OPOTC-certified peace officers, deputies, and troopers assigned full or part-time to an Ohio law enforcement agency tactical team.

Tactical medics (TEMS) are also eligible if they are OPOTC certified as Ohio peace officers, assigned to a tactical team, and employed full—or part-time by an Ohio governmental agency.

This program equips tactical teams to effectively manage active threat incidents through evidence-based tactics, lawful use of force, and de-escalation. Training emphasizes stress psychology, decision-making, and interagency collaboration, culminating in realistic, scenario-based exercises that reinforce readiness, sharpen judgment, and build lifesaving capabilities under the pressures of extreme conditions.

• NO LIVE AMMUNITION OR MAGAZINES PERMITTED WITHIN THE TRAINING ENVIRONMENT OR CLASSROOMS
• ALL TRAINING RIFLES WILL BE PROVIDED BY THE OTOA FOR SCENARIO-BASED EXERCISES
• ALL EQUIPMENT utilized for a “call out” or SWAT / SRT activation
• Tactical team or training uniform
• MANDATORY Plate carrier and Level II or Level III soft body armor
• Ballistic Helmet
• Issued Firearms - Pistol & Rifle (used for practice - NO Mags & NO Ammo)
• NO Tasers, NO Batons, NO OC Spray
• Clear wrap-around eye protection (Mandatory for force-on-force scenarios)
• Gloves suitable for weapon manipulation
• Ballistic shields (if you use them)
• Pen and notebook
• Water and food - No meals provided
• OTOA will provide Training Pistols/Rifles, Appropriate Safety Equipment, and Training Munitions for Scenario-Based Training.

Start Time: Class begins promptly at 8:00 AM. The course spans a minimum of 8 hours per day and is structured to ensure comprehensive coverage over two days.

Note: Students will receive a scheduled lunch break; however, lunch will not be provided. Please plan accordingly and bring your own food and beverages.

• Comprehend trends in active threat incidents
• Grasp the “active dying” concept and the urgency of immediate response
• Understand the Constitutional Use of Deadly Force and strategies for de-escalation
• Learn to coordinate with uniformed and plainclothes officers, avoiding friendly fire incidents
• Collaborate with security professionals and armed civilians
• Practice safe gun handling and mission-driven tactical responses
• Achieve proficiency in OTOA's mission-driven tactics

If you are allergic to bees, outdoor plants, or animals, please bring your epinephrine pen or other medication.

Life-threatening allergies and pre-existing injuries or conditions must be reported to the OTOA training staff on day one of training.

Attendees are responsible for their lodging, transportation, and food.