This Agreement outlines the Host Agency's responsibilities and expectations in hosting an OTOA training course, including venue coordination, logistical support, and the terms regarding “free” or “comped” training seats for approved host agencies.
This Agreement is made between the Ohio Tactical Officers Association (hereinafter referred to as “OTOA”) and the agency entered below (hereinafter referred to as “Host Agency”), effective as of the date of the submission of this hosting agreement.
Hosting an OTOA training class brings advanced training directly to the Host Agency, eliminating the need for travel, reducing costs, and allowing more personnel to be trained efficiently.
The Host Agency agrees to coordinate and secure suitable venues for each training day, ensuring they are appropriate for the planned activities, including live-fire ranges if necessary.
The Host Agency must provide an adequate range for live-fire training, including target backstops, stands, and other necessary equipment.
The Host Agency is responsible for securing the venue, coordinating logistical needs with the OTOA instructor(s), marketing the event through LEADS and contacting local agencies via phone calls and emails, and assisting with day-of-training event logistics.
The Host Agency must provide facilities that support training needs:
The Host Agency must communicate clearly with property owners and the community, including posting signs indicating police training is in progress.
Hosting an OTOA training course does not guarantee free or reduced-cost training seats. The primary benefit of hosting is the logistical convenience and cost savings of local training.