40 Questions
What should a shooter do when going down on one leg during training?
Step rearward with the strong foot and kneel on the weak knee.
Why is it important for shooters to determine their dominant eye?
To improve their pistol sighting using only one eye.
According to the instructor notes, what should be established regarding the strong hand grip?
It should be established before leaving the holster.
Which criteria determine whether a grip chosen by a shooter is safe?
Approval by the weapons training officer.
What is recommended to help shooters determine their dominant eye?
Draw a dot or pick out an object.
What is stressed about the Glock semi-automatic pistol?
It has no magazine safety feature
How many safety mechanisms does a Glock semi-automatic pistol have?
Three
What is a characteristic of a Glock pistol magazine?
It has five parts
What does the instructor stress about the magazine safety feature of the Glock pistol?
It is not present in the Glock pistol
How many parts does a cartridge consist of?
Four
What is NOT listed as a part of tactical training drills?
Knife fighting
What is a requirement for shooters according to the text?
Wear low-light glasses in a protective pouch
What should the shooters do after loading their pistols administratively?
Properly holster the pistol
Who selects the specific drills for a particular training day?
Lead range instructor
What is the initial command given to shooters?
"Check, load and holster your pistol"
What is the purpose of the isosceles stance in semi-automatic pistol shooting?
To enable the shooter to face their target squarely and cover a larger area
What is the benefit of using the weaver stance in shooting pistols?
To lessen and control muzzle flip for faster follow-up shots
In the isosceles stance, how should the shoulders be positioned in relation to the target?
Squared to the target
What is the correct grip for semi-automatic pistol shooting in general?
Two-handed grip with elbows slightly bent
How should the feet be positioned in the isosceles stance?
Shoulder width apart with toes pointing toward the target
What is the minimum number of hits required out of 50 rounds to achieve a passing score in the qualification course-of-fire?
40 hits
How are the shooters' results recorded on the score sheet?
Q (Qualified)
At which line and with what hand hold do officers perform the phase that allows 2 rounds in 8 seconds from the holster?
25-yard line, 2 hand hold
How many rounds are officers required to fire in total at the 15-yard line during the Official Police Challenge phase?
3 rounds
What is the action that all students will be instructed to do prior to holstering their weapon during the course-of-fire?
Scan the area
What should be assumed about a Glock pistol with its action closed?
It can fire regardless of whether a magazine is inserted or not
What should be the primary concern at all times during range procedures?
Safety
When drawing a weapon out of its holster, under what circumstances should it be done?
Only when justified in using deadly physical force as per New York State Penal Law
What should an officer always assume about a weapon until proven otherwise?
That it is loaded
Which law is referenced for justification in using deadly physical force?
New York State Penal Law, Article 35
What is the minimum number of hits required for a passing score in the qualification course-of-fire for Glock Model 26?
40 out of 50 rounds
What will be recorded on the score sheet to indicate that a shooter did not finish the course?
DNF (Did Not Finish)
Which ammunition count as a hit during the qualification course-of-fire?
Rounds inside the 7-ring
What will officers be instructed to do before holstering their weapon?
Scan the surroundings
In what phase of the course-of-fire will shooters fire 2 rounds in 8 seconds from the holster?
Phase 1 at the 25-yard line
What is the total number of rounds that officers will fire in Phase 2 of the course-of-fire?
6 rounds
Which term will be used on the score sheet to indicate that a shooter qualified?
'Q' (Qualified)
What type of target is used in the qualification course-of-fire for Glock Model 26?
'B-27E Grey Economy Target'
'NQ' on the score sheet indicates:
'Not Qualified'
'Administrative load' refers to:
'Loading magazines at the beginning of training'
Study Notes
Pistol Shooting Fundamentals
- One Leg Down, Two Legs Down: step rearward with strong foot, kneel on strong knee, and bring weak knee down; buttocks may rest on calves but not on the ground
- Two Legs Down: dominant eye and squaring off to the target; determine dominant eye by drawing a dot or picking an object, and aligning natural point of aim with center of mass of target
Grip
- Choose a safe grip, and consider the following:
- Strong hand grip should be established in the holster without needing adjustment once the pistol is drawn
- Tactical training may cover various drills, such as fundamentals of shooting, magazine change, malfunction drills, and more
Lesson Procedure
- Objective 3: list the five fundamentals of semi-automatic pistol shooting
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- Stance: any stance deemed safe, e.g. Isosceles Stance or Weaver Stance
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- Objective 4: familiar with the qualifying course-of-fire for the Glock model being taught
- Fired using the B-27E Grey Economy Target
- Rounds inside the 7-ring count as a hit
- Minimum number of hits is 40 out of 50 rounds, making a passing score of 80%
Pistol Nomenclature
- Glock semi-automatic pistol:
- Functioning: designed to fire whenever there is a round in the chamber, regardless of magazine insertion
- Safety mechanisms: three (not specified)
- Characteristics: no magazine safety
- Pistol ammunition:
- Four parts: not specified
- Characteristics: not specified
- Glock pistol magazine:
- Five parts: not specified
- Characteristics: not specified
- Approved holsters and magazine carriers for issue: not specified
Qualifying Course-of-Fire
- For Glock Models 17 and 19:
- Phase 1: 25-yard line, 2 hand hold, sights permitted, 2 rounds in 8 seconds, from the holster
- Phase 2: 15-yard line, Official Police Challenge, 2 hand hold, sights permitted, 3 rounds in 3 seconds, from the holster (performed 2 times)
- For Glock Model 26:
- Phase 1: 25-yard line, 2 hand hold, sights permitted, 2 rounds in 8 seconds, from the holster
- Phase 2: 15-yard line, Official Police Challenge, 2 hand hold, sights permitted, 3 rounds in 3 seconds, from the holster (performed 2 times)
Pistol Procedures
- Safety is the primary concern at all times
- Standardized range procedures will be followed by everyone
- When drawing a weapon, consider the following:
- Justification for using deadly physical force as referenced in New York State Penal Law, Article 35, Defense of Justification
- Correct method of wearing the holster and magazine pouches
- Correct method of loading the magazines
- Correct method of locking the slide rearward
- Correct method of performing a safety check
Test your knowledge on firearm safety and procedures with this quiz. Learn about the importance of treating all weapons as if they are loaded until proven otherwise. This quiz covers topics like Glock pistol nomenclature, handling firearms with a round in the chamber, and safety procedures.
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