Use of Force Training

The Committee shall develop and periodically deliver use of force training to law enforcement officers consistent with 555 CMR 6.00 including, but not limited to: (a) de-escalation tactics; (b) handling emergencies involving individuals with mental illness; (c) responding to mass gatherings; (d) cultural competency; (e) progression of force; and (f) lawful use of force techniques and equipment on a schedule to be determined by the Committee. (2) The Commission and the Committee shall jointly develop a model use of force policy. All law enforcement agencies shall have a written use of force policy consistent with the model policy and the agency's particular mission; provided, however, that an agency's use of force policy shall comply with 555 CMR 6.00 and all relevant state and federal laws.