All sworn first responders from state, federal, or local agencies.
This course introduces foundational SWAT tactics and techniques, covering history, team structure, barricaded suspects, movement, searches, room clearing, less-lethal options, and warrant service. Students engage in high-intensity, hands-on training exercises. Instruction emphasizes principles over rigid tactics, reinforcing how applying fundamentals leads to safer, more effective responses to real-world critical incidents.
The following is a detailed list of what the OTOA recommends each student bring to the 5-day Basic SWAT training.
MANDATORY BODY ARMOR:
PRIMARY WEAPON SYSTEM: AR-15 variant or sub-gun
SECONDARY WEAPON SYSTEM: Pistol
FORCE-ON-FORCE EQUIPMENT:
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT:
OPTIONAL: Ballistic shields, mirrors.
Start Time: Each day begins promptly at 8:00 AM. The course spans a minimum of 8 hours per day and is structured to ensure comprehensive coverage over five days.
Students will participate in a mix of lectures, drills, tactical decision-making, live-fire range exercises, and complete mission planning and execution throughout the five training days.
Note: Students will receive a scheduled lunch break; however, lunch is not provided. Please bring food and drinks.
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 ammunition, lodging, transportation, and food.
All tactics, techniques, or technologies presented at any OTOA advanced training or annual training conference must be implemented in accordance with the United States Constitution, the Ohio Revised Code, and the policies and procedures of the student’s employing law enforcement agency.
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