Basic Course Module II Academy
EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 3
POLICING IN THE COMMUNITY
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to know that their role in the community is to work in partnership with community
members to resolve or reduce problems for the benefit of those who live and work there.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
L. Identify the components that comprise communities
N. Identify resources which provide opportunities to educate and learn from the community,
including:
1. Community forums
2. Community advisory groups
O. Recognize a peace officer’s role in influencing community attitudes
P. Discuss government expectations of law enforcement and peace officers
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to understand that community partnerships provide opportunities to effect greater
change than could be accomplished by any one group alone.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
D. Identify the essential partnering skills, including:
1. Leadership
2. Communication
3. Facilitation
4. Community mobilization
J. Discuss the communication techniques that can be used for obtaining voluntary compliance
K. Define facilitation
L. Discuss the components of the facilitation process, including:
1. Being familiar with the issues
2. Establishing meeting guidelines
3. Stating meeting purpose, scope, and need
4. Stating and clarifying objectives
5. Prioritizing competing problems and issues
6. Identifying potential solutions
M. Apply facilitation techniques reflecting professional behavior, including:
1. Maintaining the focus on the issues and stimulating discussion
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2. Displaying interest in the issues
3. Leading the group toward problem resolution
4. Helping participants learn from the problem solving experience
5. Dealing calmly and respectfully with unexpected incidents
6. Maintaining objectivity
N. Give examples of obstacles that officers may encounter when developing community
partnerships
O. Define community mobilization
P. Discuss the elements of the community mobilization process, including:
1. Getting people involved
2. Identifying community resources (skills)
3. Calling for action
4. Educating the public
5. Taking responsibilities for public safety and quality of life
6. Sustaining effort
Q. Discuss community mobilization methods
R. Discuss the benefits of maintaining a positive relationship with the news media
S. Discuss the components of a community inventory, including:
1. Partners
2. Stakeholders
3. Community collaboration
T. Define homeland security
U. Identify the benefits of integrating community mobilization and homeland security
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to recognize that effective problem solving is a process that identifies and addresses
the underlying conditions of crime and disorder in the community.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Define the term “problem”
B. Identify the elements of the crime triangle, including:
1. Victim
2. Offender
3. Location
C. Discuss the Broken Windows Theory
D. Define problem solving
E. Distinguish between Problem Oriented Policing (POP) and Community Policing (CP)
H. Define crime prevention
I. Identify crime prevention strategies
J. Give examples of crime risk factors
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K. Identify methods for recognizing crime problems
L. Define Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
M. Identify the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
N. Discuss crime prevention programs within the community
IV. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing
(December 2005) or other comparable sources. At a minimum, each activity must address how
peace officers, agencies and communities benefit from community policing.
C. The student will participate in a role-playing learning activity that simulates a public problem-
solving meeting with conflicting positions about a local issue. The activity shall focus on and
generate discussion, during and after the activity, based upon the following:
D. The student will participate in learning activity depicting a situation in which the subject is
initially noncompliant with verbal instructions to produce identification. The student will
demonstrate the communication skills to resolve the conflict including:
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __12__
Agency Specific Hours ______
Total Instructional Hours ___12___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 5
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL LAW
V. REQUIRED TESTS
I. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours ______
Agency Specific Hours ______
Total Instructional Hours ______
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 6
PROPERTY CRIMES
I. LEARNING NEED
Arrest depends on the development of probable cause. Successful prosecution depends on the collection
of admissible evidence. Peace officers need to know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to
theft, and to correctly classify these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Theft
2. Vehicle theft
3. Defrauding an innkeeper
4. Burglary
5. Shoplifting
6. Possession of burglary tools
7. Possession of or receiving personal property with altered serial numbers or identification
marks
8. Receiving stolen property
9. Forgery
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
C. Describe appropriate peace officer actions when taking a report of burglary or other similar
property crimes
D. Describe information that should be obtained when interviewing the victim(s) of or witness(es)
to a burglary
II. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to arson, and to correctly classify these crimes as
misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Arson
2. Unlawfully causing a fire
3. Possession of a flammable or combustible material
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
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III. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to trespassing, and to correctly classify these
crimes as misdemeanors.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor
IV. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to other types of property crimes, and to correctly
classify these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for vandalism
B. Recognize what constitutes unlawful conduct in a landlord/tenant dispute
C. Recognize what constitutes a lawful repossession
D. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
V. REQUIRED TESTS
E. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
VI. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in a learning activity regarding the actions which should be taken
during a preliminary investigation of a property crime which includes the specific elements of
burglary and grand theft. The discussion shall address:
VII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on property crime.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __6___
Agency Specific Hours ______
Total Instructional Hours ___6___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 7
CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS/DEATH INVESTIGATION
I. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to injury, and to correctly categorize these crimes
as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
II. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depend on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to kidnapping, and to correctly categorize these
crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
III. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depend on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for robbery, and to correctly categorize these crimes as
misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Robbery
2. Carjacking
B. Recognize the crime classification as a felony
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IV. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depend on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to homicide, and to correctly categorize these
crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for murder
B. Recognize the crime elements, and classification for manslaughter crimes
V. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers who are first to arrive at a scene involving a death must be aware of their responsibilities
to assess the situation, and take an appropriate course of action based on their preliminary investigation.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Identify information that should be obtained and documented when conducting an investigation
involving the death of a child
B. Identify indicators that a child’s death may be due to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
C. Identify appropriate actions for responding officers interacting with parents or care givers
involved in a SIDS Incident
VI. REQUIRED TESTS
E. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
VII. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in a learning activity regarding the actions which should be taken
during a preliminary investigation of any crimes against persons, which includes a felonious
assault on a victim(s). The activity shall address:
B. The student will participate in a learning activity that identifies actions to be taken during a
preliminary investigation of a SIDS death. The learning activity addresses:
C. The student will participate in a learning activity to identify the types of information and
community resources that may assist SIDS survivors. At a minimum, the activity must require
the student to explain:
1. SIDS facts to involved parties, as appropriate
2. Required investigative tasks and need for a complete investigation
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3. Availability of local and regional SIDS survivor support groups
4. How to make a referral to the county public health nurse
5. Which State agencies are responsible for SIDS education, SIDS survivor counseling and
support
6. How to notify county coroner’s officer/medical examiner’s office
D. The student will participate in a facilitated learning activity identifying actions to be taken during
a death investigation. The learning activity must address:
1. Initial actions
2. Sources of information
3. Establishing the elements of the crime
4. Physical evidence considerations
VIII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on crimes against persons.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __6__
Agency Specific Hours ______
Total Instructional Hours ___6___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 8
GENERAL CRIMINAL STATUTES
I. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to disorderly conduct, and to correctly categorize
these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Lewd conduct
2. Invasion of privacy
3. Prostitution
4. Loitering about a public toilet
5. Public intoxication
B. Recognize the crime classifications as a misdemeanor or felony
II. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers need to
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to public nuisance, and to correctly categorize
these crimes as misdemeanors.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Disturbing the peace
2. Obstruction of a public way
3. Prowling and peeping
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor
III. REQUIRED TESTS
E. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
IV. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on general criminal statutes.
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Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __2___
Agency Specific Hours ______
Total Instructional Hours __2____
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 15
LAWS OF ARREST
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that a temporary detention is an assertion of authority that is less than an
arrest but more substantial than a consensual encounter.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Differentiate between a detention and a consensual encounter
C. Recognize appropriate peace officer actions during a detention
E. Recognize conditions where the use of force or physical restraint is appropriate during a
detention
IV. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must know and comply with the statutory rules of arrest in order to properly exercise their
authority and responsibility, while avoiding potential liability when making arrests.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize when there is probable cause to arrest
B. Identify elements of a lawful arrest
C. Differentiate between arrest and detention
V. LEARNING NEED
When conducting a custodial interrogation, peace officers must follow Miranda procedures to ensure
that any answers obtained will be admissible in court.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Identify the purpose of the Miranda warnings
B. Recognize when Miranda warnings must be given
C. Identify the proper administration of Miranda warnings
D. Recognize the impact of invoking:
E. Recognize the types of Miranda waivers
F. Recognize the exceptions to the Miranda rule
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VI. LEARNING NEED
To develop admissible evidence while ensuring the constitutional rights of all individuals, peace officers
must correctly follow standardized practices for conducting crime scene interviews and interrogations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Differentiate between an interview and interrogation
B. Identify the purpose of an interrogation
C. Differentiate between an admission and confession
D. Identify the conditions in which a confession or admission may be inadmissible in court.
VII. REQUIRED TESTS
E. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
VIII. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing
(December 2005) or other comparable sources regarding laws of arrest. At a minimum, each
activity or combination of activities, must address the following topics:
1. Use of analysis in the development of probable cause for consensual encounters,
detentions and arrests
2. Role of peace officer discretion in using arrest as a tool of enforcement to resolve
problems and focus on quality of life issues
3. Officer accountability and responsibility as it relates to laws of arrest
4. How a peace officer’s conduct and attitude affects the officer, officer’s agency and the
community
B. The student will participate in a learning activity addressing interviews or interrogations. The
discussion must minimally address the following issues:
1. Mechanics of the interview process
2. Location and physical environment
3. Interviewer’s actions and style
4. Types of questions
IX. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on laws of arrest.
Description Hours
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POST Minimum Required Hours __7___
Agency Specific Hours ___0___
Total Instructional Hours ___7___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 16
SEARCH AND SEIZURE
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must have a clear understanding of their authority, responsibility, and potential for
liability in the areas of search and seizure law, as well as the protections provided by constitutional law,
statutory law, and case law against unreasonable searches and seizures.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
E. Recognize how the exclusionary rule applies to a peace officer’s collection of evidence
II. LEARNING NEED
To search for and seize evidence legally, peace officers must know the rules and requirements for
obtaining and executing a search warrant.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize how probable cause serves as a basis for obtaining a search warrant
B. Recognize the necessary conditions for securing an area pending the issuance of a search warrant
C. Identify the time limitations for serving a search warrant
D. Recognize the elements for compliance with the knock and notice requirements when serving a
search warrant
E. Recognize the application of the Nexus Rule while conducting an authorized search
III. LEARNING NEED
When certain conditions are met, officers may lawfully search and seize evidence without a search
warrant. For evidence to be admissible at trial, officers must have a clear understanding of the legal
requirements for warrantless searches.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize why a plain view seizure does not constitute a search
B. Recognize the legal requirements for seizure of items in plain view
VI. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must be aware of the due process rights that protect against impermissible suggestiveness
when conducting any procedure involving a subject’s identification.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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A. Identify the importance of a peace officer’s neutral role during an identification procedure
B. Identify officer actions before, during, and after an identification procedure to prevent
impermissible law enforcement suggestiveness when conducting a:
VII. REQUIRED TESTS
I. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
VIII. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing or
other comparable sources regarding search & seizure. At a minimum, each activity, or
combination of activities must address the following topics:
1. Examples of resources within a community that may help an officer establish probable
cause to obtain a search warrant
2. Fairness, trustworthiness and respect as it relates to duties performed by an officer during
searches and seizures
3. Ability to balance officer safety with the protection of individual rights and the
preservation of property
4. Legal and agency policy issues
IX. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on search and seizure.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __8___
Agency Specific Hours __0____
Total Instructional Hours ___8___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 17
PRESENTATION OF EVIDENCE
III. LEARNING NEED
For a peace officer’s testimony to be given serious consideration by the court, it is essential that officers
present themselves as professional, credible, and reliable witnesses.
A. Identify a peace officer’s responsibilities regarding pretrial preparation
B. Identify aspects of a case that peace officers should review prior to giving testimony
C. Identify factors related to a peace officer’s personal appearance that can influence how an
officer’s testimony is received by the court
D. Identify appropriate peace officer responses while testifying as a witness
E. Identify appropriate responses when a peace officer is unsure of or does not know the answer to
a question asked by an attorney
F. Identify appropriate responses when asked to give an opinion while testifying
G. Recognize the importance of being a truthful peace officer while testifying in court
V. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in a simulated criminal trial by either providing testimony or
critiquing testimony provided by another person. The simulation shall incorporate a variety of
questioning styles that peace officers are likely to encounter on the witness stand, including:
1. Badgering/belligerent
2. Offensive
3. Friendly
4. Condescending
5. Hearsay questions and testimony at a preliminary hearing
VI. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on presentation of evidence.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __4___
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Agency Specific Hours __0___
Total Instructional Hours __4___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 18
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT WRITING
I. LEARNING NEED
A peace officer’s ability to clearly document the facts and activities of an investigation not only reflects
on the officer’s own professionalism, but also on the ability of the justice system to prosecute the
criminal case.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain the legal basis for requiring investigative reports
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that the information gathered during their initial investigation in the field
will become the foundation for their investigative reports.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Discuss the importance of taking notes in preparation for writing reports
B. Apply appropriate actions for taking notes during a field interview
C. Distinguish between:
1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Conclusion
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize in order for an investigative report to be of use in the judicial process, the
report must be well organized, and include facts needed to establish that a crime has been committed and
all actions taken by officers were appropriate.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Summarize the primary questions that must be answered by an investigative report
B. Identify the fundamental content elements in investigative reports, including:
1. Initial information
2. Identification of the crime
3. Identification of involved parties
4. Victim/witness statements
5. Crime scene specifics
6. Property information
7. Officer actions
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IV. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that an effective report must exhibit the writer’s command of the language
and be relatively free of errors in sentence structure, grammar, and other writing mechanics.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Apply guidelines for recommended grammar used in investigative reports, including use of:
1. Proper nouns
2. First person pronouns
3. Third person pronouns
4. Past tense
5. Active voice
B. Organize information within a paragraph for clarity and proper emphasis
C. Select language that will clearly convey information to the reader of the investigative report
D. Distinguish between commonly used words that sound alike but have different meanings
E. Proofread for content and mechanical errors, including:
1. Spelling
2. Punctuation
3. Grammar
4. Word choice
5. Syntax
VI. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
B. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing or
other comparable sources regarding investigative report writing. At a minimum, each activity, or
combination of activities must address the following topics:
1. Written communication as an expression of integrity, reliability, fairness and credibility
2. Effective reports as a demonstration of an officer’s character, decision making, and
courage
3. Potential stakeholders that may be positively or adversely affected by a well-written
report (e.g., victims, suspects, courts, witnesses)
4. Consequences of an ineffective/inaccurate report to the officer, officer’s agency, policing
profession and the community
VII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on investigative report
writing.
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Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __20__
Agency Specific Hours ___0__
Total Instructional Hours ___20_
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 20
USE OF FORCE
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that they have a range of force options available to them. However, in all
cases the use of force must be reasonable compared to the threat, resistance, and other circumstances
known to the officer at the time the force was used.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Define the term “force option”
B. Identify that the objective of using force is to overcome resistance to gain control of an
individual and the situation
C. Recognize force options and the amount of force peace officers may use based on the subject’s
resistance
D. Explain the importance of training and ongoing practice when responding to potentially
dangerous situations that may require the use of force
E. Discuss the importance of effective communication when using force
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must fully comprehend their authority, responsibility, and liability regarding the use of
deadly force as authorized by law.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Identify the legal standard for the use of deadly force
B. Identify the factors required to establish sufficiency of fear for the use of deadly force
C. Recognize facts an officer should consider when determining whether or not to use deadly force
D. Discuss the role of agency policies regarding the use of deadly force
E. Recognize the law regarding justifiable homicide by a public officer and the circumstances under
which the homicide is considered justifiable
IV. LEARNING NEED
When a force option has been employed, peace officers’ reports must include the critical information to
ensure that the chronology, specifics of the events, and the people involved are properly documented.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Describe why complete documentation of the use of force is critical to the peace officer and the
peace officer’s agency, to include:
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1. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must be ready to, and capable of, safely taking control of a dangerous situation.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Discuss factors that can affect a peace officer’s response when threatened with danger, to
include:
1. Fear
2. Anger
3. Indecision and hesitation
B. Give examples of acceptable techniques for managing anger
C. Describe the benefits of ongoing physical and mental training for peace officers involving the
use of force
V. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize the consequences of using unreasonable force, and their legal and ethical
responsibilities to intervene if the force being used by another peace officer is inappropriate or unlawful.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain the legal and administrative consequences associated with the use of unreasonable force
B. Explain an agency’s potential liability associated with the use of unreasonable force
C. Explain the consequences of an officer’s failure to intervene when unreasonable force is used by
another peace officer
D. Discuss immediate and delayed intervention techniques
E. Discuss factors that may inhibit a peace officer from intervening in a situation where a fellow
officer may be applying unreasonable force
VI. REQUIRED TESTS
I. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
VII. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing
(December 2005) or other comparable sources regarding use of force. At a minimum, each
activity, or combination of activities must address the following topics:
1. Exercise of leadership in the application of reasonable force
2. Impact of ethical decision-making on the selection of appropriate force options
3. Evaluation of the effectiveness of force option choices
4. Consequences for the use of unreasonable force on the officer, community perception and
public trust
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IX. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on use of force.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __5___
Agency Specific Hours __0___
Total Instructional Hours __5____
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 21
PATROL TECHNIQUES
I. LEARNING NEED
To safely and effectively fulfill their duties of public protection and service, peace officers must be able
to develop appropriate law enforcement patrol strategies under a wide variety of circumstances and
conditions.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Discuss patrol strategies officers may employ to provide protection and service within their
assigned areas of patrol, to include:
1. Preventative
2. Directed enforcement
B. Discuss considerations for selecting a patrol strategy
C. Select appropriate actions for peace officers who are conducting security checks
D. Distinguish between the roles and responsibilities of contact and cover officers
E. Select appropriate actions officers should take to maintain their own safety and the safety of
others while on patrol
II. LEARNING NEED
To maintain flexibility and effectiveness, peace officers need to know the basic tactics and procedures of
patrol.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Describe patrol officer responsibilities when preparing for each patrol assignment, to include:
1. Checking all personal equipment
2. Acquiring any necessary information and materials/supplies
3. Inspecting each piece of equipment issued at beginning of shift
4. Mental preparation
B. Discuss tactical considerations and guidelines for patrolling effectively:
C. Demonstrate proper procedures for transmitting and receiving a radio communication
D. Discuss information an officer should include when generating a crime broadcast
E. Demonstrate safe and effective tactics for approaching and detaining a pedestrian subject
F. Select appropriate actions when encountering a plainclothes/undercover officer while on patrol
G. Discuss safe and effective tactics for initiating a foot pursuit of a fleeing subject
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V. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on patrol techniques.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __6___
Agency Specific Hours __0___
Total Instructional Hours __6___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 22
VEHICLE PULLOVERS
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize the inherent risks involved when conducting a vehicle pullover in order to
take the appropriate precautions necessary to ensure their own safety as well as the safety of others.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Describe the three basic categories of vehicle pullovers, to include:
1. Traffic enforcement pullover
2. Investigative pullover
3. High-risk pullover
B. Describe the inherent risks to officer safety that are associated with conducting a vehicle pullover
C. Demonstrate appropriate actions officers can take to maintain their own safety and the safety of
others while conducting a vehicle pullover
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must understand the techniques for conducting tactically sound vehicle pullovers
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Demonstrate safety techniques when initiating a vehicle pullover, including:
1. Selecting an appropriate location
2. Communicating with dispatch
3. Getting the attention of the driver of the target vehicle
B. Demonstrate appropriate actions for the safe and tactical placement of the patrol unit
C. Apply appropriate procedures for exiting the patrol unit
D. Demonstrate appropriate safety precautions patrol officers should take when approaching a target
vehicle on foot
E. Distinguish between the advantages and disadvantages of a driver side approach, a passenger
side approach and a non-approach to a target vehicle
F. Demonstrate appropriate positioning for patrol officers when making face to face contact with
the driver of a target vehicle
G. Demonstrate the process for conducting a vehicle stop driver contact, to include:
1. Greeting
2. Identifying self and department
3. Requesting driver’s license, registration, proof of insurance
4. Explaining the reason for the stop
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5. Making a decision to warn, cite or arrest
6. Closing, appropriate to decision
H. Demonstrate appropriate procedures and communication techniques for directing the driver and
occupants out of a target vehicle
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize situations involving high level of risks in order to apply appropriate
tactical actions during a vehicle pullover.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Demonstrate officer safety precautions that should be taken during any high-risk vehicle pullover
B. Discuss appropriate actions for cover officers who are called to assist the primary officer during
a high-risk vehicle pullover
C. Demonstrate tactics for conducting a safe and effective high-risk vehicle pullover
IV. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must make appropriate safety and tactical adjustments when conducting pullovers
involving vehicles other than passenger cars and pickup trucks.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain appropriate safety and tactical considerations when conducting vehicle pullovers
involving:
1. Vans, campers, and motor homes
2. Motorcycles
3. Buses and semi-trucks
VI. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in a learning activity depicting a situation in which the subject is
initially noncompliant with verbal instructions to sign the citation. The student will demonstrate
the communication skills to resolve the conflict including:
1. Making an “ethical appeal” based upon a peace officer’s professional presence and
providing the subject with an opportunity to voluntarily comply (asking)
2. Identifying the law, policy, or rationale that applies to the situation, answering the
subject’s implied question “why?”, and providing another opportunity for the subject to
voluntarily comply (setting context)
3. Explaining the options or courses of action which could be taken by the peace officer and
their potential personal consequences to the subject, and providing the subject with yet
another opportunity to voluntarily comply (presenting options)
4. Taking the action appropriate to the situation if the subject fails to voluntarily comply
(e.g., arrest)
B. The student will participate in a learning activity involving a vehicle stop. The student will
demonstrate the following:
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1. Greeting
2. Identifying self and department
3. Requesting driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance
4. Explaining the reason for the stop
5. Making decision to warn, cite, or arrest
6. Closing appropriate to decision
D. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing
(December 2005) or other comparable sources regarding vehicle pullovers. At a minimum, each
activity, or a combination of activities must address the following topics:
1. Exercise of effective problem solving, communication and officer safety during vehicle
stops
2. Use of an appropriate ethical decision-making process to demonstrate “equal protection
of the law”
3. How the community may view vehicle pullover tactics as a function of the policing
mission
4. How peace officers may educate community members on the purpose of vehicle
pullovers
VII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on vehicle pullovers.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __6___
Agency Specific Hours __0___
Total Instructional Hours __6___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 23
CRIMES IN PROGRESS
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that their first responsibility when responding to a crime in progress is to
protect their own safety and that of others.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain the importance of wearing soft personal body armor while on patrol
B. Distinguish between officer safety and officer survival, including:
1. Current patterns related to deaths and assaults on peace officers
2. The concept of “will to survive”
3. Officer actions after being wounded
4. Officer as hostage
5. Officer actions in counter-ambush incidents when on foot
6. Officer actions in counter-ambush incidents when in a patrol vehicle
II. LEARNING NEED
To respond effectively and safely to a crime in progress, peace officers need to use appropriate strategies
and tactics.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Discuss the elements of a tactical approach to a crime in progress including:
1. Nature of the crime
2. Use and nonuse of warning lights and siren
3. Appropriate communication to agency
4. Uses cover and concealment upon arrival
B. Explain the primary purposes for establishing crime scene perimeters
C. Demonstrate appropriate actions when conducting a search for suspects, including:
1. Preparing to enter the area to be searched
2. Initiating owner contact, if applicable
3. Communicating (e.g., announcement to potential suspects, contact with other units)
III. LEARNING NEED
Some types of crimes in progress require officers to plan and execute specific arrival, approach,
communication, and search tactics. Planning and patience are critical to achieving safe and successful
outcomes.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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A. Demonstrate effective officer actions for the safe and tactical response to crimes in progress
involving:
1. Shots fired
2. Burglaries
3. Robberies
IV. LEARNING NEED
To ensure the highest chance of survival and the safest possible outcome for all involved individuals,
officers must recognize the dangers associated with high-risk situations and employ effective tactics.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Demonstrate effective officer actions for the safe and tactical response involving:
1. Barricaded suspects/hostages
2. Violent suspects
3. Rapid deployment to a deadly encounter (Active Shooter)
4. Officer ambush/sniper attacks
5. Officer-down calls
6. Suspicious Persons
B. Discuss factors an officer should consider before becoming involved in any law enforcement
action while off-duty
VI. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. The student will participate in a learning activity that reinforces an understanding of law
enforcement response to a variety of high-risk-situations, including:
1. Person with a gun
2. Shots-fired call
3. Officer down
4. Suspicious circumstances
5. Suicidal person
B. The student will participate in a learning activity that presents a series of drawings, sketches,
photographs or other visual depictions of locations where a crime is allegedly in progress. The
student will indicate, either verbally or in writing:
C. The student will participate in one or more learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing
(December 2005) or other comparable sources regarding crimes in progress. At a minimum,
each activity, or a combination of activities must address the following topics:
VII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on crimes in progress.
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Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __10__
Agency Specific Hours ___0__
Total Instructional Hours ___10__
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 30
CRIME SCENES, EVIDENCE, AND FORENSICS
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must have a general understanding of the total range of basic criminal investigation
procedures in order to make the appropriate decisions regarding the identification and preservation of
physical evidence at the scene of a crime.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
B. Perform the steps of a preliminary criminal investigation, including:
1. Proceed safely to the scene
2. Determine need for emergency medical services and aid any injured persons
3. Verify that a crime, if any, has occurred
4. Identify and arrest the suspect(s), if appropriate
5. As soon as possible, provide dispatch with any suspect information including physical
descriptions, direction of flight, mode of travel, and other pertinent information
6. Contain and protect the crime scene and cause the proper collection of physical evidence
7. Locate and interview victim(s) and/or witness(es) and identify other sources of
information
8. Collect all available information necessary to write a clear and accurate report (who,
what, when, where, why and how)
C. Demonstrate actions peace officers may employ to preserve possible physical evidence at a
crime scene
E. Identify criteria for allowing crime scene photographs to be admitted as evidence by the court
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must be aware of and comply with the general guidelines for the collection, packaging,
and processing of physical evidence found at a crime scene to ensure that each piece of evidence is
admissible in a court of law.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Demonstrate appropriate precautions that should be taken prior to collection and removal of
physical evidence from a crime scene
B. Identify the purpose of collecting control/known samples
C. Identify the primary reason for establishing a chain of custody record
D. Prepare the information that should be noted on a chain of custody record
E. Identify the three forms of fingerprint impressions that may be found at a crime scene
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F. Apply the basic steps for developing latent fingerprints
G. Identify general guidelines for collecting and processing physical evidence that may be located at
a crime scene
V. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on crime scenes, evidence,
and forensics.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __4___
Agency Specific Hours __0___
Total Instructional Hours __4___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 32
LIFETIME FITNESS
I. LEARNING NEED
Officers need to know how to apply methods for evaluating and managing their physical fitness for a
healthy lifestyle in order to safely and effectively perform peace officer duties.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Discuss the components of a personal physical fitness program to include:
1. Cardiovascular
2. Muscular
3. Flexibility/Stability/Mobility
4. Core
5. Acceleration and agility
6. Body composition vs performance
7. Recovery
B. Discuss techniques for evaluating personal fitness in the areas of:
1. Cardiovascular
2. Muscular
3. Flexibility/Stability/Mobility
4. Core
5. Acceleration and agility
6. Body composition vs performance
7. Recovery
C. Describe appropriate measures for improving an officer’s performance within each of the seven
components of a personal fitness program
D. Discuss principles of physical conditioning, including:
1. Specificity
2. Frequency
3. Intensity
4. Volume
5. Active recovery
6. Periodization/program design
7. Progression
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E. Describe minimum physical conditioning program requirements and components of a training
session to include:
1. Warmup
2. Training phase
3. Recovery
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that proper nutrition is critical to maintaining body composition, physical
conditioning, and reducing their risk of illness or injury.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Describe how to accomplish fitness goals using nutritional planning
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to understand common health problems so they may use appropriate risk
management techniques to ensure their health and physical fitness.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Discuss illnesses and injuries commonly associated with law enforcement officers
B. Discuss strategies for the prevention of illnesses and injuries commonly associated with law
enforcement officers
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize the causes of stress and how to manage it effectively in order to protect
their personal health and ensure their ability to perform their duties.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain the signs and symptoms of elevated stress levels
B. Recognize that substance abuse is an inappropriate strategy for coping with physical and
psychological stress
C. Describe the short and long term effects of abusing:
D. Explain the techniques for stress management
IV. LEARNING NEED
The student will participate in a physical conditioning program designed to achieve proficiency in the
following seven components:
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1. Cardiovascular
2. Muscular
3. Flexibility/stability/mobility
4. Core
5. Acceleration and agility
6. Body composition vs performance
7. Recovery
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __0__
Agency Specific Hours __28____
Total Instructional Hours __28____
EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
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REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 33
ARREST AND CONTROL
I. LEARNING NEED
For their own safety and the safety of others, peace officers must maintain awareness and respond
appropriately when confronted by a potential hazard or threat.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
B. Describe the areas of the body which require maximum protection during an attack
C. Describe parts of an officer’s body that may be used as personal weapons during an
arrest/detention to control a combative and/or resistive subject
V. LEARNING NEED
The application of a restraint device (i.e., handcuffs, plastic flex cuffs, leg restraint devices, full body
restraints) on a subject can be a difficult and potentially dangerous task for a peace officer. Peace
officers must be proficient in the use of proper methods to ensure their safety and the safety of the
subjects.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain the purpose of using restraint devices on a subject
VI. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must maintain control of their firearm(s) and when appropriate, be physically capable of
disarming a subject.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Describe factors involved in retaining a peace officer’s firearm
B. Demonstrate the basic techniques for peace officers to safely maintain control of their firearm in
a physical conflict
C. Discuss a peace officer’s tactical considerations when confronted by an armed subject
D. Discuss tactical considerations when disarming a subject
E. Discuss the justification for a peace officer to continually train in arrest methods, weapon
retention and takeaway
IX. LEARNING NEED
When transporting a prisoner, peace officers must recognize that the unpredictable nature of prisoners
can create a serious threat. Officers must be aware of safety hazards and appropriate transporting
procedures to ensure their safety and the safety of the prisoner.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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A. Describe common transporting procedures that maximize officer safety and prevent prisoner
escape
B. Describe the safe and secure positioning of a prisoner in an officer’s vehicle
X. REQUIRED TESTS
Exercise testing is mandated and regulated by POST Commission Procedure D-1, which states:
Academies/presenters shall provide the following to students who fail a required exercise test on the first
attempt:
- An opportunity to review their results
- A reasonable amount of time, as determined by the academy/presenter, to prepare for a retest
- An opportunity to be tested on the failed test, if the student fails the second test, the student fails
the course
Required exercise testing for each format of the basic course is set forth in the Training and Testing
Specifications (TTS). The student is required to successfully pass each exercise test outlined below for
the specific course of instruction the student is enrolled in.
ARREST AND CONTROL SAFETY
All Arrest and Control exercise testing must be conducted under written academy/ presenter safety
procedures and or protocols established in accordance with the POST safety guidelines. Students are
required to comply with every aspect of presenter safety procedures and or protocols during Arrest and
Control training and testing.
All one on one force on force exercise testing must be conducted with a safety officer/referee overseeing
the test. The safety officer/referee has absolute control over the test and can call a halt to or stop the
exercise test anytime the risk for student/staff injury exists.
F. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in a handgun takeaway
technique(s) including a minimum of one handgun takeaway technique from both the front and
rear position.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Safety
2. Awareness
3. Balance
4. Control
5. Controlling Force
6. Proper Techniques
7. Verbal Commands/Instructions
Presenters must use the POST-developed Arrest and Control Competency Exercise Test Form or
a presenter-developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance
dimensions used for this exercise test.
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G. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in handgun retention
techniques. The exercise will include a minimum of one technique to be demonstrated from the
following positions:
- A holstered handgun front retention technique
- A holstered handgun rear retention technique
- An unholstered handgun retention technique
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Safety
2. Awareness
3. Balance
4. Control
5. Controlling Force
6. Proper Techniques
7. Verbal Commands/Instructions
Presenters must use the POST-developed Arrest and Control Competency Exercise Test Form or
a presenter-developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance
dimensions used for this exercise test.
XI. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. Student will participate in learning activity that will reinforce the student’s ability to demonstrate
the role of a cover officer during a field contact to include:
1. Assuming a position of advantage and control
2. Maintaining proper balance and control
3. Maintaining awareness
4. Protecting the searching officer from possible interference
5. Physically assisting the searching officer if it becomes necessary
6. Observing subject(s)
7. Awareness of cover and concealment
XII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on arrest and control.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours ___16___
Agency Specific Hours ___16___
Total Instructional Hours ____16__
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 35
FIREARMS/CHEMICAL AGENTS
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must know and practice all procedures for the safe handling of all firearms while on and
off duty.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. State the four fundamental rules of firearms safety
B. Explain basic safety guidelines to be followed at a firing range
C. Describe the safety precautions for proper storage of firearms
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must know the workings, the capabilities, and limitations of firearms in order to operate
them safely and effectively.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
D. Describe the basic information about shotguns, including:
1. Advantages and limitations
2. Primary components and their functions
3. Steps for loading/unloading
4. Steps for rendering the shotgun safe
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must know the capabilities and limitations of the ammunition they use in their firearms to
operate them safely and effectively.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. State the guidelines for the safe handling of ammunition
B. Describe the primary components of firearm cartridges
C. Explain the chain of events that takes place when a projectile is discharged from a cartridge
D. Describe the primary components of a shotgun shell
E. Define shot pattern as it relates to shotgun shells
F. Explain the correlation to the distance traveled by the shot and the size of the shot pattern
G. Describe the three ways shot placement can stop a threat, to include:
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IV. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must know how to properly inspect, clean, and care for their firearms to ensure that they
function safely and effectively.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Describe the components that may prevent problems and that should be examined during a
routine safety inspection
B. Describe the materials, equipment, and environment needed to properly clean firearms
C. Apply routine procedures for cleaning firearms
V. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must comprehend and practice the fundamental skills of firing firearms to be effective in
reactive and precision situations during live fire exercises.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Apply the proper steps for drawing and holstering
B. Demonstrate the following elements to accurately shoot a firearm:
C. Describe the types of malfunctions and demonstrate clearing methods for:
D. Describe limitations officers may encounter when shooting under low light/nighttime conditions
E. Describe conditions an officer may face when in a combat situation
F. Describe possible physiological and psychological responses an officer may experience under
the stress of a combat situation
G. Explain steps officers can take to prepare themselves for the extreme stress of combat
VI. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must know the terminology, capabilities, exposure symptoms, and decontamination
procedures in order to safely and effectively handle and deploy chemical agents and gas masks.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. State the statutory requirements for the possession and use of chemical agents
B. Describe four methods used to deploy chemical agents
C. Describe environmental and physical conditions that can impact the effectiveness of a chemical
agent
D. State the guidelines for safely carrying, drawing, and deploying hand-held canisters of chemical
agents
E. Apply decontamination procedures that should be followed after a chemical agent has been used
F. Discuss the physiological and psychological effects of each of the following chemical agents
used by peace officers:
G. Demonstrate proper procedures peace officers should follow when using gas masks, to include:
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VII. REQUIRED TESTS
Exercise testing is mandated and regulated by POST Commission Procedure D-1, which states:
Academies/presenters shall provide the following to students who fail a required exercise test on the first
attempt:
- An opportunity to review their test results
- A reasonable amount of time, as determined by the academy/presenter, to prepare for a retest
- An opportunity to be retested on the failed test, if the student fails the second test, the student
fails the course
Required exercise testing for each format of the basic course is set forth in the Training and Testing
Specifications (TTS). The student is required to successfully pass each exercise test outlined below for
the specific course of instruction the student is enrolled in.
FIREARMS SAFETY
All firearms exercise testing must be conducted under written academy/presenter safety procedures and
or protocols established in accordance with the POST safety guidelines. Students are required to comply
with every aspect of presenter safety procedures and or protocols during firearms training and testing.
A. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in basic handgun shooting
principles using a handgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment, under daylight
conditions on a basic course of fire.
The student is required to shoot from multiple distances of 1 to 15 yards or greater using a presenter
approved service handgun and fire a minimum of 50 rounds of service ammunition with acceptable
accuracy standards and under time restrictions established by the presenter.
The student is required to tactically load and reload the handgun using the loading device authorized by
the presenter and clear any malfunctions that may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Basic Shooting Principles
5. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
B. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in basic handgun shooting
principles using a handgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment, under low
light/night conditions (for outdoor ranges testing must be done during the hours of darkness as
defined in Vehicle Code Section 280) on a basic course of fire.
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The student is required to shoot from multiple distances of 1 to 15 yards or greater using a presenter
approved service handgun and fire a minimum of 50 rounds of service ammunition with acceptable
accuracy standards and under time restrictions established by the presenter.
The student is required to tactically load and reload the handgun using the loading device authorized by
the presenter and clear any malfunctions that may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Basic Shooting Principles
5. Flashlight/Lighting System/Existing Light
6. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
C. An exercise test that requires a student to demonstrate competency in combat shooting
principles and tactics using a handgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment, under
daylight conditions on a combat course of fire.
The course of fire must simulate the physical and mental stress that would be most nearly created by
actual field combat situations. The test will minimally include threat assessment, multiple targets, left
and right handed shooting positions, multiple shooting positions, and the use of cover and concealment.
The student is required to fire a minimum of 30 rounds of service ammunition using a presenter
approved service handgun, with acceptable accuracy standards and under time restrictions established by
the presenter.
The student is required to tactically load and reload the handgun using the loading device authorized by
the presenter and clear any malfunctions that may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Judgment/Decision Making
5. Basic Shooting Principles
6. Combat Shooting Principles/Tactics
7. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
D. An exercise test that requires a student to demonstrate competency in combat shooting
principles and tactics using a handgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment under low
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light/night time conditions (for outdoor ranges testing must be done during the hours of darkness
as defined in Vehicle Code Section 280) on a combat course of fire.
The course of fire must simulate the physical and mental stress that would be most nearly created by
actual field combat situations. The test will minimally include threat assessment, multiple targets, left
and right handed shooting positions, multiple shooting positions, and the use of cover and concealment.
The student is required to fire a minimum of 30 rounds of service ammunition using a presenter
approved service handgun, with acceptable accuracy standards and under time restrictions established by
the presenter.
The student is required to tactically load and reload the handgun using the loading device authorized by
the presenter and clear any malfunctions that may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Judgment/Decision Making
5. Basic Shooting Principles
6. Combat Shooting Principles/Tactics
7. Flashlight/Lighting System/Existing Light
8. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
E. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in basic shotgun shooting
principles using a shotgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment, under daylight
conditions on a basic course of fire.
The student is required to fire 20 rounds of service ammunition at multiple distances from 3 to 15 yards
or greater, using a presenter approved shotgun, with acceptable accuracy standards and under time
restrictions established by the presenter.
The student is required to tactically load, unload and reload the shotgun and clear any malfunctions that
may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Basic Shooting Principles
5. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
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F. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in basic shotgun shooting
principles using a shotgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment under low light/night
time conditions (for outdoor ranges testing must be done during the hours of darkness as defined
in Vehicle Code Section 280) on a basic course of fire.
The student is required to fire 20 rounds of service ammunition at multiple distances from 3 to 15 yards
or greater using a presenter approved shotgun, with acceptable accuracy standards and under time
restrictions established by the presenter.
The student is required to tactically load, unload and reload the shotgun and clear any malfunctions that
may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Basic Shooting Principles
5. Flashlight/Lighting System/Existing Light
6. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
G. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in shotgun combat
shooting principles and tactics using a shotgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment,
under daylight conditions on a combat course of fire.
The course of fire must simulate the physical and mental stress that would be most nearly created by
actual field combat situations. The test will minimally include threat assessment, multiple targets, left
and right handed shooting positions, multiple shooting positions and the use of cover and concealment.
The student is required to fire a minimum of 12 rounds of service ammunition using a presenter
approved shotgun, with acceptable accuracy standards and under time restrictions established by the
presenter.
The student is required to tactically load, unload and reload the shotgun and clear any malfunctions that
may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Judgment/Decision Making
5. Basic Shooting Principles
6. Combat Shooting Principles/Tactics
7. Accuracy
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Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
H. An exercise test that requires the student to demonstrate competency in combat shooting
principles and tactics using a shotgun, while wearing body armor and duty equipment, under low
light/night time conditions (for outdoor ranges testing must be done during the hours of
darkness as defined in Vehicle Code Section 280) on a combat course of fire.
The course of fire must simulate the physical and mental stress that would be most nearly created by
actual field combat situations. The test will minimally include threat assessment, multiple targets, left
and right handed shooting positions, multiple shooting positions and the use of cover and concealment.
The student is required to fire a minimum of 12 rounds of service ammunition using a presenter
approved shotgun, with acceptable accuracy standards and under time restrictions established by the
presenter.
The student is required to tactically load, unload and reload the shotgun and clear any malfunctions that
may occur during the course of fire.
The student will demonstrate competency in the following performance dimensions:
1. Firearms Safety
2. Mechanical Functions
3. Manipulations
4. Judgment/Decision Making
5. Basic Shooting Principles
6. Combat Shooting Principles/Tactics
7. Flashlight/Light System/Existing Light
8. Accuracy
Presenters must use the POST-developed Firearms Competency Exercise Test Form or a presenter-
developed form approved by POST, which minimally includes the performance dimensions used for this
exercise test.
VIII. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. Each student will participate in a simulation that requires exposure to a non-lethal, riot control
chemical agent. The simulation must involve the following:
1. Exposure to a non-lethal, riot control chemical agent
2. Proper use of a gas mask including the pre-inspection, fitting and clearing of the mask
3. Decontamination techniques
B. Each student will participate in a simulation that requires exposure to a non-lethal, aerosol
chemical agent. The simulation must involve the following:
1. Exposure to a non-lethal, aerosol chemical agent
2. Proper care, maintenance and deployment of a non-lethal, aerosol chemical agent
3. Decontamination techniques
E. The student will participate in a learning activity to reinforce the ability to safely and effectively
manipulate a shotgun. The activity shall minimally include techniques to:
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1. Open the shotgun action and check for rounds
2. Inspect the functioning of the firing mechanism
3. Load and unload the shotgun properly when a round has been chambered
4. Load and unload the shotgun when no round is chambered and the weapon is cocked and
uncocked
IX. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on firearms/chemical agents.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __44__
Agency Specific Hours __0____
Total Instructional Hours ___44___
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
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CRIMES AGAINST THE JUSTICE SYSTEM
I. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depends on the development of probable cause. Peace officers must
know the elements required to arrest for crimes against the judicial process and to correctly categorize
these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Intimidating witnesses or victims
2. Threats of retaliation
3. Violating a court order
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
II. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depend on the development of probable cause. Peace officers must
know the elements required to arrest for crimes that obstruct law enforcement in their duties and to
correctly categorize these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Resisting, delaying or obstructing a public officer, peace officer, or emergency medical
technician
2. Obstructing or resisting an executive officer by use of threats or force
3. Threatening a public officer
4. Disarming an officer
5. Removing any weapon, other than a firearm, from an officer
6. Attempting to remove a firearm from a public officer
7. Attempting to escape or escaping from the custody of a peace officer
8. Attempting to escape or escaping from a prison or other place of confinement
9. Attempting to escape or escaping from a county or city jail
10. Attempting to rescue or rescuing
11. Lynching
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony.
III. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depend on the development of probable cause. Peace officers must
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to false information and to correctly categorize
these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest for:
1. Providing a false identity to a peace officer
2. Falsely reporting a criminal offense
3. Falsely reporting an emergency
4. Falsely reporting a destructive device
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
IV. LEARNING NEED
Arrest and successful prosecution depend on the development of probable cause. Peace officers must
know the elements required to arrest for crimes related to public disturbances and to correctly categorize
these crimes as misdemeanors or felonies.
A. Recognize the crime elements required to arrest:
B. Recognize the crime classification as a misdemeanor or felony
V. REQUIRED TESTS
I. The POST-Constructed Comprehensive Module II Test.
VII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on crimes against the justice
system.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __4___
Agency Specific Hours __0____
Total Instructional Hours __4____
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EXPANDED COURSE OUTLINE
REGULAR BASIC COURSE- MODULAR FORMAT- MODULE II
LEARNING DOMAIN 42
CULTURAL DIVERSITY/DISCRIMINATION
I. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to recognize and respect the complexities of cultural diversity to develop skills
necessary for identifying and responding to California’s changing communities.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Define the terms:
1. Culture
2. Cultural diversity
B. Describe personal, professional, and organizational benefits of valuing diversity within the
community and law enforcement organizations
C. Explain the historical and current cultural composition of California
II. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to become aware of stereotyping that could lead to prejudicial viewpoints and
unlawful acts of discrimination.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
E. Define the term racial profiling, including the:
1. Conceptual definition
2. Legal definition
F. Discuss the legal considerations peace officers should take into account related to racial
profiling, including:
1. California Penal Code section 13519.4
2. Fourth Amendment
3. Fourteenth Amendment
4. Current case law
5. Criminal profiling vs. racial profiling
G. Discuss the impact of racial profiling on the:
1. Individual citizens
2. Community
3. Officer
4. Criminal justice system
H. Discuss landmark events in the evolution of civil and human rights
I. Define key indices peace officers should recognize and respect that make up evolving culture
among a community
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J. Discuss the obligations of peace officers in preventing, reporting, and responding to
discriminatory or biased practices by fellow officers
III. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers must recognize that one of the most reliable strategies for successful contacts with
individuals from differing cultural, racial, or ethnic backgrounds is to treat all individuals and groups
with dignity and respect.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. Explain strategies for effective communication within a diverse community, including:
1. Verbal communication
2. Active listening
3. Nonverbal communication
B. Describe positive officer behaviors during contacts with members of a cross-cultural community
C. Discuss articles of faith that can be interpreted as a weapon, including:
1. Identification of the article
2. Proper handling of and respect for the article
IV. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to have a lawful basis for recognizing criminal acts as hate crimes and understand
the impact of such crimes on victims and communities.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A. State the legal definition of a hate crime based on the Penal Code
B. Classify the crime and the elements required to arrest for:
1. Desecrating religious symbols
2. Interfering with religious freedom
3. Terrorizing another
4. Interfering with an individual’s civil rights
C. Explain the legal rights and remedies available to victims of hate crimes based on federal law
and Civil Code
D. Describe the impact of hate crimes on victims, the victims’ families, and the community
E. Discuss the indicators of hate crimes
F. Explain considerations when investigating and documenting incidents involving possible hate
crimes
V. LEARNING NEED
Peace officers need to have an understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment, how to respond to
sexual harassment in the workplace, and the legal remedies available through the sexual harassment
complaint process.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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A. State the legal definition of sexual harassment
B. Discuss the federal and state laws dealing with sexual harassment to include:
1. Title VII
2. Government Code Section 12940 et. seq.
3. Concept of Quid Pro Quo
4. Concept of hostile work environment
5. Current case law
C. Explain the legal remedies available to a victim of sexual harassment
D. Describe behaviors that constitute sexual harassment, including:
1. Verbal
2. Physical
3. Visual
4. Written material
5. Sexual favors
6. Threats
7. Hostile work environment
8. Force
E. Explain the mandated sexual harassment complaint process guidelines
F. State the protections that exist to prevent retaliation against anyone submitting a sexual
harassment complaint
G. Describe the methods for responding to sexually offensive or unwanted behavior
VII. REQUIRED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. Given a diagnostic instrument, questionnaire, personal inventory or equivalent method, students
will participate in a learning activity that requires self-assessment to determine their own level of
cultural sensitivity and experience in interrelating with cultural groups.
B. Given a minimum of three POST-developed video re-enactments depicting law enforcement
contacts with cultural groups, or an equivalent number of simulations, scenarios or video
representations provided by the presenter, the student will participate in an instructor-led
discussion evaluating the appropriateness and professional quality of the contact.
C. Given a minimum of four POST-developed video re-enactments depicting possible sexual
harassment, or an equivalent number of simulations, scenarios, or video representations provided
by the presenter, the student will participate in a facilitated discussion which addresses the
following:
1. Any behaviors which are illegal, as defined by federal or state sexual harassment laws
2. Professional, personal, and organizational impacts of the incident
3. Legal and administrative consequences of the behaviors observed
4. Whether or not state sexual harassment reporting guidelines apply to the situation
D. Given a minimum of two POST-developed video re-enactments or written descriptions of
possible hate crimes, or an equivalent material provided by the presenter, the student will
participate in a facilitated discussion, which addresses the following:
1. Whether or not the incident constituted a hate crime under the law
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2. Impact of the incident on victims, their families and the community
3. Effectiveness of the law enforcement response
4. Legal rights of, and remedies available to the victim(s)
E. The student will participate in a series of learning activities from the POST-developed
Instructor’s Guide to Learning Activities for Leadership, Ethics and Community Policing
(December 2005) or other comparable sources. At a minimum, each activity or combination of
activities must address the following topics:
1. The impact racial profiling may have had on them as individuals or their community
2. Concerns the students may have as to how racial profiling will affect them in the field
3. Clarification of the myths and realities of racial profiling
4. The concept of individualized suspicion as it pertains to probable cause
5. How the history of the community can affect the way they view law enforcement today
6. Law enforcement’s obligation to various cultures within the community
7. What law enforcement must do to increase trust with the community
8. Law enforcement’s obligation to respond to and report incidents of discriminatory or
biased practices by fellow officers
9. The importance of applying leadership during contacts with persons from diverse cultures
as it pertains to profiling, ethics and community policing
F. Given three POST-develop video re-enactments depicting possible racial profiling students will
participate in a facilitated discussion and/or small group discussion which addresses the
following:
1. Application of the 4th and 14th Amendments and current case law
2. Consensual contacts as it pertains to racial profiling
3. Importance of articulable characteristics or behaviors to develop probable cause.
VIII. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be provided with a minimum number of instructional hours on cultural diversity/ sexual
harassment/ hate crimes.
Description Hours
POST Minimum Required Hours __15__
Agency Specific Hours __0____
Total Instructional Hours ___15___
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