Basic Course Performance Objectives:

During this course and upon completion of the four (4) hours of training, the officer will learn how, why and when to use OC in a variety of situations.

 

Upon Completion of This Course the Officer Will Be Able To:

• Identify the effect of OC on human beings.
• Identify the difference between OC, CS and CN.
• Demonstrate the proper location the OC unit will need to be carried.
• Demonstrate the proper stance during the field interview.
• Demonstrate the proper stance for the Ready Position.
• Demonstrate the proper draw with the OC unit.
• Identify the Resistance Control Continuum and know where the application of OC is to be placed on the Continuum.
• Deliver verbal direction and commands before, during and after spray.
• Deliver spray techniques during practical training.
• Demonstrate the proper way to retain the OC product.
• Demonstrate the proper way to disarm a subject armed with OC.
• Identify the ways to decontaminate an area and people sprayed with OC.
• Identify the first-aid procedures available for administering to subjects that have been exposed to OC.