Low Light Shooting Instructor Training Program

Law Enforcement Training Solutions

The Low Light Shooting Instructor Training Program (LLSITP) is a 3 day (24 hour) train-the-trainer designed to prepare and certify firearms instructors to deliver a Low Light Shooting course to their agency.  

 Whether you are instructing rookies or veteran officers, if involved in a shots fired incident, it will most likely be in low light conditions.  Between 1983 and 1992, 72% of all assaults and 62% of officers killed nationwide were between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am.  The most dangerous time was between 8:00 pm and 4:00 am.

The purpose of the Low Light Shooting Instructor Training Program is two fold; first, to help firearms instructors develop shooting techniques necessary to become proficient during low light shooting exercises and second, to be able to teach those techniques to your fellow officers in a safe and practical manner.

NOTE: This is not a course for learning how to be a firearms instructor.  It is intended for those who have already completed a Firearms Instructor Course, Methods of Instruction Course, or Use of Force Instructors Course.

Course content includes:

· Low light and its effect on eyesight

· Use of flashlights and weapon mounted lights

· Choosing the best equipment for your needs

· Tactical use of light

· Use of back lighting

· Use of firearm night sights

· Analysis of most common flashlight assisted shooting techniques

· Instructor development

· Training safety

· Use of Low Light Simulator Goggles during training

In order to be certified, the participant must pass a comprehensive written examination, several live fire courses of fire, and demonstrate their ability to run a safe range in low light conditions. The training program consists of classroom and range instruction.

Ammunition required:  400 rounds handgun, 100 rounds shotgun

Equipment required: Eye protection, ear protection, vest, duty weapon with 3 magazines, shotgun, duty belt with holster and magazine pouch, and suitable range attire. No flashlight is necessary, there will be products on-site for use.

This training program exclusively uses products by Streamlight.  Several products will be on-site and available for use and testing by participants. Students will receive a Streamlight Tactical Mounted Light or Handheld Light as part of the course.

No more than 26 students are permitted.  Agencies interested in hosting the program should contact our office regarding specific range requirements.

 

Lead Instructor: Deputy Harry Teare