Building Search for Patrol Course

This POST-certified course provides basic search techniques for patrol officers and detective units. The course topics will include:  deliberate and dynamic clearing, threshold assessments, use of a ballistic shield, lighting considerations, legal authorities and patrol/first responder hostage rescue techniques, and active shooter response.  Students will get numerous hands-on repetitions and will leave with a better understanding of how to safely clear a structure, respond to high consequence calls for service, and make good tactical decisions.          

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REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

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Comfortable training attire

Issued/normally worn gunbelt with equipment

A quality flashlight and extra batteries

Issued handheld radio

Any equipment commonly carried for building searches

Shoulder weapon if assigned (with light)

Water & snacks

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LOCATION:  The course will start at 0800.  The course will start in the classroom and eventually move out to the on-site training structure.      

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LODGING:  Recommended lodging is the Clovis Cole Best Western at 415 Clovis Ave, Clovis CA 93612 (phone:  559-299-1547).  This hotel is walking distance from bars and restaurants in downtown Clovis and is centrally located between both training locations. 

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