LE Firearms Qualification & Training

This  is a developmental skills course focused on the practical use of defensive firearms in a law enforcement context and a qualification event to meet the State of Ohio requirements for the annual qualification of police officers in the use of their firearms.

PRE-REQUISITES: Currently active as a Peace Officer in the State of Ohio or a retired officer wishing to qualify for the purposes of LEOSA.

Points of Instruction (POI) Include:

• Firearm & equipment inspection

• Proper firearm manipulation, loading & unloading (reviewed)

• Drawing from the open duty holster or concealed holster as appropriate (reviewed)

• Deployment from ready and carry positions (reviewed)

• Rapid or emergency reloading of the firearm (reviewed)

• Immediate & Remedial Action for malfunction clearance (reviewed)

• Practical pistol accuracy standards will be applied

• OPOTC Approved Pistol Qualification Course of Fire (80% or better score required to pass)

• Use of intermediate barries and alrenative firing positions (reviewed time permitting)

• Qualification for additional platforms such as the Shotgun or Tactical Rifle (this is optional and will occur after the pistol block)

Equipment Required:

• Modern duty pistol or revolver with duty belt & holster, 3 magazines / 2 speed loaders, and belt pouch

• Modern off-duty or secondary pistol or revolver with concealment holster (OWB, IWB, AIWB, Ankle, etc), 2 magazines or 1 speed loader / strip.

• Factory produced training ammunition matching your firearm's caliber - 150 rds pistol (25 rds for qualification), SGN & rifle ammo as needed

• Hand Held Tactical Flashlight with belt pouch or pocket clip

• Eye protection (safety glasses or polycarbonate lenses in perscription eyeware)

• Ear protection (electronic shooting ear muffs highly suggested)

• Seasonally appropriate clothing suitable for range activities (body armor optional)

• Closed toe shoes or boots suitable for outdoor activities

• A baseball style cap or visor to help protect your face

• Water, sports drinks, & snacks to maintain yourself during moderate physical activity for the training day

• Please note that the range facility does not have running water or improved facilities