Whose responsibility is it to know your department firearm policy and procedures?

• A. The Sergeant
• B. The Chief
• C. The Training Instructor
• D. The Officer

Answer: (D)

The person entrusted with carrying and using a firearm is responsible for knowing the department’s policy and procedures. This is because you’re the one who will implement or be held to those rules in real situations, so you must understand exactly what is allowed, what steps to take, and how to document actions. Training instructors provide the knowledge and practice, but the duty to stay current and apply it correctly rests with you. Supervisors and executives—like the sergeant and the chief—shape and enforce policy and oversee compliance, but the immediate obligation to know and follow it in the field lies with the officer. Stay updated through reviews and refreshers so your actions align with policy every time.