Warwickshire Police

Course Title
Firearms Initial Course

Course manager
Firearms operations and training

Who should attend?
Officers who wish to become Authorised Firearms Officers (AFO)

Course entry requirements
Two years service and have successfully completed a AFO assessment centre within two years of course

Venue of course
Various

Duration of course
45 days

Delivery method
Various

Kit/Equipment required
Full tactical equipment.

Additional Information

Aim
To instruct officers in the tactics and weapons used by the FSU as set down in the National Police Firearms training Curriculum

Objectives
By the end of the session the student will be able to:

• Shoot the GLOCK SLP/ MP5 /TASER /AEP launcher and G36 Rifle to the required standard
• Carry out tactics as set down in the NPFTC to the required standard
• Demonstrate an understanding of the procedural and legislative issues around police use of firearms
• Meet the standards as set out in the national ARV officer role profile

Optimum Course Size

8-12