During a multi-arrestee transport, which procedure ensures accurate counts and appropriate restraints?

• A. Keep counts only at the start; no ongoing checks.
• B. Plan and coordinate, assign roles, ensure counts and restraints, monitor risk, maintain communications, and document decisions.
• C. Rely on driver to track counts.
• D. Remove restraints once away from origin.

Answer: (B)

Coordinated planning and continuous oversight are essential for safe multi-arrestee transport. This approach builds a clear plan, assigns specific roles, and ensures that counts and restraints are checked and maintained throughout the move. Ongoing risk monitoring and stable communications keep everyone informed about location and status, while documenting decisions creates accountability and a traceable record of what was done. Counts should be verified at key points and whenever arrestees are moved or conditions change, and restraints should be appropriate and secure for everyone involved. This holistic procedure reduces the risk of miscounts, escapes, or injuries. Relying on a single momentary count, leaving the task to the driver, or removing restraints prematurely all undermine safety and control.