WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
an officers minimal considerations to address in making a decision to use deadly force:.
ANSWER - ♦ State laws and court decisions
♦ Department policy
♦ The proximity of bystanders
♦ The distance to the suspect (time, distance, and cover)
♦ Behavior of perpetrator
♦ The type of weapon and ammunition used by the officer
The four firearms rules:. ANSWER - 1. All guns are always loaded and are to be
treated accordingly
2. Never let the muzzle of your weapon cover anything you are not willing to destroy
(laser rule) 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until you have made the conscious
decision to fire
4. Be aware of your target and the backstop beyond
Range rules include and are not limited to:. ANSWER - 1. Three positions of the
handgun
In the holster
Ready position
On target
2. Holster before bending over to pick up equipment
,3. Absolutely no horseplay
the effect training has on the psychological and physiological forces, which occur
when a person feels threatened with danger.. ANSWER - ♦ Confidence in your
abilities
♦ Development of muscle memory and improved reaction time
♦ Mental alertness and concentration
♦ Self-control over emotions and reactions to stress
techniques for making a handgun safe when it is stored at home.. ANSWER - ♦ Use
of mechanical devices for locking the trigger or action in a position rendering it
unable to fire
♦ Use of lockable drawer, gun vault, or cabinet for storing the weapon
♦ Storing ammunition separate from the weapon
techniques for proper care and cleaning of their duty weapons.. ANSWER - ♦ Field
strip the weapon
♦ Identify areas to be cleaned
♦ Identify areas to be oiled
♦ Discuss proper cleaning techniques and supplies ♦ Properly reassemble the weapon
the importance of performing a weapon function check after reassembly.. ANSWER -
♦ Action cycles and locks properly
♦ Trigger resets properly
,♦ All safeties/de-cockers function properly
♦ Slide returns to battery every time the action is cycled
how to safely dry-fire, including proper locations for dry-firing and time constraints
associated.. ANSWER - ♦ Always visually and physically clear the weapon first
♦ Remove all ammunition from the room
♦ Use a target or aiming point as a reference
♦ Have a proper backstop such as brick, basement, concrete, etc.
♦ Work with a partner for trigger reset and critique ♦ Do not dry fire for more than
15 minutes at a time
general areas to inspect when performing a "safety check" on weapons.. ANSWER - ♦
Barrel clear of obstructions
♦ No excessive lead build up in barrel
♦ Manual and internal safeties functioning
♦ Front and rear sights secure and un-damaged
♦ All screws, fasteners, and pins secure
♦ Grips and other accessories do not interfere with the safe operation of the weapon
♦ Weapon is free from cracks or other defects
♦ Weapon has had a function check performed every time it has been field stripped for
cleaning/inspection
, the methodology of reality based training to include the following:. ANSWER - ♦
Practical application for knowledge gained in classroom
♦ Opportunity for cadets to demonstrate decision making ability
♦ Allows for mistakes to be made in a controlled training environment rather than in
the field with the public
♦ Evaluation opportunity for staff to gauge cadet progress and individual needs
♦ Immediate feedback and correction for cadets
♦ Improved learning and concept retention through "hands-on" training
safety procedures when participating in scenario training:. ANSWER - ♦ No "real"
weapons of any type are allowed in the training area during scenarios (sterile
environment)
• Guns
• Knives
• Batons
• Pepper Spray
• Tasers or any electronic control device
• Live ammunition
Mandatory safety equipment used by participants in scenario training. ANSWER - •
Simunition mask
• Throat protection
• Groin protection