Ballistic shields for patrol
For many years, the use of ballistic shields in law enforcement was restricted to SWAT and drug teams. However, many have recognized the need to have ballistic shields available for […] Read More
Todd Fletcher is a retired sergeant from central Oregon with over 30 years of law enforcement experience. He presents firearms training, instructor certification and instructor development classes nationwide. Todd has presented at multiple regional, national and international conferences, including multiple ILEETA conferences and IALEFI events. He owns Combative Firearms Training, LLC, providing firearms training, handgun and patrol rifle instructor certification, and instructor development classes to law enforcement, military and private security. He can be contacted at Todd@CombativeFirearms.com.
For many years, the use of ballistic shields in law enforcement was restricted to SWAT and drug teams. However, many have recognized the need to have ballistic shields available for […] Read More
Law enforcement training programs have reached a crossroads. Over the past two years, training budgets have been slashed to the point where officers receive the least amount of training required […] Read More
Conducting in-service training is the single most difficult task for any instructor. Not only will they be judged on the class material and presentation like any other instructor, but they […] Read More
It’s time to go to the range for some firearms training. When you get there, you get everything loaded, set up your choice of targets, and throw on your eye […] Read More
“Make ready.” “Are you ready?” “Stand by …” Beep! When I hear these words, my heart beats faster, my respiratory rate increases and the adrenaline starts to flow. Anyone who […] Read More
There has been a disturbing trend in law enforcement firearms training: Many departments are spending more time and resources on scenario-based training and less time on the range. Whether you […] Read More

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