What are the duties of the SW Entry Team?

• A. Arrest only
• B. Conduct entry, two security sweeps, control all occupants, arrest if necessary
• C. Conduct entry only
• D. Make household inventory

Answer: (B)

The duties of a SW Entry Team cover the full, coordinated sequence needed for a safe, effective high‑risk entry. It includes entering the structure to establish access and initial threat status, performing two security sweeps to detect any hazards or hidden occupants, controlling and accounting for all occupants inside, and, if necessary, making arrests to neutralize threats and secure the scene. The two security sweeps add redundancy: a second pass helps ensure nothing is missed and that each area is clear before moving deeper. Controlling occupants prevents chaos, reduces risk to officers and bystanders, and supports lawful processing inside. Arrests if necessary provide immediate action when a threat is present, allowing the operation to advance safely. Other options omit essential steps—entry only misses the clearance and occupant management; arrest only misses the entry and systematic clearing; sweeping alone omits entry, occupant control, and potential arrests; and household inventory has no role in tactical entry procedures.