Before sworn personnel may carry an impact device, they must have satisfactorily passed the basic certification course for that particular device. Additionally, personnel must demonstrate proficiency at least once per year for each device they carry. Proficiency tests shall be conducted by a certified Unit level training instructor for impact weapons and involve both cognitive and manipulative skills.
Personnel who fail to demonstrate proficiency with any impact device shall attend remedial training within ten working days. Remedial training will be conducted by a Unit level training instructor and shall be designed to meet the specific needs of the student.
Unit Commanders shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with the proficiency requirement. This requirement may be met by using Unit level instructors or Field Operations training Unit instructors.