This training will provide officers with the necessary firearms training to instill confidence, proficiency and improve abilities to properly use and safely handle their department issued AR-15 platform patrol rifle. Following this training, officers will be able to:
• Be able to field strip, clean, inspect and lubricate weapon to ensure proper functioning.
• Demonstrate proper stance, proper sight alignment, use of cover and concealment, safe movements, weapon discipline and target identification.
• Be able to recognize malfunctions and properly clear them.
• Demonstrate ability and proficiency to fire Dept. patrol rifle under physical stress.
• Demonstrate proper handling techniques and reloading techniques of their dept. patrol rifle.
• Demonstrate proficiency with their dept. issued patrol rifle
• Demonstrate proficiency in firing at laterally moving targets.
Rifle Skill Builder Class Materials list:
•Rifle – AR–15 types preferred, but any magazine fed, centerfire rifle will work
•Approximately 500 rounds of rifle ammo
•At least 3 30-round magazines for selected rifle
•A workable, tactical type sling for selected rifle
•Duty Handgun
•Approximately 150 rounds of handgun ammo
•At least 3 handgun magazines
•A duty belt, chest rig or armor carrier with magazine pouches for rifle and holster for handgun
•Cleaning kit for rifle
•1 military type ammo can and small sandbag (for zeroing purposes)
•Hat
•Rain gear
•Eye and ear protection
•Knee and elbow pads (if needed)
•Sunscreen
•Hydration carrier or drinks