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Manual of Policy and Procedures / Volume 5 - Line Procedures / Chapter 6 - Emergency and Disaster

5-06/040.35 - Procedure for Use of Individually Issued Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) and OC+ Chlorobenzylidene Malononitrile (CS) Blended Aerosol Agents


5-06/040.31 - Fabrique Nationale 303 (FN 303) Less Lethal Platform - Rescinded
5-06/040.40 - Procedure for Use of Tactical Canisters of OC and OC+CS Blended Aerosol Agents

Personally issued aerosol chemical agents are dispensed from the following canisters:

  • Two or four ounce OC spray; or
  • Two or four ounce OC+CS blended agents spray.

Individually issued OC or OC+CS blended agents may be used in situations where a Deputy must use physical force to protect himself or other persons from assault, to overcome resistance to effect an arrest, or to restrain a violent person in custody.  Personnel must be aware when using the individually issued OC or OC+CS blended agents that the intended target is the face/eyes and the maximum effective range is 10‑12 feet.

The following policy guidelines must be followed at all times:

  • Each uniformed personnel from the rank of Lieutenant and below will be issued OC or OC+CS blended agents upon completion of the required training.  OC or OC+CS blended agents shall be carried by all on-duty, uniform personnel while engaged in enforcement activities.  OC or OC+CS blended agents shall also be carried by all non-uniform personnel actively engaged in patrol or investigative activities.  Any exception shall be at the discretion of the Division Chief; and
  • OC or OC+CS blended agents may only be carried, on or off-duty, by Department members who have received Departmental training in its use.  Non-sworn personnel who are authorized by their respective Division Chief may carry and/or use OC or OC+CS blended agents while in the performance of their duties; OC and OC+CS blended agents were developed to create a strong irritant, which may affect the eyes, respiratory areas, and the skin.  These agents may cause a complaint of discomfort as opposed to a complaint of pain. A complaint of discomfort (i.e. irritation or redness) to the eyes, respiratory areas, or skin after any use of OC or OC + CS blended aerosol agents shall be reported as a less significant force and shall be governed by MPP section 3-10/100.00, “Use of Force Review and Reporting Procedures.”  A complaint of pain (i.e. blindness, chemical burns, or an allergic reaction) shall be reported as significant force and shall be governed by MPP section 3-10/100.00, “Use of Force Review and Reporting Procedures.”