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CLANDESTINE LAB TACTICAL STRATEGIES – Lee Cheshire, Lake County Sheriff’s Office This discussion based track will familiarize the Tactical Operator with problems and solutions when posed with a clandestine lab. Topics to be discussed include OSHA requirements, training, documentation, equipment, mission planning, best practices and tactical assault concepts.
Course# PM-SUN-001
DEFENSIVE EDGED WEAPONS – Felipe Jose, Source One Tactical / Sgt. John Riddle, West Palm P.D. Students will learn the ranges involving an edged weapon confrontation, know the angles of the attack and how to survive the attack. Student requirements: Duty gear (NO WEAPONS), blue gun and white t-shirt. (Training knives and gear will be provided.)
Course# PM-SUN-002
MECHANICAL BREACHING – Gary Robbins, BLACKHAWK! Products Group The breacher, like all other specialty team members, must be given the training that ensures he is proficient and successful during actual operations. The primary objective of this program is to provide students with a working knowledge of manual breaching tools and techniques. This course will address manual breaching, power assisted and vehicle assisted tools. Topics that will be covered include different types and selection of entry tools; types of doors and windows and their construction; strike points and tools for various types of doors; break and rake techniques for various window types; gathering of breaching intelligence; identification of various types of locks and barricades; and selection of primary and secondary entry points. Student requirements: Full load-out gear.
Course# PM-SUN-003
OPERATIONAL PLANNING – Daren Larson, Collier County Sheriff’s Office This course is an overview of the preparation and planning of your response to a tactical incident. Course will be a relaxed open forum where students will be expected to participate and share their experiences with others in the class so we can all learn from past events (good and bad).
Course# PM-SUN-004
SAVING SWAT COPS AND SWAT TEAMS – Ron McCarthy, L.A.P.D. (ret.) / R.M. McCarthy & Associates, Inc. Suspects, corrupt politicians and litigation are all threats to officers and teams. This teaches how to win when everyone is after you.
Course# PM-SUN-005
TACTICAL SPORTS MEDICINE: IMPROVING PERFORMANCE AND SELF-TREATING INJURIES – Doug Kleiner, Tactical Medics Intl. Inc.
Tactical Sports Medicine (TSM) will address human performance topics, such as Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition, so that individuals can properly design, implement, and understand fitness training and metabolic conditioning as it relates to job performance. This is similar to the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s program on Tactical Strength and Conditioning, which is endorsed by NTOA. This presentation will address common myths, as well as the physical components of SWAT “try-outs” and team standards. TSM will also address the prevention and self-treatment of “athletic injuries,” such as sprains, strains, dehydration and muscle cramping. This is a MUST for all Round-Up Competitors.
Course# PM-SUN-006 Course# PM-SUN-002
ADVANCED ARMORED VEHICLE TACTICS – Tim Stanley / James Parker, Orlando Police Department This course will encompass all aspects of deployment utilizing an Armored Vehicle, to include loading and unloading tactics, hands on officer rescues, immediate action drills, live fire and firearms training within the vehicle and outside the vehicle. Student Requirements: Students are expected to bring all weapons systems issued to them by their agency with sufficient ammunition to conduct firearms training (full kit – handguns (100 rounds) -long guns (200 rounds), eye protection and ear protection.
Course# AM-MON-020 PM-MON-020
ADVANCED TACTICAL CARBINE – Bret Pagnucco, Edmonton Police Service (Canada) / N.T.O.A. This intense ½ day program is centered on preparation for real world engagements on the two way range. Students and their equipment will be tested mentally and physically through a series of dynamic stress drills requiring speed and accuracy. This program is not for the feint of heart and attendees must be operationally proficient with the carbine and have utilized the weapon platform as a part of their normal duties. Student Requirements: Duty gear including Rifle, Pistol, ear and eye protection, (300) rounds of Rifle ammunition, (100) rounds of Pistol ammunition and gas mask.
Course# AM-MON-009 PM-MON-009
COMBAT FOCUS SHOOTING – Rob Pincus & Omari Broussard, I.C.E. Training Company This intuitive shooting program is designed to help the student become a more efficient shooter in dynamic critical incidents. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of CFS, including several drills that can be used on any square range to simulate a 360 degree environment. This extended introductory session will also include some shooting from unorthodox positions and one handed weapons manipulation. Student Requirements: Pistol, holster, (3) magazines (5 recommended if single stack) / speed loaders, magazine holder, (500) rounds of ammunition and appropriate safety gear (eyes and ears) and clothing.
Course# AM-MON-013 PM-MON-013
COMBAT PISTOL – Chris Shepard / Scott Reidy, SIG SAUER Academy Come join the SIG SAUER Academy staff for a challenging pistol presentation! The fastest and most accurate shots in a gunfight are the determining factors for success. During this course, the participants will be exposed to techniques that will allow for accurate shot placement – FAST! At the conclusion, the participant will be able to measure their improvement and have the knowledge to further elevate their skill level. Student Requirements: Eye and ear protection, duty weapon, holster, (3) magazines and (100) rounds of ammunition.
Course# PM-MON-008
COMBAT RIFLE SIG 5.56 – Chris Shepard / Scott Reidy, SIG SAUER Academy The rifle has become common place within the “Entry Element” on a Special Weapons Team! In this course, participants will learn tactical applications with the SIG 5.56 rifle with topics covered to include: safety, nomenclature, intro-fire, shooting on the move, timed fire and reduced target areas providing solid use of deadly force engagement drills. Student Requirements: Eye and ear protection and (210) rounds of 5.56 / .223 ammunition. Your own rifle is optional.
Course# AM-MON-008
DEFENSIVE EDGED WEAPONS – Felipe Jose, Source One Tactical / Sgt. John Riddle, West Palm Beach P.D. Students will learn the ranges involving an edged weapon confrontation, know the angles of the attack and how to survive the attack. Student requirements: Duty gear (NO WEAPONS), blue gun and white t-shirt. (Training knives and gear will be provided.)
Course# AM-MON-002 PM-MON-002
DIGNITARY AND PRISONER PROTECTION – Oliver Jansen, Andreas Meyer & Olaf Puetz, SEK Niedersachsen (German Team) This dynamic, fast-paced course will provide an overview of protecting subjects in different environments -the protected subject may be a VIP, politician or prisoner. Focus is on training methods that will enable the tactical officer to protect the subject and maintain safety at all times. Student Requirements: Tactical outerwear (BDU style clothing / long sleeves preferred), ear and eye protection. (SIMS weapons will be provided).
Course# AM-MON-010 PM-MON-010
INTRODUCTION TO EXPLOSIVE BREACHING – John Cook, Tactical Energetic Entry Systems (T.E.E.S.)/Polk County S.O. This course will demonstrate the use of several explosive charges designed to defeat various doors and locking mechanisms. Student Requirements: Eye and ear protection (wrap around goggles/glasses), ballistic vest and helmet – (long sleeves preferred).
Course# AM-MON-016 PM-MON-016
KIMBER 8400 TACTICAL RIFLE FAMILIARIZATION – Scott Grosso & Ron Dudzic, Kimber America Participants will receive an overview of the Kimber 8400 Tactical .308 Rifle and engage in a precision course of fire, ranging from 50 to 300 yards, in various shooting positions. Rifles, ammunition and targets will be provided. Student Requirements: Spotting scopes, shooting mats, eye protection and hearing protection (NO MUFFS – plugs recommended).
Course# AM-MON-015 PM-MON-015
LINEAR ASSAULTS – Sergeant Ron Breeden / Sergeant Dan Rodriguez, Anne Arundel County Police Department Participants will learn planning, tactics and diversionary techniques when faced with a linear assault situation. Student Requirements: Duty gear (BDU’s, boots, vest), gloves, eye protection, helmet, long gun, pistol and training bangs. Course# AM-MON-012 PM-MON-012
LOW LIGHT TRAINING – Gary Robbins, BLACKHAWK! Products Group The purpose of this block of instruction is to familiarize the students with the aspects of low light training, to include the use of flashlights and weapons mounted lighting systems, light operations and issues relating to how to operate in low light conditions. Student Requirements: Duty issued Flashlight.
Course# AM-MON-007 PM-MON-007
PRECISION AMMUNITION – Ty Bauer, ATK Armament Systems -(Sponsored by Florida Bullet, Inc.) This course will start with a video on the safety, performance and design of ATK Ammunition. With the use of FBI protocol and hands on training, we will show the effectiveness and misconceptions of chosen duty rounds. The course will cover all patrol rifle and police marksman rounds which will help officers make a factual choice on the need of the department. Participants can fire rounds from their own weapons to confirm true group sizes and function. Student Requirements: .223 and/or .308 Rifles and .223 and/or .308 ammunition (if you wish to shoot).
Course# AM-MON-019 PM-MON-019
PRINCIPLES OF HOSTAGE RESCUE – Sergeant Chris Eklund / Sergeant Dennis Ela, Orange County Sheriff's Office This course will consist of a classroom portion that will open up discussion to tactical mindset that is necessary to complete these types of missions. There will also be instruction on how the tactics and manpower can be employed given different hostage scenarios. There will be a walk through practical portion that will help students understand the choreography of the tactics and be able to bring a foundation back to their individual agencies. Student Requirements: Eye protection and note taking materials. Course# AM-MON-018 PM-MON-018
RAPPEL OPERATIONS – Captain Tom Foster, Orange County S.O. / Sergeant Jimmy Mock, Lake County S.O. Rappel Operations will include must know techniques of self-belay, using a rope bag for stealth deployment, team cover and window entry. Student Requirements: Rappel/Rope gloves, rappel harness, helmet (climbing, tactical or ballistic), (2) carabineers and rescue eight descender.
Course# AM-MON-017 PM-MON-017
RURAL FUGITIVE RECOVERY OPERATIONS – Terry Sanford / Matt Deem / James Craig, Orlando Police Department THIS COURSE IS SCHEDULED FROM 0800 HOURS TO 1600 HOURS ON MONDAY, 11/7/2011. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ENTIRE BLOCK OF INSTRUCTION IN ORDER TO MEET THE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH BY THE SRI COMMITTEE. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN A TIME PENALTY FOR YOUR TEAM. ONLY THOSE PRE-REGISTERED FOR THIS COURSE WILL BE ALLOWED TO THE OFF-SITE LOCATION – NO WALK INS ACCEPTED! This training will teach tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP’s) to tactical teams searching for an armed suspect(s) in a wooded terrain environment. Training topics include notable manhunts, situations requiring a wooded terrain operation, camouflage, weapon/equipment considerations, basic hand and arm signals, individual/team movement formations, immediate action drills and command and control issues. A live-fire exercise will be conducted at the end of this course. Student Requirements: Callout gear to include tactical clothing (BDU’s/multicams), boots, boonie hat/patrol cap, light body armor, drop or hip holster, handgun/shoulder-fired weapon, police radio, Camelbak and LUNCH. Ammo requirements: 100 rounds for shoulder-fired weapon.
Course# AM-MON-022
SAVING SWAT COPS AND SWAT TEAMS – Ron McCarthy, L.A.P.D. (ret.) / R.M. McCarthy & Associates, Inc. Suspects, corrupt politicians and litigation are all threats to officers and teams. This teaches how to wind when everyone is after you.
Course# AM-MON-005 PM-MON-005
TACTICAL BALLISTIC SHIELD – John J. Burdock, Team One Network/ Indian River County S.O. The student will be instructed on the ballistic stopping abilities of hand held ballistic shields and will learn the required firearms and tactical skills to safely use the shield in tactical operations and in officer rescues. Student Requirements: Full tactical equipment, eye and ear protection, ballistic shield (if available), handgun with (3) magazines and student must provide (300) rounds of pistol ammunition.
Course# AM-MON-014 PM-MON-014
TACTICAL SHOTGUN – Captain O. Frank Repass, Kennedy Space Center This course will be conducted for the SWAT/Tactical Officer and will cover the use of a shotgun as a primary offensive/defensive weapon in a tactical operation. This course will cover weapon manipulations, safety, operational skills, tactical use, weapon entry techniques and ammo selection drills. At the conclusion of this course, the SWAT Officer will demonstrate the ability to safely operate this weapon in a hostile environment. Student Requirements: Hat, ear and wrap around eye protection, vest and 12 gauge shotgun with a tactical sling. Student must provide (125) rounds of #8 birdshot ammunition.
Course# AM-MON-021 PM-MON-021