OBJECTIVES

1. Planning and Preparation

• Understand essential planning principles, including risk mitigation, fallback and rally points.
• Learn strategies for personnel and resource accountability.
• Develop evacuation and catastrophic event response plans.

2. Establishing the Outer Perimeter

• Ensure safety during exterior operations by restricting access.
• Coordinate civilian evacuation procedures.
• Maintain effective communication throughout perimeter security.

3. Establishing the Inner Perimeter

• Implement overlapping fields of fire for tactical advantage.
• Conduct observation and overwatch activities to monitor surroundings.

4. Dismount & Movement to Target

• Manage vehicle and personnel spacing for tactical movement.
• Execute coordinated dismount procedures.

5. Approaching the Breach Point

• Position team members with proper considerations and actions for breaching operations.
• Use recommended tactics to approach the target entry point safely and effectively.

6. Bounding Overwatch

• Perform team and solo movement techniques for secure advances.
• Apply bounding overwatch tactics to cover personnel during movement.

7. Contingency Planning

• Prepare for various scenarios, including casualty collection points (CCPs), evacuation, and security contingencies.
• Develop flexible plans to adapt to changing operational circumstances.

OBJECTIVES

1. Foundational Knowledge

• Understand key legal considerations, definitions, methods, and the mindsets essential for hallway management and confined space navigation.

2. Tactical Techniques and Concepts

• Learn critical tactics such as managing closed doors, patch-to-spine techniques, and applying The Pie concept.
• Recognize the importance of door bumping (1, 2, and 3 doors) to facilitate movement and control.

3. Team Dynamics and Roles

• Define roles and responsibilities within the team, including point officers, additional officers, maneuver elements, and receiving elements.
• Understand decision points such as bumping 2 and 4 doors, and how they influence team actions.

4. Movement Strategies

• Explore and practice options for moving across open doors.
• Investigate clearance of L-shaped, T-shaped, sideways T, and 4-way intersections.
• Analyze tactical options such as moving two officers away and backing in a team-oriented approach.

5. Deconfliction and Maneuvering

• Learn proper placement of deconfliction devices for safe and effective movement.
• Review and understand maneuvering techniques through detailed video demonstrations.

6. Operational Considerations

• Cover tactical considerations to optimize safety, awareness, and team coordination during hallway operations, supported by visual and practical demonstrations.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding the Weapon Position

• Understand what the low ready position is and recognize its appearance and key features.

2. Utilizing the Low Ready Effectively

• Observe and learn proper technique through video demonstrations for adopting and maintaining the low ready position.

3. When and Why to Use the Low Ready

• Identify appropriate situations for employing the low ready position.
• Learn key points of performance to ensure safety, control, and readiness during firearm handling.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding the Weapon Position

• Comprehend what the high ready fighting position is and recognize its appearance and key characteristics.

2. Utilizing the High Ready Effectively

• Observe and understand proper technique through video demonstrations to adopt and maintain the position correctly.

3. When and Why to Use the High Ready

• Learn appropriate situations and tactical considerations for employing the high ready position.
• Recognize key points of performance to ensure safety, readiness, and effectiveness during engagements.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding LEOSA

• Learn the purpose and key provisions of LEOSA through a video introduction and law overview.

2. Pertinent Aspects of LEOSA

• Identify who qualifies as a law enforcement officer under LEOSA.
• Recognize required identification and the impact of federal overrides.
• Understand exceptions and limitations associated with the law.

3. HR218, Sections 926B & C

• Review guidance and requirements for both current and retired law enforcement officers regarding firearm carry and related activities.

4. Criminal vs. Civil Liability

• Explore the distinctions and considerations for retired officers regarding potential criminal and civil liabilities when exercising LEOSA rights.

5. Maintaining Health & Performance in Retirement

• Understand the physical and mental limitations associated with aging that may affect firearm use and safety.

6. Legal Representation:

• Gain ideas on obtaining and retaining legal counsel to support LEOSA-related rights and responsibilities.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding the Rule

• Comprehend what the “rule” is and recognize its characteristics and visual appearance through photographic examples.

2. When and Why to Apply the Rule

• Understand the operational considerations for using the rule.
• Learn key points of performance to ensure effective and safe movement into a room while managing distance appropriately.

OBJECTIVES

1. Training Necessity

• Recognize the importance of consistent training for effective long-range engagement in law enforcement operations.

2. Fundamentals of Long-Range Shooting

• Master core techniques including body position, grip, sight picture, breathing, trigger control, and follow-through, demonstrated through videos.

3. Shooter and Spotter Coordination

• Understand roles and responsibilities to ensure effective teamwork during long-range engagements.

4. Communication Techniques

• Develop effective communication strategies and sample dialogue between shooter and spotter for operational success.

5. Range Estimation & Range Cards

• Learn various methods and techniques for accurate range estimation.
• Understand how to develop and properly label range cards for quick reference.

6. Reticle Systems (MIL & MOA)

• Comprehend the use and application of milliradian (MIL) and minute of angle (MOA) reticles in precision shooting.

7. Weapon System Setup

• Follow demonstrated procedures for setting up a weapon system on a semi-automatic platform.

8. Constructing Sniper Hides

• Acquire skills to build deliberate, hasty, and vehicle hides in urban and rural environments, including communication protocols.

9. Patrolling & Engagement

• Observe techniques for approaching concealed positions, estimating range, and engaging targets during patrols.

10. Operational Considerations

• Review tactical concerns specific to law enforcement, integrating long-range sniper tactics into operational planning.

11. Tactical Observation & Communication

• Understand the structure and roles of the tactical observer, including communication strategies.

12. Ballistics

• Gain an understanding of external and internal ballistics, including bullet properties, environmental effects, and the use of ballistic calculators.

13. Shooting Positions & Practical Application

• Practice non-standard shooting positions with demonstration videos.
• Address real-world considerations and problem-solving scenarios for long-range shots.

14. Platform Selection & Range Safety

• Consider key factors when choosing between bolt-action and gas gun platforms.
• Review safety protocols for flat range training.

15. Legal & Ethical Considerations

• Understand relevant case law and ethical considerations for law enforcement long-range engagements.

OBJECTIVES

1. Introduction and Rationale

• Understand the purpose and importance of curriculum development and tactical training.
• Comprehend the evolution of tactics, lessons learned, and throttle control in tactical operations.

2. Course References and Communication

• Acquaint yourself with visual aids such as room layouts, door types, and movement patterns.
• Recognize and apply non-verbal communication and verbal commands effectively.

3. Methodology and Historical Context

• Understand the methodology behind tactical training and its historical evolution, particularly in special operations, transformation, and application.

4. Threat Prioritization and Use of Force

• Learn to prioritize threats based on life, activity, and situational factors.
• Review principles and proper application of use of force (UOF).

5. Tactical Concepts and Techniques

• Understand the Pie concept, correct and incorrect application, and sight over bore techniques.
• Master the OODA Loop for decision-making.
• Analyze various door configurations and approaches through video demonstrations.

6. Room Entry and Clearing Procedures

• Follow written points of performance and visual demonstrations for center-fed and corner-fed room types.
• Practice proper penetration, sweeps, communication, and movement techniques.
• Employ simple verbal commands, cross-pan principles, and switch techniques.

7. Search and Movement Strategies

• Conduct single and dual point search methods, move-to-contact scenarios, and crossing thresholds.
• Exit rooms safely, patch to the spine, and execute hasty pie strategies.
• Appreciate the importance of dynamic movement against opposing threats, including buttonhook techniques, supported by video demonstrations.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding the Tactical Entry Rule

• Comprehend the principles of 2- and 4-officer spacing, including maintaining proper distance between team members.
• Recognize the importance of the primary sweep and threat coverage for effective room entry.
• Understand the significance of team coordination during tactical entries to ensure safety and operational success.

2. Preventing Overpenetration

• Learn to identify the risks associated with overpenetration during initial entry through schematic representations.
• Apply strategies to minimize overpenetration, safeguarding team members and occupants.

OBJECTIVES

1. Introduction and Rationale

• Understand the purpose and importance of curriculum development and tactical training.
• Comprehend the evolution of tactics, lessons learned, and throttle control in tactical operations.

2. Course References and Communication

• Acquaint yourself with visual aids such as room layouts, door types, and movement patterns.
• Recognize and apply non-verbal communication and verbal commands effectively.

3. Methodology and Historical Context

• Understand the methodology behind tactical training and its historical evolution, particularly in special operations, transformation, and application.

4. Threat Prioritization and Use of Force

• Learn to prioritize threats based on life, activity, and situational factors.
• Review principles and proper application of use of force (UOF).

5. Tactical Concepts and Techniques

• Understand the Pie concept, correct and incorrect application, and sight over bore techniques.
• Master the OODA Loop for decision-making.
• Analyze various door configurations and approaches through video demonstrations.

6. Room Entry and Clearing Procedures

• Follow written points of performance and visual demos for center-fed and corner-fed room types.
• Practice proper penetration, sweeps, communication, and movement techniques.
• Employ simple verbal commands, cross-pan principles, and switch techniques.

7. Search and Movement Strategies

• Conduct single and dual point search methods, move-to-contact scenarios, and crossing thresholds.
• Exit rooms safely, patch to the spine, and execute hasty pie strategies.
• Appreciate the importance of dynamic movement against opposing threats, including buttonhook techniques, supported by video demonstrations.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding Lead Exposure

• Recognize the sources of lead exposure commonly encountered at shooting ranges.

2. Health Effects of Lead Exposure

• Understand the potential health risks and symptoms associated with lead poisoning and long-term exposure.

3. Prevention Strategies

• Learn effective methods to prevent lead exposure, including proper hygiene, equipment handling, and range safety practices.

4. Timing and Symptoms

• Identify when lead exposure is most likely to occur and recognize the signs and symptoms of lead poisoning.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding the RTF Model

• Learn the origins and core principles behind the RTF concept.
• Gain an overview of law enforcement (LE), emergency management (EM), and fire service roles.
• Understand how operational zones are defined within the RTF framework.

2. Essential Equipment

• Identify necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), communication devices, and tactical gear.
• Learn how to maintain, store, and integrate gear effectively.
• Recognize the basic medical equipment required for RTF deployments.

3. Deployment Planning and Contingencies

• Develop essential plans for RTF activation, including sample deployment scenarios.
• Understand key safety principles and strategies to ensure team and scene safety.
• Review sample deployment plans and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) specific to RTF operations.
• Incorporate contingency planning to adapt to evolving situations.

4. Notable RTF Models

• Examine case studies from Arlington, VA, and explore global applications of RTF models.

5. Medical Response Analysis

• Analyze responses from incidents such as Stoneman Douglas High School, Century 16 Theater, and Pulse Night Club.
• Understand challenges related to scene security, deployment logistics, and law enforcement acting as medical responders.
• Recognize obstacles faced by EMS agencies and extract key lessons learned from Tomahawk’s specialized incident response drills.

OBJECTIVES

1. Fundamental Concepts and Terminology

• Understand key definitions, terms, and diagrams related to stairway navigation.
• Familiarize with visual representations and core concepts of stairway operations.

2. Practical Demonstrations

• Observe video exemplars showcasing proper stairway training techniques.
• Analyze demonstrations of personnel executing stairway clearance procedures.

3. Team Movements and Tactics

• Learn and practice three-officer execution of tactical movements into and out of a stairway.
• Understand coordination and communication strategies during stairway entries and exits.

4. Multi-Operator Maneuvers

• Review and comprehend techniques for 2 to 4 officers moving upward and downward within stairways.
• Emphasize the importance of team synchronization, safety, and effective movement in confined spaces.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understanding School Construction Concerns

• Recognize key considerations related to school building design and layout that impact safety and response strategies.

2. Philosophy and Crime Trends

• Learn statistical insights and current trends, including the “Run, Hide, Fight” approach.
• Understand the evolving nature of school shooting incidents and proactive response principles.

3. Building Relationships and Community Engagement

• Develop strategies for understanding and establishing positive relationships with students, staff, and the school community.

4. Equipment Considerations

• Differentiate between ideal vs. practical equipment needs.
• Consider storage, accessibility, and security of protective gear and tools.

5. Communication Strategies

• Identify effective communication methods and appropriate channels during an incident.
• Learn about the PACE (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency) communication algorithm and supplementary technology options.

6. Training Focus

• Maximize limited training time by reinforcing fundamental skills and tactics.
• Prioritize ongoing skill development and scenario-based training.

7. Tactical Response Elements

• Understand critical tactical actions such as arrival procedures, communication protocols, deployment tactics, and team link-up strategies.

OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the essential lubrication points on a Glock semi-automatic pistol.

2. Recognize the areas that require lubrication to ensure smooth operation and reliability.

3. Learn proper techniques for applying lubricant to maintain firearm function.

4. View a detailed video demonstration to reinforce correct lubrication procedures.