16 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Firearms Training Simulator in this lesson plan?
To provide immediate feedback on shooting scenarios
What is one of the key considerations in determining whether to draw a firearm according to this lesson plan?
The level of threat presented in the scenario
What is the purpose of incorporating role-playing exercises into the FATS scenarios?
To increase the realism of the training scenarios
What is evaluated through the various scenarios presented in the FATS simulator?
Recruits' decision-making skills in high-pressure scenarios
What is an important consideration when determining whether to use deadly force according to this lesson plan?
The current legal standards and department policy
What is the purpose of the laser-equipped firearm in the FATS simulator?
To track recruits' accuracy in shooting scenarios
What is one of the benefits of using the FATS simulator in this lesson plan?
It provides a safe and controlled environment for scenario-based training
What is provided to recruits in addition to the laser-equipped firearm in the FATS simulator?
A simulated pepper spray canister
What is the primary purpose of the computer-generated scenarios in the training program?
To create a sense of realism and surprise for the recruit
What type of critiques will instructors provide to recruits after each scenario?
Thorough, constructive critiques on specific issues and objectives
What is the purpose of the simulated cover (portable wall unit) in the training program?
To encourage the recruit to use cover and concealment effectively
What will instructors identify and address during the critiques after each scenario?
Reckless gunfire and other issues related to the objectives
What is the primary focus of the verbal challenges in the training program?
To make a determination when to draw a weapon based on the verbal challenges
What will recruits be expected to do during the scenarios?
Give commands and orders to subjects and make a determination when to draw a weapon
What is the purpose of the scenarios that involve multiple subjects, including good guys and bad guys?
To teach the recruit how to identify and prioritize threats
What will recruits be responsible for and critiqued on during the training program?
Knowledge of current case law and use of force policies
Study Notes
Firearms Training Simulator
- The Firearms Training Simulator is equipped with simulated pistols, shotguns, and OC spray, allowing recruits to demonstrate skills and receive immediate feedback during scenarios.
Objectives
- Determine whether to use an intermediate weapon or escalate to a firearm based on scenario circumstances.
- Determine the appropriate time to draw a firearm based on the threat presented.
- Determine the appropriate time to fire a weapon or restrain from firing, and whether verbal commands or a verbal challenge should have been given.
- Determine if cover should have been used in response to the scenario.
- Determine if reckless gunfire was a consideration and should have prompted a different course of action.
- Determine if deadly force was justified based on current legal standards and department policy considerations.
Instruction
- Practical application of previously taught material through a variety of scenarios testing each objective's focus.
- Scenarios are designed by FATS providers and programmed into the training simulator, allowing for adjustments to emphasize strong and weak points.
- The computer-based video use of force simulator, FATS, is used for this block of instruction, with role-playing exercises incorporated where appropriate.
- Recruits have access to a laser-equipped firearm and a mace spray canister simulator to increase decision-making processes and realism.
Scenarios
- Scenarios include known risk calls, unknown situations, and surprises to create realistic experiences for law enforcement.
- Some scenarios involve one subject, while others include multiple subjects (good guys and bad guys).
- Scenes are designed to encourage recruits to prematurely drop their guard, illustrating lessons learned.
- Scenarios include opportunities for recruits to determine when to draw and which weapon to draw according to the threat presented.
- Simulated cover (portable wall unit) is available and its use is encouraged.
Evaluation
- Instructors provide thorough, constructive critiques on issues addressed in the objectives immediately following each scenario.
- Recruits are responsible for knowledge and issues addressed by current case law and use of force policies covered in the academy.
This quiz assesses a recruit's decision-making skills in simulated firearms training scenarios, including the use of intermediate weapons. The Firearms Training Simulator is used to demonstrate skills and receive immediate feedback.
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