What is the primary responsibility of the user after a deployment incident?

• A. Confront witnesses and demand statements immediately.
• B. Document the incident and report per agency policy, including subject behavior and outcomes.
• C. Keep the incident confidential and not report.
• D. Post about the incident on social media.

Answer: (B)

After a deployment incident, the main duty is to document what happened and report it through the proper agency channels, including details about the subject’s behavior and the outcomes. This creates a precise, objective record that can be reviewed later, supports any investigations, and ensures accountability and compliance with policy.

Documenting promptly helps preserve facts before memory fades and keeps evidence—like witness statements or camera footage—organized and available for review. It also supports identifying training needs, policy gaps, and any necessary corrective actions to improve safety and future responses.

Confronting witnesses right away can bias their statements and escalate the situation, while keeping the incident secret or sharing it on social media can violate policy, compromise investigations, and lead to misrepresentation or inappropriate disclosures. By following the proper documentation and reporting process, you protect yourself, the subject, and the agency.