Law Enforcement Shotgun Training

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What is the primary goal of the lesson plan regarding shotguns in law enforcement?

To emphasize the importance of regular shotgun maintenance

To teach recruits how to handle shotguns safely (correct)

To familiarize recruits with various types of shotguns

To introduce recruits to the Remington 870 and Mossberg shotguns

What is the focus of objective 3 in the lesson plan?

Inspecting and cleaning the shotgun

Identifying shotgun nomenclature

Loading the shotgun in a combat situation

Demonstrating the field disassembly procedure (correct)

What aspect of shotgun operation is emphasized in objective 12?

The five fundamentals of marksmanship (correct)

Proper loading procedures

Combat situation protocols

Shotgun maintenance and cleaning

How many hours are allocated for this lesson plan?

4.0 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of objective 7 in the lesson plan?

To identify types of ammunition and their ballistic characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the date when this lesson plan was prepared?

August 28, 2008 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of checking the chamber and magazine tube during the safety procedure?

To verify the weapon is unloaded and safe Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cartridge interrupter/cartridge stop assembly arms during the inspection process?

To interrupt the cartridge from being loaded Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between pump-action shotguns and semi-automatic shotguns?

Pump-action shotguns operate by a working slide Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a part or item appears to be damaged or extremely worn during the inspection process?

Contact the academy armorer for repair Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the function testing process after re-assembly?

To verify the proper operation of the shotgun Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ejection port in pump-action shotguns?

To eject the fired shell Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the breech block in the shotgun's operational characteristics?

To house the firing pin and bolt assembly Signup and view all the answers

What should the recruit do during the disassembly procedure?

Consult the manufacturer's recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What should be used during the inspection or function test process?

Dummy rounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the action release mechanism in the shotgun's operational characteristics?

To open the action Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate spread of the 00' Buck,.33 caliber at a distance of 1 yard?

1 inch Signup and view all the answers

At what distance will the Rifled Slug, 1 ounce of lead,.72 caliber penetrate most metal objects?

100 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Rifled Slug, 1 ounce of lead,.72 caliber?

To extend the range of the shotgun Signup and view all the answers

In what direction should the muzzle be pointed during the Assembly Area Load procedure?

In a safe direction Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the Assembly Area Load procedure?

Grasp the shotgun with the dominant hand Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct location for the ammunition during the Combat Loading Procedure for a right-handed shooter?

On the left side of the shooter Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct hand position for loading the first round during the Combat Loading Procedure Option #1?

At the base of the fingers with the brass portion resting against the inside of the little finger Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct action to take after loading the first round during the Combat Loading Procedure Option #1?

Close the action and chamber the round Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the Combat Loading Procedure Option #1 and Option #2?

The hand position for loading the first round Signup and view all the answers

Why should the shooter watch the target or problem area during the Combat Loading Procedure?

To maintain situational awareness Signup and view all the answers

When loading a semiautomatic shotgun, what is the correct action to take after inserting the shell into the ejection/load port?

Activate the bolt release to chamber the round Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for unloading a shotgun in the Assembly Area?

Grasp the receiver with the strong hand and depress the action release Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to carry ammunition as a left-handed shooter?

Carry ammunition on the right side Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the cartridge stop in the unloading procedure?

To release shells from the magazine tube one at a time Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for unloading a semiautomatic shotgun in a combat load position?

Open the action by moving the slide to the rear Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for loading a shotshell into the ejection port?

Use a slapping action to force the shell into the open port Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to hold the shotshell when loading a semiautomatic shotgun?

Hold the shell with the brass portion at the heel of the hand Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the bolt release in loading a semiautomatic shotgun?

To load the round into the chamber Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for removing remaining shells from the magazine tube?

Depress the cartridge stop on the right side of the receiver Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct stance when unloading a shotgun in a combat load position?

Hip shooting position with the weapon barrel parallel to the ground Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Shotgun Introduction

The two most common shotguns used by law enforcement agencies in Jefferson and St. Louis Counties are the Remington 870 and the Mossberg shotguns.

Safety Principles

Always treat the weapon as if it is loaded until you have verified that it is safe.
Check the following areas to verify that the weapon is unloaded and safe: Safety on Chamber (Action open), Shell carrier/elevator, Magazine tube.
Use only dummy rounds when performing any inspection or function test.

Nomenclature

The following are the parts of a shotgun:
- Muzzle
- Front sight
- Barrel
- Magazine Cap
- Magazine Tube
- Action Bars
- Chamber
- Ejection/Load Port
- Magazine Loading Port
- Shell Carrier/Elevator
- Breech Block
- Receiver Assembly
- Trigger
- Trigger Guard
- Safety
- Stock
- Fore-end
- Action Release Mechanism

Operational Characteristics

Pump Action Shotguns:
- Operate by a working slide that opens the action, extracts and ejects a fired shell, and cocks the hammer.
- Most pump-action weapons have an ejection port on the right side and a cross bolt safety in the trigger guard.
Semi-automatic Shotguns:
- Do not require any "pumping" action to fire, extract, and feed rounds.
- Delayed blowback and recoil are the two most common operational types of semi-automatic shotguns.

Disassembly, Inspection, and Cleaning Procedure

Follow manufacturer recommendations for the particular make and model of shotgun used.
Check the following during inspection:
- Cartridge interrupter/cartridge stop assembly arms
- Firing pin/bolt assembly (extractor)
- Ejector mechanism
- Action arm/forearm assembly
- Trigger assembly (elevator — carrier assembly)
- Barrel assembly (to include front sight)
- Magazine tube follower/spring assembly
- Magazine tube (damage and tightness)

Function Testing

Follow manufacturer recommendations for the particular make and model of shotgun used.
Check the operation of the safety:
- Place safety to "on" (safe position)
- Close action
- Pull trigger — hammer should not fall
- Place safety in "off" (fire position)
- Pull trigger — hammer should fall

Ammunition

Common shotgun ammunition includes:
- "00" Buck: .33 caliber, penetration of 25 feet, spread of approximately 1 inch per yard, combat range of approximately 15-18 yards
- Rifled Slug: 1 ounce of lead, .72 caliber, penetration of 100 feet, effective range of approximately 75 yards, average marksman

Inspection and Loading Procedure (Assembly Area Load)

Grasp shotgun with dominant hand on the pistol grip area
Point muzzle in safe direction
Open slide, inspect chamber, carrier/elevator, and magazine tube for any live ammunition
Load to maximum capacity into magazine tube
In this loading procedure, the chamber of the weapon remains empty and the weapon is de-cocked

Combat Loading Procedure

Right-Handed Loading Procedure:
- Hold shotgun in the shoulder-fired position with the strong hand
- Muzzle is pointed in direction of problem with barrel parallel to the ground
- Ammunition should be carried on the left side of a right-handed shooter
- Load the first round into the ejection port
- Remaining rounds will be loaded into the loading port
Left-Handed Loading Procedure:
- Hold weapon in dominant hand and load with right hand
- Ammunition should be carried on the right side of a left-handed shooter
- Load the first round into the ejection port
- Remaining rounds will be loaded into the loading port

Unloading the Shotgun

Unload according to manufacturer recommendation and training center policies
Assembly Area Unloading:
- Grasp fore-end with support hand
- Strong hand grasps receiver over trigger guard with index finger depressing action release
- Fore-end is slowly moved rearward to open action
- Remove shells from the magazine tube
Combat Load Unloading:
- Point muzzle in safe direction, keeping weapon barrel parallel to the ground in a hip shooting position
- Slowly open action by moving slide to the rear
- Remove shell from ejection port
- Remaining shells in magazine tube can be removed

Five Fundamentals of Marksmanship

The five fundamentals are:
- Stance
- Grip
- Sighting
- Trigger Action
- Breathing

Malfunctions and Clearance

Identify most common malfunctions:
- Failure to Fire
- Failure to Unlock
- Failure to Extract
- Failure to Eject
- Failure to Feed
- Double Feed
- Failure to Fully Close
Corrective actions for each malfunction are outlined in the text

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Learn about the Remington 870 and Mossberg shotguns, safety principles, and operational characteristics, as used by law enforcement agencies in Jefferson and St. Louis Counties.