Policy Text
University of California, San Francisco
Police Department General Orders
4.3 Use of Force
4.3.4 Policy Training (Revised : 01/14/21)
INTERIM POLICY
A. Officers, investigators and supervisors will receive periodic training on this policy and
demonstrate their knowledge and understanding [Government Code § 7286(b) ]. Subject to
available resources, the Training Officer should ensure that officers receive pe riodic
training on de -escalation tactics, including alternatives to force.
Training should also include:
1. Guidelines regarding vulnerable populations, including but not limited to children,
elderly persons, pregnant individuals and individuals with physical, mental and
developmental disabilities
2. Training courses required by and consistent with POST guidelines set forth in Penal
Code § 13519.10.
B. An officer shall be instructed in and have access to electronic and hard copies of General
Order 4.3 “Use of Force” prior to authorization to carry lethal and less lethal weapons.
C. An officer authorized to carry or use a firearm shall receive a minimum of annual firearms
training, including practical and instructional training.
D. Police officers below the rank of Lieutenant will receive training annually in Defensive
Tactics, including a review of policy, procedure and state statutes pertaining to the Use of
Force, impact weapons techniques and OC procedures.
E. The PSD Comma nder will determine the frequency and type of training for specialized
weapons in relation to Use of Force.
F. Use of Force training will be presented annually, documented and recorded in each
officer’s training file by the P SD.
G. Recertification in proficiency in the use of kinetic energy projectile delivery systems will
be conducted at regular intervals or annually.