Defensive Tactics - Rockford

PURPOSE OF COURSE: This 8-hour course is designed to improve law enforcement officers’ set of defensive tactics skills. Officers will develop techniques that will help them control a suspect using the least amount of force necessary and to overcome common threat situations. 

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This block of participatory training focuses on de-escalation, distance and time management, handcuffing, use of force, positional control, common threat scenarios and weapon retention. The officers will be provided with a safety briefing and use of force discussion before any hands-on training.

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION: This course will use the following methods of instruction:

•    Lecture

•    Single and multiple person drilling

•    Scenario-based exercises

TRAINING GOALS:

•    Understanding proper use of force needed

•    Understanding case law

•    Sound decision making

•    Controlling a suspect and overcoming common threat situations

This course has been certified by the ILETSB and approved to meet the following mandates:

• De-Escalation Techniques - 4.0 hours / 2.5 hours scenario based
• Officer Safety Techniques - 2.0 hours / .50 hours scenario based
• Constitutional Use of LE Authority - .50 hours
• Law Concerning Stops, Search and Use of Force - .50 hours
   

REGISTRATION:

THIS IS NOT A PUBLIC MEETING