Marksmanship Team

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What is primarily the responsibility of the officers assigned to the OPD Marksmanship Team?

Funding their transportation and lodging expenses

Providing training to new recruits

Acquisition of weapons, ammunition, and related equipment (correct)

Conducting the tryouts for new team members

When are the open competition tryouts for the Marksmanship Team held?

During the last quarter of each year

Biannually on specific dates

They are held whenever requested by officers

Once every year in the first quarter (correct)

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the tryouts for the Marksmanship Team?

Scores will be combined and notified to each candidate.

Special Duty is authorized during tryouts. (correct)

Only predetermined courses of fire will be conducted.

Candidates must use their own equipment and ammunition.

Who is responsible for determining the number, dates, and times of the tryouts?

The Firearms Training Sergeant Signup and view all the answers

What type of gear may OPD Marksmanship Team members request vouchers for?

Team-related items and marksmanship kits Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an aspect of the Marksmanship Team's policy regarding expenses?

Members must pay for all their expenses incurred. Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as a 'Firearm Marksmanship Match'?

A contest of skill in using one or various firearms Signup and view all the answers

How will candidates be informed of their tryout scores?

Each candidate will receive direct notification of their scores Signup and view all the answers

Who has the final say regarding the membership of the Marksmanship Team?

The Executive Command Staff Signup and view all the answers

How many members will the OPD Marksmanship Team have in total?

14 members Signup and view all the answers

How many days of Special Duty may be approved for Marksmanship Team members each year?

Four days Signup and view all the answers

During which timeframe does the Marksmanship Team year run?

March 1 to February 28 Signup and view all the answers

What must be obtained for OPD Team members to represent the OPD at Firearm Marksmanship Matches?

Approval from the Firearms Training Sergeant Signup and view all the answers

Marksmanship Team members may attend non-approved matches but what is not allowed?

To wear OPD uniforms Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of female members on the OPD Marksmanship Team?

Seven members Signup and view all the answers

Who has discretion to approve or deny Special Duty requests?

The respective Deputy Chief or their designee Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Omaha Police Department (OPD) Marksmanship Team Policy

OPD authorizes a marksmanship team to represent the city at firearm matches across the US
Team members are responsible for their own expenses (travel, lodging, meals, etc.)
Team membership is voluntary

Firearm Marksmanship Match Definitions

A contest of skill using firearms in a sporting event
Marksmanship kit includes necessary equipment for matches

Marksmanship Team Procedure

Equipment

OPD officers on the team acquire weapons, ammunition, and related equipment for competitions
OPD uniform vouchers may be issued for team gear and marksmanship kits for active members
Voucher requests go through the chain of command

Selection of Team Members

Tryouts occur during the first quarter of each year
Tryouts take place at the OPD Public Safety Training Center at designated times
Multiple dates/times are available in order to accommodate officer schedules
Applicants are graded on a predefined course of fire using their own equipment
Scores are combined and candidates are notified individually
A minimum of 7 team members will be male and 7 female
An adjustment is made if fewer people than the target number apply for one gender
A Personnel Order will document selected members' inclusion.

Firearm Marksmanship Match Schedules and Attendance

Matches must be approved by the Firearms Training Sergeant
A list of approved matches, types, locations/dates is created during the first quarter
Special Duty to attend approved matches may require approval via chain of command
There is a limit on Special Duty days for Team members, and alternates, (maximum four 8-hour shifts per year)
The Team year starts March 1st and ends February of the following year
Members may attend non-approved matches, but cannot wear OPD uniforms or use OPD equipment during non-approved events

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Description

This quiz covers the policies and procedures of the Omaha Police Department's Marksmanship Team. It includes guidelines on team membership, equipment requirements, and selection processes for officers interested in competing in firearm matches. Test your knowledge on the OPD's marksmanship operations.