Which of the following is NOT a form of handcuffing?

• A. Standing
• B. Kneeling
• C. Seated
• D. Floating

Answer: (D)

The idea behind handcuffing is restraining someone with the wrists secured behind the back in a controlled position to maintain safety and control. Standing, kneeling, and seated are all standard positions in which cuffs can be applied behind the back, depending on the situation and control needs. These positions are practical for maintaining balance, reducing the subject’s ability to reach for weapons or escape, and allowing the officer to move or transport the person safely.

Floating, on the other hand, isn’t a recognized form of handcuffing. There’s no standard technique described as “floating handcuffing,” and attempting to cuff someone in a non-fixed or unstable way would undermine restraint, increase risk of injury, and fail to provide reliable control. That’s why floating is not considered a form of handcuffing.