What is the primary action taken during Phase II (Secondary Action) stoppage?

The primary action taken during Phase II (Secondary Action) stoppage is to "Rip, work, replace, tap, rack, ready." This sequence of actions is designed to address a malfunction or stoppage in a firearm's operation.

When a weapon jams or a round fails to fire, performing this series of steps—often referred to as the "tap-rack-bang" drill—ensures that the officer efficiently resolves the issue without losing valuable time. Specifically, "rip" refers to pulling the magazine out of the firearm, "work" involves inspecting the chamber, "replace" implies reinserting a fresh magazine, followed by "tap" to seat the magazine properly, "rack" to chamber a new round, and finally "ready" to prepare to fire again if necessary.

This approach emphasizes a systematic method to quickly return the firearm to operational status. The focus on this specific sequence distinguishes Phase II stoppages from other methods, making it a critical skill for court officers and those in law enforcement to master for safety and effectiveness in high-pressure situations.