After deployment, who is responsible for documenting the incident and ensuring medical referral if needed?

• A. The deploying officer or supervisor, following agency policy and chain-of-custody.
• B. The bystander who witnessed the incident.
• C. The non-deployed officer on scene.
• D. The dispatcher handling the call.

Answer: (A)

After OC deployment, the on-scene responsibility for documenting the incident and arranging any medical referral rests with the deploying officer or their supervisor, in line with agency policy and chain-of-custody rules. This ensures that deployment details are captured accurately and promptly, including who deployed, when, where, why, and what medical actions were taken or needed. It also guarantees that any physical evidence—such as canisters or video footage—is handled properly and preserved for potential investigations. While others on the scene can assist, the official who was directly involved is the one accountable for the documentation and medical referral decisions.