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Less Lethal Instructor
Use of Force - Less Lethal
Instructor (40 hour) - $750

DESCRIPTION: Less lethal munitions have been available to American law enforcement agencies for over 40 years. With the advent of research-supported training, these specialty rounds have gained a broader acceptance in patrol, tactical, and correctional settings. This instructor level course covers the full family of A.L.S. Technologies, Inc. munitions including impact munitions, chemical agents, distraction devices, and stun munitions. This course will prepare the instructor to train end users in the deployment and use of kinetic energy impact projectiles, chemical agents, and noise/flash diversionary devices (NFDD's).

PREREQUISITES: There are no prerequisites for this course. It is recommended that participants have a reasonable experiential background in their particular law enforcement or corrections discipline. It is also recommended that participants have completed an instructor development training program approved by their agency.

CONCEPTS AND SKILLS:

• History of Less Lethal Rounds
• 12 gauge, 37 mm & 40 mm Launchers
• Technological Advancements
• Research & Trauma
• Range Safety
• Use of Force & Reporting Procedures
• Sample Policy & Procedures Direct & Indirect Impact Munitions
• Chemical Agents
• Diversionary Devices
• Stun Munitions
• Instructional Techniques
• Legal Issues
• Deploying Munitions

Instructor certification is valid for 2 years. In order to gain instructor's certification, and as a part of this training, each participant will:

1. Prepare and deliver a safety briefing to the class.

2. Prepare and deliver a classroom training session on an assigned topic relating to less lethal munitions.

3. Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the written final examination.

4. Participate in a live agent exposure range exercise.

EACH PARTICIPANT MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING:

• Pen and Pocket Notebook
• Body armor
• Nomex or Kevlar gloves
• Ear and Eye protection
• Ball cap or cap with brim
• 12 gauge shotgun (cylinder bore)
• Gas mask w/approved filter
• Duty belt and pistol (ammunition not required)
• Contact lenses case and eyeglasses (if applicable)
• Drinking Water (Back pack preferred)
• 5-gallon bucket or plastic basin (new)
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Knee and Elbow pads
• Ballistic shield (if available)
• 37mm launcher (if available)
• 40mm Launcher (if available)
  

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