Training
 
Quarterly Hosted Agency Sponsored
    Scheduling is tentative and details will be forthcoming

    May, Legal Use of Force – Dist 9, Dist 6 & Dist 4

    August, Vehicle Assaults – Dist 5, Dist 1 & Dist 8

    November, MTT/Entry Basics – Dist 6, Dist 9 & Dist 4

    WSTOA Quarterly Training - Care Under Fire

    Presenter: King County Medic 1 – TEMS Cadre

    Topics Include: Combat casualty care under fire, bleeding control and tactical triage.  Students will receive a background on the history of tactical emergency medicine, compare and contrast first responder care under fire and military care under fire.  Training will specifically address contemporary methods of bleeding control, tactical triaging, and casualty movement.  This hands on course will require the students to practice all these skills in short scenarios at the conclusion of training.

    Dates: February 21, 2012, 0800-1600
    Who: WSTOA Members
    Location: Washington State Patrol Academy
    631 West Dayton Airport Road
    Shelton WA 98584-8945
    Cost: Free to WSTOA Members
    Prerequisite: ATTENDANCE RESTRICTED TO SWORN LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND SPECIALIZED MILITARY UNITS
    Registration: E-mail WSTOA Director of Training Evan Ehring at evan.ehring@seattle.gov. Upon registration students will receive specific equipment requirements.
    Event flyer: View here

    WSTOA Quarterly Training - Care Under Fire

    Presenter: King County Medic 1 – TEMS Cadre

    Topics Include: Combat casualty care under fire, bleeding control and tactical triage.  Students will receive a background on the history of tactical emergency medicine, compare and contrast first responder care under fire and military care under fire.  Training will specifically address contemporary methods of bleeding control, tactical triaging, and casualty movement.  This hands on course will require the students to practice all these skills in short scenarios at the conclusion of training.

    Dates: February 24, 2012, 0800-1600
    Who: WSTOA Members
    Location: Yakima Police Training Room
    207 S 3rd St
    Yakima, WA
    Cost: Free to WSTOA Members
    Prerequisite: ATTENDANCE RESTRICTED TO SWORN LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND SPECIALIZED MILITARY UNITS
    Registration: E-mail WSTOA Director of Training Evan Ehring at evan.ehring@seattle.gov. Upon registration students will receive specific equipment requirements.
    Event flyer: View here
    Instructor:
    TCR SWAT LL Cadre Members

    Topics Covered:
    This course is designed to certify end users in the use of chemical agents, noise flash diversion devices (NFDD’s), and specialty impact munitions utilized by your team.* Less lethal force philosophy, use of force reporting, and arrest team deployment will also be covered.

    Audience:
    Any SWAT officer assigned/tasked with the deployment of chemical agents, NFDD’s, or specialty impact munitions.

    ***Maximum class size - 20 students***

    Date: March 13th & 14th
    Time: 0800 hr
    Location: Richland Police Range Classroom
    3230 Twin Bridges Road
    Richland, WA 99354
    Cost: FREE
    Student
    Equipment:
    Tactical uniform and all assigned tactical gear to include chemical agent mask, gloves, eye, and ear protection.  Simunition conversion kits for pistol and/or rifle as well as 50 rounds of marking cartridges and sim safety gear (full face, head, and neck protection).  All students must bring 3 NFDD’s.

    *If you are not a member of the Tri-City Regional SWAT Team, please contact Detective Washburn to get a list of munitions and platforms you must bring to the course.

    Registration: E-mail Detective Rick Washburn at richard.washburn@co.benton.wa.us
    or call at 509-735-6555 X3836 to register. 

    Class will be limited to 20 students.

    This class is 65 hours in length. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to: Function as part of an entry team or containment team on special, high-risk assignments. Understand tactics, individual and team movements.

    Equipment Needs:
    At least one handgun and one semi-automatic rifle (.223 or 9mm) and three magazines per attendee. Ammunition per person:· Handgun—500 rounds· Intermediate rifle/sub gun—500 rounds· Additional 3 magazines. 

    ***Please download and review: Preparing for the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission SWAT Physical Ability Test. Choose PDF or Microsoft Word format.

    Unlike years past, students will be required to make their own accommodations.

     

    Prerequisite: Yes, current member of SWAT team, proficient with intermediate rifle or (SMG) and handgun. Must also meet WASPC Physical Fitness Standards to gain entry into the course; 35 Pushups, 35 sit-ups, 6 pull-ups, and complete 1.5 mile run in 12:30 or less.
    Cost: $600, Non-cancelled no-shows OR students failing the PATwill be charged the full course fee.
    Applicatrion
    Form:
    Download application CJTC 215 (Application form revised 5/10, previous forms may be denied)
    Register: Fax a complete application to 206/835-7921. Applications missing an authorized signature will not be processed.
    Questions: If you have registration questions, please contact the course registrar at: blearegistrar@cjtc.state.wa.us
    The Advanced Course is directed toward the officers currently assigned to a specialized SWAT or emergency response team. This course focuses on the enhancement of basic skills and the development of competencies necessary to conduct specialized missions such as hostage rescues, vehicle assaults and high risk warrant services which are not presented in the Basic SWAT Course. In additional this course will provide training and experience in developing both Operational Plans (Pre-Mission) and After Actions Reports (Post-Mission).


    Location: TBA
    Prerequisite: Yes, Completed WSTOA/WSCJTC SWAT Basic (0510) or by permission.
    Cost: $600, Non-cancelled no-shows will be charged the full course fee.
    Applicatrion
    Form:
    Download application CJTC 215 (Application form revised 5/10, previous forms may be denied)
    Register: Fax a complete application to (206) 835-7921. Applications missing an authorized signature will not be processed.
    Questions: If you have registration questions, please contact the course registrar at: blearegistrar@cjtc.state.wa.us
    PUBLIC SAFETY WELLNESS INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSE
    Dates: September 17-21, 2012
    Hosted by: Kent Police & Fire Training Center, Kent Washington

    Designed and Delivered by:
    LouKa Tactical Training, LLC
    Michigan
    loukatactical.com

    This class will be hosted By Kent Police & Fire Training Center, the week immediately following the NTOA Conference in Seattle Washington. Kent Washington is just 25 miles south of Seattle. This provides tactical teams from all over the world to save travel expenses and double your training opportunity.

    New topic added to the class: Due to recent inquiries we will be covering a block of instruction and a class project on job task analysis so you will be familiar with the process by which tactical team/police officer physical fitness standards should be researched, analyzed, chosen, implemented, evaluated, and maintained.

    Public Safety Wellness Instructor Course
    Upon completing the course, attendees will be authorized to teach fitness and wellness curriculum to both in-service police officers, fire fighters, ems professionals, and emergency service academies. They will be qualified to conduct fitness assessments, design appropriate nutrition programs, deliver classroom as well as hands-on fitness and wellness sessions, develop and implement appropriate and functional police/fire/ems academy and in-service fitness sessions whether in a group setting or one-on-one. Classroom topics include fitness assessment implementation, instructor development, job task specific task analysis, anatomy, exercise physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, liability issues, developing proper frequency, intensity, duration, and work to rest ratios for peak performance, training adaptations, program design, using heart rate monitors, proper documentation and evaluation, appropriate nutrition education information, exercise psychology, and covering 8 emergency service specific classroom topics.

    This course incorporates numerous problem-based learning exercises including identifying and correcting liability issues, conducting a task analysis based on job-specific positions, developing a performance improvement plan, designing appropriate fitness sessions, utilizing an injury report form, designing and critiquing a nutrition program, motivation and behavior change, designing workouts which require little or no equipment, and using a nutrition log.

    Hands-on sessions include physical fitness test administration procedures, conducting a dynamic warm up, activities which improve peak functional performance for speed, agility, quickness and explosiveness, reactionary drills which improve performance on the street, proper vertical jump technique, muscular endurance activities, correct resistance training technique, administering fitness assessments for in-service personnel, designing proper circuits, incorporating competition to elicit peak intensity, and appropriate team building sessions.

    Dates: September 17-21
    Time: 7 am to 5 pm each day
    Location: Kent Police & Fire Training Center
    24523 116th Ave SE.
    Kent, WA. 98031
    Prerequisite: Yes, Completed WSTOA/WSCJTC SWAT Basic (0510) or by permission.
    Cost: $850.00 per student payable to LouKa
    Materials
    Provided:
    Police Wellness Instructor Manual.

    Police Wellness Instructional memory stick loaded with all materials, report forms, fitness assessment forms, and power point presentations.

    Participants
    will need:
    Laptop computer, cross trainer gym shoes, workout clothing. NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training text book (Amazon: link here). It is recommended that attendees purchase the book as soon as possible and become familiar with the content.
    Class Size: Class size limited to 22 participants.
    Register: Slots will not be reserved without payment or purchase order number. Call or e-mail to request a registration packet. Fill out and return packet, along with payment ($850), made payable to Louka Tactical Training. Check, Visa, M/C accepted.
    Contact Info: LouKa Tactical Training
    PWI Registration
    650 Light Tower Drive
    Belleville, MI 48111
    kathyvonk@aol.com
    Call: 734-260-2981 with questions
    loukatactical.com


    Any applicant having health issues will be required to obtain medical clearance in order to participate.

     

    Instructors:

    Kathleen Vonk, LouKa Tactical Training LLC
    Kathy has been a police officer (Ann Arbor PD, Mi) since 1988. She earned a BS in Exercise Science from Michigan State University, and a BA in Criminal Justice. She serves as the National Tactical Officer's Association's physical fitness chair, and the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Tactical Strength and Conditioning Editorial Columnist. She is considered a wellness expert, consultant, and instructor- trainer for the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Training. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) by the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), a Certified Physical Fitness Specialist and Health Promotion Director by the Cooper Institute of Aerobics Research in Dallas. She designed and implemented the fitness program for the Washtenaw Community College Police Academy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and has been the primary fitness instructor since 2001. She is nationally published in numerous subjects including physical fitness, nutrition, the use of heart rate monitors in training, public safety cycling, and instructs nationally in those same areas.

    Lou Ann Hamblin, LouKa Tactical Training LLC
    Lou Ann has been a police officer since 1990, and runs the Advanced Police Training for Schoolcraft College in Garden City, Michigan. She earned a BA in Criminal Justice Administration and an MA in Human Performance Technology and Instructional Design from the University of Michigan. She instructs nationally in the areas of instructor development, firearms, defensive tactics, officer survival, training for female officers and specialty units, public safety cycling, and other areas. She is part of the Calibre Press instructional staff, and is an Advisory Board member for PoliceOne.com. She is nationally published in a variety of use-of-force subjects, and is a current board member for the International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (IALEFI). She is a Police Wellness Instructor and fitness instructor for the Washtenaw Community College Police Academy in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

    This class is 65 hours in length. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to: Function as part of an entry team or containment team on special, high-risk assignments. Understand tactics, individual and team movements.

    Equipment Needs:
    At least one handgun and one semi-automatic rifle (.223 or 9mm) and three magazines per attendee. Ammunition per person:· Handgun—500 rounds· Intermediate rifle/sub gun—500 rounds· Additional 3 magazines. 

    ***Please download and review: Preparing for the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission SWAT Physical Ability Test. Choose PDF or Microsoft Word format.

    Unlike years past, students will be required to make their own accommodations.

     

    Prerequisite: Yes, current member of SWAT team, proficient with intermediate rifle or (SMG) and handgun. Must also meet WASPC Physical Fitness Standards to gain entry into the course; 35 Pushups, 35 sit-ups, 6 pull-ups, and complete 1.5 mile run in 12:30 or less.
    Cost: $600, Non-cancelled no-shows OR students failing the PATwill be charged the full course fee.
    Applicatrion
    Form:
    Download application CJTC 215 (Application form revised 5/10, previous forms may be denied)
    Register: Fax a complete application to 206/835-7921. Applications missing an authorized signature will not be processed.
    Questions: If you have registration questions, please contact the course registrar at: blearegistrar@cjtc.state.wa.us
    Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Explosive Breaching Courses


    Hosted by:

    Snohomish County Sheriff's Office, WA


    Training Location:
    Marysville, WA
    Vacant County Detention Center/ Jail


    Questions?
    Contact Sgt. Don Hart at (425) 754-8186


    Breaching will be conducted on the following targets:

    Exterior & Interior Block Wall
    Roofs and Aluminum Sidings
    Exterior Windows and Fortifications
    Aluminum Siding and Metal Exterior Doors
    Interior Doors, Windows, and Walls

    In addition to the standard topics covered in our Explosive Breacher course, this training will extensively cover the following subjects:

    - Exterior and interior wall breaching - "soft" and "heavy" wall construction
    - High-angle breaching and entry (roofs and windows)
    - Alternate and multiple entry points
    - Advanced target reconnaissance and analysis
    - Low light operations
    - Mission planning
    - Design and deployment of Rapid Deployment Charges (RDCs)
    - Interior charge deployment and considerations


    We offer two separate courses for this location:

    Basic/ Intermediate Explosive Breacher
    Course: 6 days hands-on
    Dates: February 20th-25th
    Cost: $1400.00 per Register
    Course Info: View here
    Register: Click here
    If 2 people sign up for the Basic and Intermediate breacher course from February 20th through the 25th then one can get in for free.

     

    Advanced Explosive Breacher
    Course: 3 days hands-on
    Dates: February 27th-29th
    Cost: $850.00 per Register
    Course Info: View here
    Register: Click here

    Special Offer:
    Attend both courses/ 9 days of training for $2000.00 per
    Register here

    With 10 separate buildings on the same property, this location provides a unique training opportunity for all breachers who seek to advance their tactical breaching skills in a real life environment.

    This course teaches the patrol officer how to administer life saving combat first aid to themselves, a fellow officer, or citizen that has been wounded. Bleeding from a main artery is so rapid and copious that a wounded person can die before help can reach him/her. This class gives the Officer essential tools to treat a life threatening injury until EMS arrives.

    "90% of combat deaths occur on the battlefield before the casualty ever reaches a medical treatment facility." -Col. Ron Bellamy

    The course provides hands on scenarios with realistic wounds and practical applications so that the officer/deputy can confidently administer first aid.

    Instructor:
    Jennifer Foreman
    Paramedic 9 years
    Tactical Paramedic for 7 years

    Dates & Times: Two classes will be offered, March 26th 1300-1700 and March 27th 0800-1200

    Limited class size to 20 people
    Location: Kent Police Training Center
    24523 116 Ave SE
    Kent Wa, 98030
    Cost: $100.00/person
    Flyer: View here
    Contact: Jennifer Foreman
    509-670-7906
    konaforeman@gmail.com


    TSAC Conference information and registration here

    Are you looking for the most cutting-edge tactical research and training methods? Join us at the 2012 TSAC Conference. Presented by experts in tactical research and training implementation, this comprehensive conference encompasses all aspects of tactical strength and conditioning including; injury prevention, testing and evaluation, nutrition, load carriage, and much more. With individual military, firefighter and law enforcement tracks, you’ll learn training methods specific to the unique demands of each job and take away the knowledge and skills to build safe and effective training protocols.

    Don’t miss Stew Smith’s keynote presentation on “The Need for Physical Training among Tactical Populations.”

    1. Learn from the leaders in the field like Cmdr. Thor Eells, Dr. Brian Schilling, Frank Palkoska, Col. Brian McGuire, and more.
    2. Engage in Hands-on sessions like High Intensity Tactical Training, Explosive Power Development, and Injury Prevention.
    3. Session topics range from Metabolic Training and Needs Analysis to Program Design and Physical Readiness Training.
    Course Description:
    This class will cover in depth all of the problems associated with hostage rescue. We will provide you with the skills, tactics and methods for training to make your mission as successful as possible.

    This class will cover:

    1. Mission planning
    2. Hasty assaults
    3. Deliberate assaults
    4. Breaching Methods
    5. Vehicle Assaults (Small cars & vans)
    6. Case studies and practical exercises.

    Students are required to bring all of their tactical gear for hands-on application. This is not a course in the classroom; you will plan and execute several hostage rescues during the three day course at different sites. This course will use FX™ marking cartridges or Airsoft weapons to increase realism.


    Dates: April23-25 (3 days)
    Time: 0800-1700
    Location: SCSO Training Center
    10319 E. Appleway
    Spokane Valley, WA  99206
    Cost: $550
    Registration: E-mail – Bill@tap-rack.com

    Tap-Rack Tactical, LLC is a police training company designed to provide quality instruction at a reasonable price. Owned and operated by Bill Blowers with over 25 years of tactical experience between the US Army and Law Enforcement. We focus on SWAT related training and DO NOT cater to civilians, mall ninjas or wannabes. Our training is designed with common sense and tactics or techniques for the real world. Check us out at tap-rack.com.

    Tap-Rack Tactical is owned and operated by Bill Blowers.

    Please contact us for an updated instructor vitae and qualifications.

    Bill@tap-rack.com
    PO Box 971
    Puyallup, WA 98371
    Phone: (253) 740-1312

    Contact: Deputy John Oliphant
    Spokane County Sheriff's Office
    (509) 477-3211
    jroliphant@spokanesheriff.org
    Hosted by: Richland Police Department, Washington

    Course Description:
    This course is Instructor Development level training. Course is geared towards current instructors, tactical team members, and leadership that train others in the use of deadly force, and specifically those who are responsible for developing the firearm skills of those they train.

    The Student Instructor will experience a set of effective fundamental concepts that will facilitate shooting skill development. Training will include methods to transfer the concepts and skills to others, along with a model of how to train others in the tactical application of those skills.

    The student's knowledge, shooting, and training skill level will be increased through an intensive, dynamic, and progressive training format. Students will learn how to develop their shooting skill to a level where they can demonstrate "on-demand" a proficiency of shooting that is effective in deadly force combat, where both accuracy and time are of consequence.

     

    Training consists of 3 days of instruction that will prepare the student to:

    Develop their individual shooting skill to a "demonstrate on demand" level

    Utilize 'fundamentals' that are simple and easily applied by their students

    Diagnose shooting performance issues with their students

    Implement training concepts which transfer to effective use of deadly force


    Certificates of training will be issued to those who successfully complete this course. This is an Instructor development continuation of training class, not an instructor certification course.


    Topics:

    Firearm safety & procedures

    Fundamentals of accuracy

    Shooting skill development

    Tactical concepts

    Methods of instruction

    Accuracy versus speed

    Specialized target systems

    Training gear & tools

     

    Dates: May 15th – 17th, 2012
    Time: 08:00 – 17:00 hrs
    Location: Richland PD Firearms Range
    3230 Twin Bridges Road
    Richland, WA
    (Range is located across the road from Horn Rapids ORV Park)
    Cost: $375.00
    Event Flyer, Supply List & Student Registration form: View here
    For additional information, or to register: Practical Edge Shooting
    practicaledgeshooting.com
    Email: info@practicaledgeshooting.com
    Phone: (509) 987-2303
    Course Description:
    Tap-Rack Tactical will certify you in the use of ANY ballistic shield. We will cover different levels of protection, construction, accessories and application. Topics covered include marksmanship, weapon handling and manipulation, defensive tactics, shield tactics and team movement using ballistic shields or blankets.

    Dates: June 18-19
    Time: 0800-1700
    Location: Spokane Police Academy
    2302 N. Waterworks
    Spokane, WA 99212
    Cost: $250
    Registration: E-mail – Bill@tap-rack.com

    Tap-Rack Tactical, LLC is a police training company designed to provide quality instruction at a reasonable price. Owned and operated by Bill Blowers with over 25 years of tactical experience between the US Army and Law Enforcement. We focus on SWAT related training and DO NOT cater to civilians, mall ninjas or wannabes. Our training is designed with common sense and tactics or techniques for the real world. Check us out at tap-rack.com.

    Tap-Rack Tactical is owned and operated by Bill Blowers.

    Please contact us for an updated instructor vitae and qualifications.

    Bill@tap-rack.com
    PO Box 971
    Puyallup, WA 98371
    Phone: (253) 740-1312

    Contact: Deputy John Oliphant, SCSO
    (509) 477-3211
    jroliphant@spokanesheriff.org
    SPOKANE COUNTY
    SHERIFF'S OFFICE

    Course Description:
    The Designated Marksman (DM) course fills the gap between the police patrol rifle and the precision marksman (sniper). This two-day course is designed for the police officer, deputy, or state trooper who works suburban and rural areas; who may have a long wait time for SWAT; and who may have to make a precise shot at distance.

    The class emphasizes the use of a low (1 to 5) powered scope, mounted on an AR platform or on a suitable bolt-action rifle. This is not close-quarter battle; it reflects the actual use most officers make of the carbine. Position shooting is practiced and ranges run from ten to two hundred and fifty yards.

    Requirements:
    suitable AR-type or bolt-action rifle; a quality optic with magnification in the 1.5X, 2.5X, 2-6X, 1.5-5X, etc. range; 300 rounds of duty ammo; knee and elbow pads (recommended); duty handgun with 100 rounds; normal range equipment.

    Instructor:
    The class will be led by Jeff Hall, owner of Force Options, LLC. Hall is a retired lieutenant from the Alaska State Troopers. He is an NRA staff instructor, SWAT and military veteran, and martial arts grandmaster.


    Dates: August 27-28
    Time: 0630-1400
    (Bring sack lunch each day)
    Location: SCSO Training Center
    10319 E. Appleway
    Spokane Valley, WA 99206
    (Live-Fire at the Mica Range)
    Cost: $250 (Payment due at time of registration)
    Registration: Flyer and registration form here

    To register, complete the attached application and return to Deputy John Oliphant by fax (509) 477-6975 or email jroliphant@spokanesheriff.org.

    Make checks payable to Force Options, LLC and mail to SCSO, ATTN:  Deputy John Oliphant, 1100 W. Mallon, Spokane, WA  99206.

    Contact: Jeff Hall
    jeff@forceoptions.net
    Academy 2010 logo.JPGCourse No.: 12-AC-32F

    Course Description:
    The program content focuses on the mechanical functioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and field repair of the SIG SAUER law enforcement classic pistol line, to include the P220, P226, P229, and P239 pistols.

    This is a hand's on program that teaches and guides each participant through all armorer operations, step by step with the instructor. Active participation in disassembly and assembly procedures coupled with question and answer periods provide the type of learning environment favorable for the retention of the material. Written and practical exams are administered to test the working knowledge of each participant.

    The curriculum enables law enforcement armorers to develop a pistol maintenance program on the inspection and servicing of the SIG SAUER law enforcement pistols for their departments. Following successful program completion, certification / re-certification to perform these procedures is valid for a period of three (3) years. This is of major importance to the agency as it maintains current practices and procedures for factory authorized maintenance on law enforcement pistols within the department.

     

    Dates: September 5-6
    Time: 2 days / 16 hours
    8:30 AM – 5 PM
    Location: Kent Police Training Center
    224523 116th Avenue
    Kent Wa, 98031
    Cost: $395
    Flyer: View here
    Registration: Register on-line or download your registration form today from sigsaueracademy.com or contact the SIG SAUER Academy Training Coordinator via phone at (603) 418-8181.
    Contact: Chris Sprague
    (253) 740-8225
    csprague@kentwa.gov


    Armorer Course Content:

    - Firearms Safety
    - Design and Components
    - Field Stripping
    - Preventive Maintenance
    - Weapon Functions
    - Armorer Disassembly and Assembly
    - Troubleshooting
    - Sight Adjustments
    - 20% discount on purchases at SIG SAUER Pro Shop made during the course.
    - 20% discount on your next course if you register during course. (Specialty/Guest Instructor training courses excluded).

    Course Description:
    Tap-Rack Tactical, LLC will certify you as an instructor for any shoulder fired weapon. We will cover carbines, submachine guns, semi and automatic fire. This course is geared toward SWAT and Patrol officers who have the mission of training officers in the use of these weapons. Tap-Rack Tactical covers everything from basic maintenance to controlled automatic firing. We will teach you to operate your weapon, construct drills to challenge officers, develop qualification courses for your agencies needs and provide recommendations for future training.

    The instructor course focuses on making you a competent and professional shooter as well as an instructor. This course will concentrate on the instructor aspect during the entire week, not just a five-minute presentation at the end. We will cover classroom and range instruction in depth to give you the confidence needed to stand and deliver this material like a seasoned professional. There are no prerequisites to attend this course.

    This is not a long range course, skills are focused at 50 yards and in.

    Mandatory Student Equipment:

    Rifle / Subgun with 2500 rounds of ammunition. (100 rds. of duty ammo) 3magazines minimum. (You will probably bring some ammo back with you)Duty Pistol with 100 rounds of ammunition, 3 magazines minimum.
    • Appropriate duty belt with mag pouches. (SWAT or patrol belt)
    • Body armor. (SWAT or Patrol, wear what your students will wear)
    • Load bearing vest, carrier, chest rig or whatever to carry extra magazines
    • Eye and Ear Protection
    • Ball Cap
    • Neck protection for hot brass. I.e. Balaclava, high collar shirt, handkerchief.
    • Clothing appropriate for weather conditions, NO SHORTS!
    • Note taking material (Notebooks are provided)
    • Five (5) of YOUR department qualification targets
    • Weapon cleaning equipment
    • Tools necessary to disassemble your weapon, remove optics or adjust sights.

    Optional Student Equipment:

    • Knee and elbow pads
    • Parts and pieces to fix broken guns, mounts, lights, magazines.
    • Spare gun(s)
    • Spare batteries for optics and lights
    • Laptop for completing class assignments.
    • Video camera

     

    Dates: November 5-9
    Time: 0800-1700
    Location: Richland Police Range
    3230 Twin Bridges Road
    Richland, WA 99354
    Cost: $550
    Registration: E-mail – Bill@tap-rack.com

    Tap-Rack Tactical, LLC is a police training company designed to provide quality instruction at a reasonable price. Owned and operated by Bill Blowers with over 25 years of tactical experience between the US Army and Law Enforcement. We focus on SWAT related training and DO NOT cater to civilians, mall ninjas or wannabes. Our training is designed with common sense and tactics or techniques for the real world. Check us out at tap-rack.com.

    Tap-Rack Tactical is owned and operated by Bill Blowers.

    Please contact us for an updated instructor vitae and qualifications.

    Bill@tap-rack.com
    PO Box 971
    Puyallup, WA 98371
    Phone: (253) 740-1312

    Contact: Officer Chris Lee
    Richland Police Department
    (509) 942-7614
    chlee@ci.richland.wa.us
    Course Description:
    Tap-Rack tactical will certify you in the use of ANY ballistic shield. We will cover different levels of protection, construction, accessories and application. Topics covered include marksmanship, weapon handling and manipulation, defensive tactics, shield tactics and team movement using ballistic shields or blankets.

    Student Equipment List:

    1. Rifle / Subgun with 2500 rounds of ammunition. (100 rds. of duty ammo) 3magazines minimum. (You will probably bring some ammo back with you)
    2. Duty Pistol with 100 rounds of ammunition, 3 magazines minimum.
    3. Appropriate duty belt with mag pouches. (SWAT or patrol belt)
    4. Body armor. (SWAT or Patrol, wear what your students will wear)
    5. Load bearing vest, carrier, chest rig or whatever to carry extra magazines
    6. Eye and Ear Protection
    7. Ball Cap
    8. Neck protection for hot brass. I.e. Balaclava, high collar shirt, handkerchief.
    9. Clothing appropriate for weather conditions, NO SHORTS!
    10. Note taking material (Notebooks are provided)
    11. Five (5) of YOUR department qualification targets
    12. Weapon cleaning equipment
    13. Tools necessary to disassemble your weapon, remove optics or adjust sights.

    Optional Student Equipment:
    1. Knee and elbow pads
    2. Parts and pieces to fix broken guns, mounts, lights, magazines.
    3. Spare gun(s)
    4. Spare batteries for optics and lights
    5. Laptop for completing class assignments.
    6. Video camera

     

    Dates: November 18-19
    Time: 0800-1700
    Location: Richland Police Range
    3230 Twin Bridges Road
    Richland, WA 99354
    Cost: $250
    Registration: E-mail – Bill@tap-rack.com

    Tap-Rack Tactical, LLC is a police training company designed to provide quality instruction at a reasonable price. Owned and operated by Bill Blowers with over 25 years of tactical experience between the US Army and Law Enforcement. We focus on SWAT related training and DO NOT cater to civilians, mall ninjas or wannabes. Our training is designed with common sense and tactics or techniques for the real world. Check us out at tap-rack.com.

    Tap-Rack Tactical is owned and operated by Bill Blowers.

    Please contact us for an updated instructor vitae and qualifications.

    Bill@tap-rack.com
    PO Box 971
    Puyallup, WA 98371
    Phone: (253) 740-1312

    Contact: Officer Chris Lee
    Richland Police Department
    (509) 942-7614
    chlee@ci.richland.wa.us
    Course Description:
    The team leader course is designed to teach you everything you need to know to effectively lead officers on high-risk missions. We cover everything from setting standards, selection & training of personnel, & combat leadership and mindset.

    The class will teach you how to plan, coordinate and lead on a variety of missions. We use a variety of table top exercises to drive the lessons learned home. This class is appropriate for any officer or supervisor who is in a position to lead officers during high-risk operations.


    Dates: December 17-19
    Time: 0800-1700
    Location: SCSO Training Center
    10319 E. Appleway
    Spokane Valley, WA  99206
    Cost: $350
    Registration: Flyer and registration form here

    E-mail – Bill@tap-rack.com

    Tap-Rack Tactical, LLC is a police training company designed to provide quality instruction at a reasonable price. Owned and operated by Bill Blowers with over 25 years of tactical experience between the US Army and Law Enforcement. We focus on SWAT related training and DO NOT cater to civilians, mall ninjas or wannabes. Our training is designed with common sense and tactics or techniques for the real world. Check us out at tap-rack.com.

    Tap-Rack Tactical is owned and operated by Bill Blowers.

    Please contact us for an updated instructor vitae and qualifications.

    Bill@tap-rack.com
    PO Box 971
    Puyallup, WA 98371
    Phone: (253) 740-1312

    Contact: Deputy John Oliphant
    Spokane County Sheriff’s Office