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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
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Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) Training Program Mike Lee Solutions Long 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 CCW Training Program
Introduction / Administration • Instructor Introductions • Specific Venue Requirements / Restrictions • Location of Bath Rooms • Location of Water Fountains • Cell Phones • Breaks CCW Training Program
Lesson 1Strategies for Personal Safety CCW Training Program
Lesson 1Learning Objectives • 1. Color Code of Mental Awareness • 2. The Defensive Mindset • 3. Avoiding Confrontation CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Defensive Mindset • Willingness to use lethal force in self defense • Determination to never give up • Developing a plan • Visualization • Summary CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Lesson 1 Summary • Color Code of Mental Awareness • Defensive Mindset • Avoiding Confrontation CCW Training Program
BREAK CCW Training Program
Lesson 2Threatening Encounters CCW Training Program
Lesson 2Learning Objectives • Physiological Reactions to a Threatening Encounter • Physiological Reactions to a Life-Threatening Encounter • Perceptual Changes during a Threatening Encounter • Controlling a Threatening Encounter CCW Training Program
Physiological Reactions to a Threatening Encounter • Freeze • Submit • Posture • Flight • Fight CCW Training Program
Physiological Responses to a Life – Threatening Encounter • General Bodily Responses to Imminent Danger: • Heart Rate and Respiration Increases • Pupil Dilation • Muscular Tension • Flight • Fight CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Perceptual Changes During a Threatening Encounter • Tunnel Vision • Auditory Exclusion • Time Dilation • Temporary Memory Loss CCW Training Program
Controlling a Threatening Encounter • Keep your Distance • Be Wary of Strangers • Yell your Commands • Holding an Attacker at Gunpoint CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
BREAK CCW Training Program
Lesson 3Aftermath of a Defensive Shooting CCW Training Program
Lesson 3Learning Objectives • Emotional Aftermath • Legal Aftermath • Social Aftermath CCW Training Program
Emotional Aftermath • Elation • Revulsion • Remorse • Self-Doubt • Acceptance • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • Reducing the Emotional Aftermath: • Counseling • Self-Reinforcement CCW Training Program
Legal Aftermath • Arrested/Detained • Jail • CCW Suspended or Revoked • Firearms Confiscated • Criminal Trial • Civil Suit • Legal Fees CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
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 street CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Lesson 3 Summary • Emotional Aftermath • Legal Aftermath • Social Aftermath CCW Training Program
BREAK CCW Training Program
Lesson 4Methods of Carrying a Concealed Handgun CCW Training Program
Lesson 4Learning Objectives • On Body Carry • Off Body Carry CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Off Body Carry • Purses • Briefcases • Fanny Packs CCW Training Program
Lesson 4 Summary • On Body Carry • Off Body Carry CCW Training Program
BREAK CCW Training Program
Lesson 5Principles of Concealed Carry CCW Training Program
Lesson 5Learning Objectives • Selecting or Modifying a Concealed Carry Gun • Selecting Concealment Clothing • Wearing a Concealment Holster CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Selecting Concealment Clothing • Wear loose clothing • Wear heavy clothing • Avoid very light colored clothing • Avoid clothing with regular patterns • Wear clothing that is appropriate CCW Training Program
Wearing a Concealment Holster • Hip Holsters • Shoulder Holsters • Cross-draw Holsters • Holster Belts • Check Yourself In the Mirror • Holster Purses and Fanny Packs CCW Training Program
Lesson 5 Summary • Selecting or Modifying a Concealed Carry Gun • Selecting Concealment Clothing • Wearing a Concealment Holster CCW Training Program
BREAK CCW Training Program
Lesson 6Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry CCW Training Program
Lesson 6Learning Objectives • Use of Deadly Force in Self-Defense • Legal Aftermath of a Defensive Shooting • Concealed Carry Permits • Castle Doctrine • Duty to Retreat • Warning Shots • Dealing with Law Enforcement Officers while carrying a concealed firearm CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
Legal Q&A CCW Training Program
Lesson 6 Summary • Use of Deadly Force in Self Defense • Other Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry • Legal Q&A CCW Training Program
BREAK CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program
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 CCW Training Program