Patrol Rifle – Instructor Level
Description:
This course is designed to teach the basics of the urban rifle at an instructor level. The officer will be instructed in the basic care of the rifle. The officer at the completion of this course will be able to effectively and efficiently manipulate a rifle in a law enforcement/tactical encounter. A certificate of completion will be issued for this course; however, there is no instructor certification for this course.
Areas of Emphasis:
- Safety rules/Range etiquette
- General principle of tactical shooting
- Primary concepts of the patrol rifle
Due to the high demand for this course, agencies will be limited to (2) officers per session. In the event that the class does not completely fill, agencies may be allowed to register additional officers.
Student Notes:
A letter confirming the officer’s position in the class will be sent to the department’s training supervisor.
Officers attending the Patrol Rifle Instructor course must come with the following equipment and ammunition:
- Fully functioning and zeroed rifle with iron sights and sling
- Handgun, duty belt, etc.
- 3 magazines for rifle/magazine pouches
- Eye, ear protection and hat required
- Knee and elbow pads
- Ballistic vest
- 1500 rounds rifle ammunition
- 200 rounds handgun ammunition
- Shooting mat or rug
- Water, sunscreen and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Optional Items:
- Bi-pod
- Rifle optic
- Rain gear
- Sunglasses and other items
- Binoculars or scope
Dress code for attending POST classes is a neat, clean, and professional appearance. Slacks, shirts with collars, and/ or department uniform can be worn (not required on the ranges) No shorts, open toed shoes, sweats, tank tops, or t-shirts are permitted.
This course is limited to 30 students, with a minimum of 15 to hold the class.
To apply for the course, candidates should have Agency Administrator or Training Coordinator register them for the training through the POST Portal at www.post.utah.gov
If you do not have a POST Portal Account- please send an email with your full name and agency to: support@utahpost.org
| Course Dates | Location | Time | Status |
| TBA | Pending |
Note: Many POST in-service classes are scheduled according to demand. If you would like to attend a class, but no dates are scheduled, please send us a message at: support@utahpost.org