Less Lethal Weapon Injuries

Distraction Devices

Suspects that come in contact with these types of devices can suffer from several different issues. Below is a list of possible injures that can occur:

  • Burns
  • Over pressure Injuries
  • Gross Contamination/Hypoxia

In these cases, Tactical Emergency Medical Service personnel are trained and skilled to provide advanced airways skills while wearing a gas mask or SCBA.