This 8-hour Instructor Course is designed for officers seeking to enhance their operational and instructional skills with Flash Sound Diversionary Devices (FSDDs), commonly known as Flash Bangs. The course combines instructor-level lectures with practical exercises, including a proficiency course.

The course will cover a range of topics, including but not limited to:

• Introduction to Explosives
• Types and Nomenclature of Distraction Devices
• Reloadable vs. Non-Reloadable Devices
• Decibels, Candela, and PSI (Pressure per Square Inch)
• Overpressure: Causes and Effects
• Handling, Storage, and Rendering Safe
• Tactical Deployment and Safety Considerations
• Incident Case Studies
• Criminal and Civil Liabilities
• Development of Policies and Procedures
• Gripping, Handling, and Deployment Drills
• Live Firing Exercises and Operational Scenarios
• Command-Initiated Technologies
• Instructor Development

By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively deploy FSDDs, manage safety, and train others in their use within their agencies.

• Eye Protection
• Hearing Protection
• Gloves