Which of the following is NOT a duty of the SW Entry Team?

• A. Conduct entry
• B. Two security sweeps
• C. Control all occupants
• D. Conduct financial audits of seized items

Answer: (D)

The essential focus of a SW Entry Team is quick, controlled action to gain access, protect the scene, and manage people inside. Conducting entry is central because it starts the operation and establishes control of the location. Two security sweeps are performed to methodically clear both the exterior approach and the interior space, ensuring there are no threats, hazards, or concealed individuals before proceeding. Controlling all occupants is necessary to prevent interference, ensure safety for team members and bystanders, and maintain order during the operation.

Conducting financial audits of seized items isn’t part of this hand-on, tactical mission. Auditing and valuing seized property are administrative tasks handled by evidence and property personnel, not the entry team, since they require different procedures, training, and time that aren’t compatible with the rapid, safety-first focus of an entry operation.