During which phase can the neutralization of a threat occur?

The neutralization of a threat primarily occurs during the contact phase. This phase is characterized by an encounter where force may be necessary to control the situation. At this moment, officers must apply their training to assess threats and act accordingly to ensure safety. This could involve using physical force or other defensive tactics to subdue the individual posing a threat.

The pre-contact phase is essential for assessing the situation and planning potential responses, but the actual neutralization requires direct interaction, which happens in the contact phase. The post-contact phase involves dealing with the aftermath and ensuring that the situation is stabilized, but the direct neutralization has already taken place during contact. Thus, while other phases play critical roles in the overall process of threat management, the contact phase is specifically where neutralization of a threat is executed.