This training qualifies for 36 hours (4 Legal; 9 Interpersonal; 22 Technical; 1 Skill) of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Training Academy, a POST‐approved continuing education provider.

Required Equipment
Clear Safety Glasses used during inert spray force-on force exercises
Change of clothes and towel for post contamination.

Disclaimer
This program involves practical exercises. Students are required to actively participate in these exercises as part of their instructor-level training. Students should be in good physical condition for these classes in order to ensure successful completion of the courses. Some of these courses involve exposure to chemical agents as well as the physical exercises.

Students with physical conditions that may impair their ability to participate are responsible for contacting their physician for medical clearance prior to enrollment. Conditions requiring such consultation include but are not limited to high blood pressure, heart problems, lung problems, to include bronchitis and asthma, or allergies. Notice to students: All tudents in this course are exposed to OC as a requirement for their instructor training.

Individuals who have undergone any type of eye surgery in the past 12 months are not allowed to attend.

The Missouri Sheriffs’ Association will not assume responsibility for any students who do not seek medical consultation prior to course participation. Any student who is unable to participate in the exercises cannot complete this instructor level course. It is incumbent upon the student to ensure they are physically capable of meeting the requirements of the courses.

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