Command structure
A term from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice (APP), reproduced under the Open Government Licence with a link back to the authoritative source.
Definition
The organizational framework for authority and responsibility during armed deployment.
This definition is drawn from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice. For the full operational guidance and current wording, read it at source.
Related terms
Airwave
A digital radio service used by emergency services in the UK for interoperability.
Authorised firearms officer (AFO)
A police officer who has been selected, trained, accredited and authorised to carry a firearm operationally.
command protocols
The guidelines that maintain effective command, clarity of command, and a robust audit trail.
function of command
The primary responsibilities and roles associated with command.
gold support officer
An individual who provides necessary support to manage incidents at the strategic tier.
Mobile armed support to surveillance (MASTS)
Support provided during covert operations requiring armed resources.
Definition reproduced from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice under the Open Government Licence v3.0. See the source link above for the authoritative, current wording.