POST has approved 32 hours. This training is hosted by Helena Police Department.

Each attendee must be in good physical condition and able to perform the practical
exercises associated with tactical applications with the use of these products. The Defense
Technology Training Academy trains only sworn law enforcement officers, correctional
personnel, state-licensed security personnel (OC only), or active military personnel.

The Less Lethal Instructor Program provides the necessary training for a
changing world. This course is comprised for four 8-hour instructor-level
classes covering OC Aerosols, Impact Munitions, Chemical Munitions
and Distraction Device® Munitions. The student will acquire instructor level knowledge of Defense Technology® products, both technically and tactically, along with the skills necessary to conduct in-service training.

Each of the four class modules focuses on a different subject and includes
a half-day of lecture-based studies followed by a half-day in the field for
deployment drills. Unique to this class is the state-of-the-art deployment
tactics that come direct from the manufacturer of the products used. In each
topic, the student will receive a CD containing presentation materials and
videos to be utilized by the student for training in their own departments.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
• Eye and ear protection
• Body armor required for LLIM,
CHEM and DD programs
• Duty gear normally utilized when
deploying less lethal products
• Flame-resistant gloves
• Gas mask
• 37mm or 40mm Gas launcher

Register at Defense Technology Police One Academy or 800-347-1200.