When is a Use of Force Report required during boarding operations?

A Use of Force Report is required when higher than Level 2 techniques are employed on a non-compliant vessel because this situation indicates that a significant level of force has been utilized. Level 2 techniques often involve measures that are meant to control or manage a situation without causing injury. When actions escalate beyond this level, it generally means the threat level is significant enough that it warrants documentation.

In the context of boarding operations, this requirement emphasizes accountability and helps ensure that any use of force is justifiable and properly recorded. This thorough documentation is essential for assessing tactical decisions made during an operation and for legal considerations that might arise afterward, thereby providing a framework for oversight and evaluation of boarding operations.

The other scenarios described do not necessitate a Use of Force Report in the same way. For instance, if a vessel is compliant or if force is used against compliant vessels, documentation of the incident may not be required as these situations generally do not involve the same risks or the justification needed for significant intervention. Similarly, when restraining a passive subject does not typically involve the use of higher level techniques, thus falling below the threshold that triggers the need for detailed reporting.