Training

WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is 5 days and 50 training hours

The focus of WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is the basic required knowledge for officers and deputies newly assigned to SWAT or Tactical Response Teams. The target audience are individuals who have recently been assigned to SWAT, they will gain the understanding of contemporary theories and concepts used during SWAT operations.  Students will participate in classroom and field exercises designed to develop their understanding of the tactics and techniques employed during tactical operations.  This course is facilitated by experienced SWAT team leaders and elements leaders currently assigned to Tier 1 and Tier 2 SWAT teams, experienced in developing newly assigned SWAT officers.

The primary course objectives are as follows:

• • SWAT Theory & Concepts in order to gain an understanding of SWAT utilization during tactical operations.
  • Team organization and structure, to include the responsibilities of each position within the team.
  • Specialized equipment and munitions introduction used by SWAT Teams.
  • Tactics used during armed barricaded incidents and high risk warrant service missions.
  • Proper Scouting and Operational Plan & the necessity of after-action reviews.
  • Dynamic, Slow and Methodical, and Covert movement techniques.

Equipment:

• • Helmet
  • Entry Vest
  • Gloves
  • Tactical Uniform
  • Rifle/SMG
  • Handgun
  • Eye and hearing protection
  • APR (Gas Mask)
  • PT gear
  • Simunition, Force on Force, UTM bolt or rifle with 150 rounds of marking cartridges
  • Simunition, Force on Force, UTM protective gear

Cancellation:

• • Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.
  • $500 no show or late cancellation fee.

Class Location:

• • Richland Police Range
    3230 Twin Bridges Road
    Richland WA 99354

Cost:

• • $500.00

Registration will be from 0800 to 0830 hours in PT gear.

REGISTRATION:

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Presented by Crisis Systems Management, LLC

Course Description

This course will further enhance the knowledge and skills acquired in the Crisis Hostage Negotiation Level I – Basic course, or its 40-hour equivalent. Theme-based Crisis Negotiation, Deliberate Strategy, Using Third-party Intermediaries and Interpreters, High Element Negotiation and Tactical Considerations are among the intermediate topics.

Theme-based Crisis Negotiation requires the negotiator to develop strategies which incorporate factors present in an incident, including the subject’s capacity to empathize with others, the subject’s character traits, and the scene dynamics; you will learn how to effectively leverage these factors. This block focuses on theme development as an advanced communication technique for building rapport and influencing the subject toward resolution.

There will be an in-depth discussion of deliberate strategy that features concepts of risk assessment, structured brainstorming and decision-making as they relate to crisis negotiation. Included is this block is a dynamic table-top exercise that challenges teams to consider critical elements in developing a meaningful team-oriented strategy.

The use of third-party intermediaries (TPIs) is a frequent consideration in police stand-offs. An in-depth discussion introduces the use of a TPI vetting tool which is later reinforced during practical exercises.

In regard to the hostages involved, we will show you how to interpret the behavior of hostages while in captivity and techniques you can use when dealing with them directly. The consideration of hostages when developing a deliberate strategy will be explored as well as considerations for managing released hostages.

Uniquely presented in this program are advanced techniques related to the questions posed to subjects and appropriate responses based on the “Bunches of Five.” You will learn how to say “no,” how to show empathy, and how to keep dialogue moving forward in a positive direction.

We will discuss in depth tactical considerations during crisis incidents involving high-risk warrant service, hostage taking and barricaded subject incidents.

We will examine Subject Precipitated Homicide, Suicide-by-Cop, and behaviors meant to compel law enforcement to respond with deadly force. You will learn how to assess behavior, evaluate risk, and apply techniques in consideration of behavior and risk.

Lastly, situations that create unique challenges for law enforcement, such as jumpers from bridges, cell towers and overpasses, will be among the advanced concepts discussed. You will also learn guidelines for scene management and working with rescue personnel at the scene.

Challenging, team-oriented, scenario-driven practical exercises are an integral part of the course and will allow you the opportunity to practice and refine your crisis negotiation skills.

Topics Included

• Theme-based Crisis Negotiation
• Applying Deliberate Strategy
• Use of Third-party Intermediaries and Interpreters
• The Hostage Experience
• Advanced Communication Techniques (Questions/Responses)
• Tactical Considerations
• Subject Precipitated Homicide
• High Element Negotiation

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13509 E. Mansfield Ave
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
(509) 782-9878
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Questions
Registration Questions:
Troy King
troydking@crisisnegotiation.us
(360) 702-6773

Curriculum/Prerequisite Questions:
Deb McMahon
crisisnegotiation@gmail.com
(417) 594-1499

Regarding the Training Site:
Trooper Steve Morphy
Steven.Morphy@wsp.wa.gov
(425) 941-3875

COURSE LENGTH: 40 Hours- 5 Days

Kent Police Fire Training Center
24523 116^th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030

COURSE OVERVIEW:

This course is designed for law enforcement personnel who are responsible for deploying in the capacity as a SWAT Team Leader or as a supervisor who is responsible for the training and deployment of tactical teams. The focus of this training will be on pre-incident training, planning, organizing, and the tactical decision-making process used in the resolution of high-risk operations. Also included in the curriculum is an overview of SWAT training topics including selection and testing, training issues and liability, national SWAT standards and critical incident reviews. Practical applications will consist of scouting and planning warrants, small team planning, tactics used in the resolution of critical incidents, and the review of tactical incidents and videos. Attendees will participate in-group discussions, write operations orders, and develop training plans, plus critique and evaluate tactics and decisions based on a principle based SWAT decision-making process.

INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS:

Upon completion of this course the attendee will be familiar with:

1. NTOA Tactical Response & Operational Standards for Law Enforcement
2. Recruitment, Selection, and Training of SWAT Personnel
3. Team Leader Legal Liability Concepts
4. SWAT Structure and Leadership
5. Survival for the Tactical Team Leader
6. Strategy, Training, and Mission Planning
7. Team Leaders and the OODA Loop
8. Less Lethal Tactical Decision-Making
9. High-Risk Warrant Planning
10. Resolution of Barricaded Subjects
11. Hostage Rescue Operations
12. Principle Based Decision-Making Review
13. Incident Reviews from Past Operations