Handgun Shooting Fundamentals
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What is the primary focus of the 22-hour skill development program?

  • Officer survival skills
  • Live fire exercises (correct)
  • Breath control techniques
  • Handgun safety protocols

    • What is the significance of the 'arc of movement' or 'arc of wobble' in handgun shooting?

  • It is the name for a specific handgun stance
  • It is the range of motion in the handgun trigger
  • It is the natural movement of the handgun during shooting (correct)
  • It is the amount of oxygen needed for optimal shooting

    • What is the primary consequence of oxygen starvation while shooting?

  • Tremors in the small muscle groups
  • The eyes to water and lose their focus (correct)
  • The gain of fine motor skills
  • The loss of gross motor skills

    • What is the correct way to maintain breath control during handgun shooting?

    <p>Try to keep breathing smoothly and evenly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of shot placement in the failure drill?

    <p>It highlights the importance of accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the 22-hour skill development program?

    <p>To identify and demonstrate the fundamentals of handgun shooting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach to recover from each shot?

    <p>Be ready to make the next shot(s)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the instruction and practical shooting in the 22-hour program?

    <p>Live fire exercises building on previous skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that affects shot placement?

    <p>Decision making and dexterity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to keep the head and shoulders up when shooting?

    <p>To avoid vision and sighting problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the four by four count breathing method?

    <p>To slow down breathing and reduce tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is accurate shot placement crucial in law enforcement?

    <p>Because it's the only factor that matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of recovering from a shot physically?

    <p>To prepare for the next shot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a double action and single action trigger press?

    <p>The trigger is pressed to the end of the stroke and held</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to practice shooting with a semiautomatic handgun?

    <p>To learn the difference between double and single action trigger presses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of not following through with the front sight after making a shot?

    <p>Loss of sight alignment and sight picture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of mentally recovering from a shot?

    <p>To maintain officer survival awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of giving up the shooting grip when holstering the gun?

    <p>Loss of concentration and relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Handgun Shooting Fundamentals

    • Stance, grip, sighting, trigger control, and breath control are the fundamental skills of handgun shooting.

    Breath Control

    • Keep breathing smoothly and evenly to prevent oxygen starvation.
    • Oxygen starvation can cause:
      • Eyes to water and lose focus.
      • Tremors in large muscle groups.
      • Loss of fine motor skills.
      • Poor shot placement.
    • Keep your head and shoulders up (erect) and bring the gun up to your eyes.
    • Use the four-by-four count method for controlled breathing.

    Shot Placement and Recovering from Shots

    • Accurate shot placement is critical in law enforcement.
    • Handgun rounds can fail, and multiple shots may be needed to incapacitate a suspect.
    • Shot placement, such as two shots to the chest and one shot to the head, may be critical in incapacitating a suspect.
    • Recovering from making a shot involves:
      • Physically following through with the eyes and trigger finger.
      • Mentally staying focused and aware of the situation.

    Recovering from Shots Physically

    • Follow through visually by watching the front sight throughout the shot and recoil.
    • Fine-tune the sights if needed.
    • For revolvers and D/A handguns, press the trigger until the hammer falls or the firing mechanism is released.
    • For S/A handguns, press the trigger to the end of the stroke, hold, and then release.

    Recovering from Shots Mentally

    • Practice total officer survival awareness when carrying a weapon.
    • Stay focused and avoid relaxation or distraction after making a shot.
    • Be aware that one shot or multiple shots may not stop the life-threatening problem.
    • Be prepared for multiple suspects in a shooting situation.

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    This lesson plan covers the essential skills and techniques required for handgun shooting, focusing on officer survival skills and accuracy. Participants will learn and demonstrate the fundamentals of handgun shooting.

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