Which action correctly secures a cage or secure compartment in a transport vehicle?

• A. Place arrestee in the secured cage or partition, ensure locks are engaged, seat/position to prevent escape, and verify visibility by driver
• B. Leave arrestee unsecured
• C. Use only a seat belt
• D. Disable the cage

Answer: (A)

The main idea is ensuring secure confinement during transport by using a locked cage or partition, with the arrestee properly positioned and the driver able to confirm visibility. Placing the arrestee in the secured cage and engaging all locks provides true physical containment, so they cannot move or tamper with doors or restraints. Positioning them properly helps prevent attempts to escape or cause harm, and ensuring the driver can verify visibility allows constant monitoring to respond quickly if anything changes. This combination supports safety, control, and accountability.

Choosing to leave the arrestee unsecured fails because there’s no reliable confinement and greater risk of escape or harm. Relying only on a seat belt doesn’t fully contain the arrestee and can be bypassed or ineffective in a sudden stop or collision. Disabling the cage defeats essential safety measures and is not acceptable.