Basic Training Academy
Armorer Policy
Effective: September 19, 2012
MOTION 1209.07: Motion made by Commissioner Yarnell that a CFI and MI cannot armor weapons during any commission training event. Commissioner Schlechter seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous voice vote.
Late Arrival Policy
Effective: January 26, 2010
Beginning in 2010, the Commission is instituting a uniform tardiness standard to address students who are at the to Basic or In-Service trainings. The standard is: As long as administrative functions (i.e. enrollment, sign-in, etc.) are still ongoing, students will be able to show up and attend a class. However, once the actual course instruction/lecture has begun, students arriving late will be turned away. These administrative functions vary in length and should by no means be viewed as an excuse not to be on time.
Attendance Policy
Effective: December 1, 2011
Beginning in 2012, the Commission is instituting a uniform attendance standard. The standard is: in order to receive credit for a basic training or in-service class, officers must be present for the entire course of instruction including all practical exercises of live fire drills.
Leaving early for any reason and thereby not participating in the entire curriculum will result in no credit for that class. Early departures will be noted by the class lead instructor and brought to the attention of commission staff.
ADA Essential Eligibility Requirements
Approved in Motion 1003.03
Essential Eligibility Requirements: Range
1. During training and qualification use an approved handgun safely by loading, holstering, drawing, firing, unloading, and maintaining the firearm.
2. Stand, kneel, or sit continuously for an extended period of time that may exceed one or more hours (e.g. firing weapon from standing or kneeling position, sitting during classroom training).
3. Walk up/down stairs and steps to access the range.
4. Read, understand, and comply with range-related rules, regulations, and policy and procedures.
5. Under various environmental conditions, wear body armor for an extended period of time that may exceed one or more hours.
6. Under various environmental conditions, walk continuously for extended periods of time, including distances of 50 yards at one time (e.g. walk to end of range and back, walk to and from various ranges.)
7. Without assistance kneel and stand up.
8. Receive verbal range instructions and understand and comply with them.
9. See and identify targets from 25 yards.
10. Withstand a variety of environmental conditions and stress levels (e.g. qualifying within a certain amount of time, firing weapon in hot or rainy conditions).
11. Bend and/or reach to pick up dropped articles.
Essential Eligibility Requirements: Classroom
1. Read and comprehend written classroom materials such as handouts, tests, and/or PowerPoint slides.
2. Sit/remain attentive for an extended period of time, which may exceed one or more hours.
3. Learn and understand basic principles and techniques of firearms training.
4. Talk and/or hear. (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Attorney requests for In-house Legal Training
If you plan to run an in-house basic, and are requesting a PBPP attorney to conduct the legal portion of your training, you will need a minimum of five officers enrolled in your training event.
Weapon Changing Procedures
I. Definitions
Duty Weapon: The weapon an officer qualifies with and carries while on duty.
II. Purpose
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that officers who change weapons are properly qualified.
III. Procedures
A. Any change in an officer's duty firearms involving: a different manufacturer, a different model from the same manufacturer, or a change in firearm caliber:
1. Officers must successfully complete a Commission qualification course of fire if they change their duty weapon.2. Qualification must occur prior to the officer carrying the weapon on duty.
3. Weapon change information must be recorded in FCTMS along with qualification results.
Weapon Changing Procedures
Approved in Motion 1003.02
I. Definitions
Break in service: The time period between the date an officer, who is qualified to carry a firearm, terminates his/her employment for any reason and is subsequently rehired by the same or another armed county probation and parole office.
II. Purpose
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that officers with a break in service are properly trained by the FETC.
III. Procedures
A. Break in service training requirements:
1. 0-12 months:
a. No additional training required.
b. Officer must resubmit fingerprints as per Act 158.
2. 13-24 months:
a. The officer must complete all current Course 1 written tests and successfully requalify on the Commission's qualification course of fire.
b. Officer must resubmit fingerprints as per Act 158.
3. 25 months or more:
a. The officer must meet the requirements of a new hire as set forth in § 79.11 - § 79.15.
B. Waivers
1. Waivers for requirements in paragraph A (above) may be granted by the FETC on a case by case basis.
2. Requests for waivers must be submitted in writing to the FETC. The officer is not authorized to carry until a decision is made by the FETC.