Defined:
- 40mm less-lethal and chemical-agent launchers
- Department-owned or -controlled AR15 rifles
- Precision-scoped rifles
- Department-owned shotguns
Maintenance and custody:
- The target range staff will control the inventory of all department-owned weapons.
- Weapons will be assigned to the physical control of special weapons and tactics (S.W.A.T.) team or target range.
- Routine maintenance will be performed by the target range staff and S.W.A.T. team.
- All repairs and modifications will be approved by the range master and performed by a range staff member.
Training:
- All S.W.A.T. personnel will be trained in the use of all weapons authorized to be deployed by that officer.
- Records or training and qualifications by S.W.A.T. team members will be maintained by the S.W.A.T. coordinator.
Use of agency-authorized firearms and/or special weapons:
- No person(s) may carry or use any firearm or special weapon owned or controlled by the department until they have demonstrated proficiency in the use of the weapon and has been authorized to use the weapon.
Revised May 22, 2019