Basic Firearms Safety 1.0

Hours: 1.00
# Course Code: REL-PS-0-BFS

Whether you are a strong supporter of the Second Amendment Rights to bear arms or, on the other hand, feel that citizen gun ownership was not intended by the founding fathers – one thing is not debatable, gun safety is of utmost importance! Whether you are at work, home, hunting, at the gun range or cleaning a firearm - safety is of paramount importance for you, your family, and others. This course covers a bit of the controversy over firearm ownership, the 2nd Amendment to the US Constitution, statistics for both Law Enforcement Officers, and the civilian population and firearms safety in different environments.

Course Description

Whether you are a strong supporter of the Second Amendment Rights to bear arms or, on the other hand, feel that citizen gun ownership was not intended by the founding fathers – one thing is not debatable, gun safety is of utmost importance! Whether you are at work, home, hunting, at the gun range or cleaning a firearm - safety is of paramount importance for you, your family, and others. This course covers a bit of the controversy over firearm ownership, the 2nd Amendment to the US Constitution, statistics for both Law Enforcement Officers, and the civilian population and firearms safety in different environments.

Certificates

Certificates provided by accrediting body (4 Match)

Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

1.0 HOURS

This activity is approved for 1.00 contact hours.

Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training

1.0 HOURS

This class has been accredited by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training for 1.00 hours of mandatory continuing education credit. Regarding any law enforcement concepts, practices, methods, techniques, products, or devices as might be taught, promoted, or otherwise espoused in outside schools or seminars, there is no intent, expressed or implied, that ‘accreditation’ indicates or in any way conveys ‘CLEET approval’ of such concepts, practices, methods, techniques, products, or devices, unless such approval is explicitly stated by CLEET.

Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training

1.0 HOURS

Relias Learning is a continuing education sponsor as approved by the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. This course Basic Firearms Safety 1.0, 10397-0184 has been approved by the POST Board for continuing education credit. Peace officers who successfully complete this course will receive 1.00 hours of continuing education.

The sponsor of this course has a written policy for the investigation and resolution of allegations of classroom discrimination. This policy applies to all faculty, instructors, administrative staff, and students. A copy of the policy may be obtained from the sponsor by contacting Relias Support by phone at 1-800-381-2321.

Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards

1.0 HOURS

Course Details

Course Code: REL-PS-0-BFS

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2022

Learning Objectives:
Students will be presented with statistics regarding officer deaths overall and specific to involvement with firearms.
Students will be presented with statistics regarding firearm related deaths throughout the US.
Students will understand firearms safety rules.
Home firearms safety, parents responsibilities and child firearms safety topics will be presented.
Students will understand how to clear a semi-automatic and revolver pistol.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction A. About This Course B. The National Rifle Association B. Learning Objectives Section 2: Law Enforcement Firearm Facts A. Law Enforcement Facts B. Law Enforcement Fatality Statistics C. Law Enforcement Gun Deaths Rise D. An Interesting Fact E. Law Enforcement Firearm Facts Section 3: Gun Ownership in America A. Gun Ownership in America B. The Second Amendment C. An Interesting Fact D. Gun Ownership in America Section 4: Firearms Safety Rules A. Fundamental Firearms Safety Rules B. Speed Kills C. Fundamental Firearms Safety Rules D. Mechanical Safety E. Transporting Firearms Safely F. Leaving Firearms in a Vehicle G. An Interesting Fact H. Firearms Safety Rules Section 5: Home Firearms Safety A. Home Firearms Safety B. Americans own firearms for the following reasons: C. Home Firearms Safety – Guns for Protection D. Home Firearms Safety – Influence on Criminals E. Gun Owners' Responsibilities F. The Parents’ Responsibility G. Gun Owners' Responsibilities H. The Parents’ Responsibility I. Teaching Your Child About Gun Safety J. An Interesting Fact K. Home Firearms Safety Section 6: Safety While Cleaning and Storing Your Firearm A. Gun Cleaning Accidents B. Cleaning and Dry Firing C. Unloading and Clearing the Semi-Automatic Pistol D. Unloading and Clearing the Revolver Pistol E. Lead Contamination F. Firearm Storage G. An Interesting Fact H. Safety While Cleaning and Storing Your Firearm Section 7: Conclusion A. Summary B. Stay Up-to-Date C. References

Instructor: David Lee Salmon II, BS

David Lee Salmon has a BS in Criminal Justice from San Houston State University, Texas. David's background includes being a Law Enforcement and Jail Risk Manager, as well as having served in the U.S. Army Military Intelligence. He currently is the OSS Academy Training Coordinator, based in Texas, providing Law Enforcement and Corrections staff with online training. David also serves as the Vice-President of the OSS Law Enforcement Advisors, which provides risk management services, expert witness services, training programs, and law enforcement management tools. Disclosure: David Lee Salmon II, BS has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Law Enforcement.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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All courses offered by Relias, LLC are developed from a foundation of diversity, inclusiveness, and a multicultural perspective. Knowledge, values and awareness related to cultural competency are infused throughout the course content.
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All characteristics and organizations referenced in the following training are fictional. Any resemblance to any actual organizations or persons living or dead, is purely coincidental.
To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.

Accommodations
If you require special accommodations to complete this module, please contact Relias Customer Support here.

Basic Firearms Safety 1.0

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Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training

Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training

Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards

$ 19.95 $19.95

$19.95