concealed carry weapons (ccw) training program
DESCRIPTION
Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) Training Program. Mike Lee Solutions Long Prairie Gun and Archery Club. Revision Date: August 19 th , 2012. Contents. Introduction / Administration Lesson 1: Strategies for Personal Safety Lesson 2: Threatening Encounters - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
CONCEALED CARRY WEAPONS (CCW)
TRAINING PROGRAM
Mike Lee SolutionsLong Prairie Gun and Archery Club
Revision Date: August 19th, 2012
Contents Introduction / Administration Lesson 1: Strategies for Personal Safety Lesson 2: Threatening Encounters Lesson 3: Aftermath of a Defensive Shooting Lesson 4: Methods of Carry Lesson 5: Principles of Concealed Carry Lesson 6: Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry Overall Summary and Range Preparatory
Instruction
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 2
Introduction / Administration
Instructor Introductions Specific Venue Requirements /
Restrictions Location of Bath Rooms Location of Water Fountains Cell Phones Breaks
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 3
Lesson 1Strategies for Personal Safety
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 4
Lesson 1Learning Objectives
1. Color Code of Mental Awareness 2. The Defensive Mindset 3. Avoiding Confrontation
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 5
CCW Training Program 6
Color Code of Mental Awareness
Condition White (Unaware) – Totally unprepared for attack
Condition Yellow (Aware) – Relaxed alertness
Condition Orange (Alert) – Alert to a specific potential threat
Condition Red (Alarm) – Alert to a specific real threat
Condition Black (Action) – Lethal Force
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 7
Defensive Mindset Willingness to use lethal force in self
defense Determination to never give up Developing a plan Visualization Summary
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 8
Avoiding Confrontation Be Aware Plan Ahead Avoid Dangerous
People Avoid Dangerous
Situations Avoid Dangerous
Places
Avoid Making Yourself a Target
Avoid Having a Pattern
Avoid Antagonizing Others
Don’t Respond to Antagonistic Behavior
Look for Escape Routes
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 9
Lesson 1 Summary Color Code of Mental Awareness Defensive Mindset Avoiding Confrontation
August 19th, 2012
BREAK
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 10
Lesson 2Threatening Encounters
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 11
CCW Training Program 12
Lesson 2Learning Objectives
1. Physiological Reactions to a Threatening Encounter
2. Physiological Reactions to a Life-Threatening Encounter
3. Perceptual Changes during a Threatening Encounter
4. Controlling a Threatening Encounter
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 13
Physiological Reactions to a Threatening Encounter
Freeze Submit Posture Flight Fight
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 14
Physiological Responses to a Life – Threatening Encounter
General Bodily Responses to Imminent Danger: Heart Rate and Respiration Increases Pupil Dilation Muscular Tension Flight Fight
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 15
Physiological Responses to a Life – Threatening Encounter
Adrenalin Rush: Heightens Senses Increased Heart Rate and Respiration Trembling Uncontrollable Shaking
Loss of Fine Motor Skills: Learn and practice Presentation, Shooting,
and Gun Handling Skills that involve gross motor skills only
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 16
Perceptual Changes During a Threatening Encounter
Tunnel Vision Auditory Exclusion Time Dilation Temporary Memory Loss
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 17
Controlling a Threatening Encounter
Keep your Distance Be Wary of Strangers Yell your Commands Holding an Attacker at Gunpoint
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 18
Lesson 2 Summary Physiological Reactions to a Threatening
Encounter Physiological Reactions to a Life –
Threatening Encounter Perceptual Changes during a Threatening
Encounter Controlling a Threatening Encounter
August 19th, 2012
BREAK
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 19
Lesson 3Aftermath of a Defensive Shooting
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 20
CCW Training Program 21
Lesson 3Learning Objectives
1. Emotional Aftermath2. Legal Aftermath3. Social Aftermath
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 22
Emotional Aftermath Elation Revulsion Remorse Self-Doubt Acceptance Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Reducing the Emotional Aftermath:
Counseling Self-Reinforcement
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 23
Legal Aftermath Arrested/Detained Jail CCW Suspended or Revoked Firearms Confiscated Criminal Trial Civil Suit Legal Fees
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 24
Social Aftermath “Trigger – Happy Gun Nut” Targeted by anti – gunners Some people can not stand the thought of
anyone acting in self – defense Co – Workers and neighbors may avoid you,
shun you, or threat you with hostility May impact negatively on job advancement if
superiors dislike or fear guns Superiors and Co – Workers may become
uncomfortable or cause problems because they know you carry a concealed firearm
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 25
Social Aftermath May be prohibited from carrying at work
or bringing firearm on company property Even Gun – Friendly management may be
forced to give in to complaints from gun – hating employees
May get anonymous threatening notes at work
May get crank calls from anti – gunners People may stare at you in stores or on
the streetAugust 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 26
Social Aftermath Shopkeepers you have dealt amicably
with for years may now be cold or standoffish
May be targeted by those who identify with, friends, or relatives of your assailant
Spouse may be socially ostracized Children may have to endure taunts from
classmates or critical comments from teachers at school
Members of your own family may not understand what you had to do
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 27
Lesson 3 Summary Emotional Aftermath Legal Aftermath Social Aftermath
August 19th, 2012
BREAK
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 28
Lesson 4Methods of Carrying a Concealed
Handgun
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 29
CCW Training Program 30
Lesson 4Learning Objectives
1. On Body Carry2. Off Body Carry
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 31
On Body Carry Shoulder Holsters Hip Holsters Cross-draw Holsters Ankle Holsters Small of the Back Holsters Wallet Holsters Pocket Holsters Underwear Holsters Belly Bands Accessories
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 32
Off Body Carry Purses Briefcases Fanny Packs
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 33
Lesson 4 Summary On Body Carry Off Body Carry
August 19th, 2012
BREAK
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 34
Lesson 5Principles of Concealed Carry
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 35
CCW Training Program 36
Lesson 5Learning Objectives
1. Selecting or Modifying a Concealed Carry Gun
2. Selecting Concealment Clothing3. Wearing a Concealment Holster
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 37
Selecting or Modifying a Concealed Carry Gun
Smallest firearm in the largest caliber that can be used effectively
Handgun width is most important parameter
5 shot versus 6 shot cylinders for revolvers Gun Butt dimensions Pistol stocks Gun/Barrel Length De-Horning
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 38
Selecting Concealment Clothing
Wear loose clothing Wear heavy clothing Avoid very light colored clothing Avoid clothing with regular patterns Wear clothing that is appropriate
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 39
Wearing a Concealment Holster
Hip Holsters Shoulder Holsters Cross-draw Holsters Holster Belts Check Yourself In the Mirror Holster Purses and Fanny Packs
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 40
Lesson 5 Summary Selecting or Modifying a Concealed Carry
Gun Selecting Concealment Clothing Wearing a Concealment Holster
August 19th, 2012
BREAK
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 41
Lesson 6Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 42
CCW Training Program 43
Lesson 6Learning Objectives
1. Use of Deadly Force in Self-Defense2. Legal Aftermath of a Defensive Shooting3. Concealed Carry Permits4. Castle Doctrine5. Duty to Retreat6. Warning Shots7. Dealing with Law Enforcement Officers
while carrying a concealed firearm
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 44
Use of Deadly Force in Self Defense
Armed Assailant Disparity of Force “Reasonable Person” Standard Reasonable fear of immediate or otherwise
unavoidable danger of death or serious bodily injury: Ability Opportunity Intent
Legal Aftermath
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 45
Other Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry
Concealed Carry Permits
Restrictions on Concealed Carry
Brandishing Castle Doctrine Duty to Retreat
Warning Shots Power of Arrest Looking for Criminal
Activity Dealing with Law
Enforcement Officers when carrying a concealed firearm
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 46
Legal Q&A
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 47
Lesson 6 Summary Use of Deadly Force in Self Defense Other Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry Legal Q&A
August 19th, 2012
BREAK
August 19th, 2012 CCW Training Program 48
CCW Training Program 49
Classroom Instruction Overall Summary
Lesson 1: Strategies for Personal Safety Lesson 2: Threatening Encounters Lesson 3: Aftermath of a Defensive
Shooting Lesson 4: Methods of Carry Lesson 5: Principles of Concealed Carry Lesson 6: Legal Aspects of Concealed
Carry
August 19th, 2012
CCW Training Program 50
Preparatory Instruction for Range Instruction
Location Date & Time Ear & Eye Protection Belt Holster, Ammunition Carrier, Belt Cover Garment Firearms desired on CCW (Maximum of 3) 50 rounds of ammunition for each firearm
desired on CCW Additional Ammunition for Range Exercises (25 –
50 Rounds) California Drivers License/Identification Card
August 19th, 2012