Ballistic Shield Operator Course (BSOC) - I (LE/DOD/MIL Only)

Ballistic Shield Operator Course (BSOC) - I covers the fundamentals of shield operations. BSOC - I is designed to inform officers, team leaders and commanders about the limitations and capabilities of the shield. This course will equip shield operators with concepts, tactics and techniques learned from real world experience.

Topics covered:

-Ballistic shield nomenclature

-NIJ ballistic ratings

-Capabilities and limitations

-Deployment recommendations and considerations

-Environmental/terrain considerations

-Shield operator selection process

-Stance

-Shield carries

-Weapon carries

-Reloading

-Correcting weapons malfunctions

-High-Low concept

-Movement

-Shield splits

-Mechanical force

There will be NO LIVE FIRE or Force on Force during this course.  Non-lethal training ammunition (NTLA) and/or Airsoft will be utilized against paper targets within the structure to ensure students are grasping the concepts being taught.

The cost of the course will include conversion bolts/pistols and 60 Rounds of NTLA

*If you have your own equipment contact us directly for a discounted price

Equipment list:

-Ballistic shield 

          *Loaner shields will be available for students to use 

-Helmet

-Vest

-Duty belt

-Knee pads

-Gloves

-Eye protection

-Note taking material

-Equipment worn during warrant services, barricades or other high risk operations

Class size: 14 Students max

*IF A STUDENT IS UNABLE TO ATTEND THE COURSE DUE TO AN ILLNESS OR ANY OTHER VALID REASON, A CREDIT WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANOTHER COURSE OF THE SAME VALUE

Students are highly encouraged to bring food and water with them to the course. Small breaks in between each training module will be given to ensure we maximize training time.