All applications of deadly force require visual awareness and decision making. Legacy firearms training and qualifications do not. Defining the Problem There is a substantial precedent that vocational training and testing must be relevant to the job.[1] [2] It is also well established that failure to train, especially for law enforcement, is an area of […]
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In today’s complex and rapidly evolving public safety environment, one truth remains constant: well-trained officers are safer officers and safer officers build stronger community trust. For law enforcement professionals, firearms training is not just about marksmanship; it’s about decision-making, accountability, and confidence under pressure. And for the public, it’s a sign that their officers are
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Throughout the years I have spent training individuals in various fields (military, law enforcement, private security, and civilian settings), I have encountered a particular issue that is rarely discussed in training forums or instructor groups. I am specifically referring to Improvisation vs. Planning in the development of firearms training courses. Which approach is better? Should
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There still is some confusion on what LEOSA allows for the retired officer. As a range master for your department is important you familiarize yourself with the particulars of this act and cover it with your retirees to prevent errant violations of the law. The act is straightforward but the application varies state to state
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As more officers carry pistol mounted optics, adaptations in training should be considered. For example; slide manipulation. The slide must be manipulated during loading the pistol, unloading the pistol, reloads, and malfunctions. The biggest area to train is the emergency reload and clearing a malfunctions. Being able to get a weapon back up and running
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It took me quite a while to become a firearms instructor. I’ve been gratified to provide officers with life-saving skills through teaching firearms mastery. Over the years, I trained other firearms instructors, taught active incident response tactics, and oversaw the introduction of patrol rifles and new handguns into my department. Upon retiring, I took over
Home, Home on the Range: Where Life Lessons are Taught Read More »
Hey folks welcome back to Scatter-gun scuttlebutt. It’s been busy the first part of the year and I have been on the road teaching and back home keeping the citizens of Palm Beach County safe and delivering training at the Department. I recently returned from the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) (www.ileeta.org)
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From Revolver to Modern Rifles: The Early Days In the distant past, the iron sighted revolver and pump action shotguns were the law enforcement tools of choice. Training was rudimentary, largely focused on marksmanship firing techniques. Street Battles & Beyond: The Rise of the Semi-Automatic Pistol and Shotgun The 21st century saw rapid advancements in
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