 C.  When can the Auto Spike system be deployed?

A.  When the last car clears.

B.  During high-speed chases, pursuits of dangerous suspects, vehicle thefts, and in situations where protecting pedestrian areas is crucial.

C.  They are also used in rural and highway pursuits, as well as during warrant service, SWAT situations, and vehicle checkpoint areas.

D.  Deployment should prioritize officer safety and avoid endangering the public. 

E.  Anytime you wish.

57 C.  What is the main advantage of the officer being positioned away from the road and under cover when using the pre-deployment method?

A.  Safety.

B.  A concealed position allows officers to observe the situation more effectively without being easily seen or targeted, providing them with a better understanding of the unfolding events.

C.  Pre-deployment with a focus on safety and cover enables officers to make more informed decisions about how to engage with the subject, de-escalate the situation, or deploy force if necessary.

D.  The distance and cover can also influence the subject’s perception, potentially leading them to reconsider their actions and making them less likely to escalate the situation.

E.  No advantage.

59 C.  In what situations can stance be used to seek cover and what is its usefulness?

A.  Stance keeps you low and position to better see traffic and behind you, where you are going to seek cover.

B.  Stance positions you so you are not walking backwards, but rotating your hips to turn your body, to move back but by walking forward.

C.  Stance is a safety position, where you can move quickly, by rotating your body and changing positions of movement.

D.  Stance is not a big issue.

100 C.  How should the Auto-spike holster be packed correctly, and why should it be done that way?

A.  So that it can be quickly unpacked when used.

B.  The system rolled up with the deployment strap wrapped and velcro into place, then the winder stored in holster on top of system.

C.  Anyway you can get it to fit. Roll the cord around it a bunch of times to hold it together.

101 C.  Why is it suggested to use the arm extended to pull the system out of the way during recovery?

A.  A quick tug of the arm retrieves the system.

B.  If arm is folded or you have slack in the line, the system it will not retrieve from roadway when you tug it back to you.

C.  Running to pull up the slack is a slower option to retrieve Spikes.

D.  Don’t worry, just grab the cord with hand and pull it.

102 C.  How should the Auto-Spike be deployed along two standard lanes?

A.  It depends on visibility, and if you can correctly target the vehicle.

B.  If you cannot position spikes due to low visibility, center the spikes in the lane.

C.  Just guess at it, your going to be accurate, darkness of night is not an issue.

103 C.  What is the officer expected to do once he/she has deployed the system during practice?

A.  Retreat, seeking a position behind cover.

B.  Make sure it is in the correct lane by adjusting it.

C.  Go to an area of imaginary cover, and then adjust the system.

D.  Nothing. Just pull the system from in front of the vehicles.

150 C.  What is the limitation of parking lot training?

A.  No moving cars.

B.  Officer does not learn to watch target, traffic, and pursuit cars.

C.  The element of learning to deploy and retrieve the spikes is not the same.

D.  Nothing, its just as good.