In an age of Occupiers, officers must gain control of passive resisters who refuse to leave a location, yet won't actively fight. Gain compliance with these five strategies that will help you gain wrist and arm control, place a subject in the arresting position, and use a control hold. For the full story, read " Passive Resister Response ." Photos courtesy of Michael Schlosser.
Handling Passive Resisters
Use a control hold (without pain) in anticipation of resistance.
Control arrestee with wrist and arm control.
Place arrestee into cuffing position.
Slowly lower arrestee to the ground under control.
Gain wrist and arm control in anticipation of resistance.