Unit Order #24 - Rifle Familiarization and Range Order

It is the policy of the Crescenta Valley Station that on-duty personnel who are currently certified in the use of the AR-15 and M-4 rifles, may use the Angeles Forest Shooting Range for weapon familiarization every trimester prior to their annual Departmental re-certification at the Pitchess Detention Center, All Purpose Range. 

The trimester weapon familiarization would enhance shootings skills, instill personal confidence and promote sound decision making during critical situations.  All Department policies and procedures for the AR-15 and M-4 shall be in effect for certified personnel who wish to participate in the training.  Refer to MMP 5-09/170.00 thru 5-09/170.30

GUIDELINES

1.         All certified personnel who participate in the training must first seek the approval of the watch sergeant and field supervisor.  The watch commander will then be notified and include the range training on the daily Watch Commander’s Shift Summary Report.

2.         The station armorer shall be notified for ammunition procurement.

3.         Deputy personnel participating in the training shall document the deployment of the AR-15 or M-4 on their Deputy Daily Work Sheet and on the AR-15 Deployment Form located in the station armory. 
**This includes documenting the weapon number (See Attachment A).

4.         Deputy personnel participating in the training shall make a notification to the watch deputy.

5.         The Field Supervisor shall be present during the entire training session.

6.         The training session shall not extend beyond 1-hour in duration.

7.         At the conclusion of the training, deputy personnel shall immediately clean and inspect the AR-15 prior to securing it in the station armory.

It is incumbent upon all certified AR-15 and M-4 personnel to strictly adhere to all the guidelines as mandated by the Manual of Policies and Procedures.