Hazards of Stun Grenade deployment

• A. Smoke, Fire, Overpressure, Burns, and Fumes
• B. Smoke, Fire, Overpressure, Fumes
• C. Burns, Fumes, Smoke, Water
• D. Electrical shock, Heat, Water, Dust

Answer: (A)

Hazards encountered with stun grenade deployment include the immediate physical threats from the device’s blast and pyrotechnics: smoke, fire, overpressure, burns, and fumes. The device’s bright flash and loud bang come with a hot pyrotechnic charge that can generate smoke and irritating fumes. The blast produces an overpressure shock wave that can injure ears and lungs and cause secondary injuries. The heat and potential for ignition mean burns are possible to skin or clothing and fire can start if flammable materials are present. Smoke and fumes reduce visibility and can impact breathing, especially in confined spaces. This combination of hazards is why that option is the most complete and accurate description of the typical risks associated with stun grenade deployment. Other choices omit one or more of these hazards or include factors not normally tied to these devices, like water, electrical shock, or dust.