1. MODULE 38 Defensive Tactics

2. DEFENSIVE TACTICS A. Objective 1. 082: Identify and describe the basic principals of defensive tactics. This will minimally include: Value of defensive tactics

3. DEFENSIVE TACTICS Basic elements involved Vulnerable areas of the body Types of attacks How to defend & protect oneself Agency policy on the use of physical force Safety precautions

4. DEFENSIVE TACTICS 2. 084: Given a practical exercise, demonstrate to the satisfaction of the instructor those techniques which can be used to subdue a violent person

5. DEFENSIVE TACTICS B. Objective & Value of & Value of Defensive Tactics’ Training 1. Instill confidence 2. Self-protection 3. Control of the person 4. Avoiding certain pitfalls

6. DEFENSIVE TACTICS C. Learning & Safety Precautions 1. Develop proficiency a. First--have a clear understanding of principals b. Second--application of principles during practice

7. DEFENSIVE TACTICS D. Safety precautions 1. All techniques must first be practiced slowly 2. Person being “worked on” should offer passive resistance and give with the pressure

8. DEFENSIVE TACTICS 3. Person performing the technique should always apply the pressure slowly, simulating the striking of blows.

9. DEFENSIVE TACTICS 4.Each technique should be divided into two phases a. First phase-maneuver or positioning b. Most important phase c. Second phase-application technique of pain

10. DEFENSIVE TACTICS E. Basic Principles of Defensive Tactics 1. Balance 2. Good body mechanics 3. Leverage

11. 4. Strength against weakness 5. Using opponent’s strength & momentum to their disadvantage DEFENSIVE TACTICS

12. F. Vulnerable Areas of the Body 1. Strikes delivered to the midline area are generally more effective 2. Strikes should not be directed to the head or face, they can be avoided easily

13. DEFENSIVE TACTICS G. Types of Attacks 1. Hand grasps & hand pushes 2. Body locks 3. Head locks

14. DEFENSIVE TACTICS 4. Choke 5. Kicks 6. Blows 7. Knife attack

15. DEFENSIVE TACTICS H.How to Defend & Protect Oneself Positions 1.Alert or interrogation stance 2.Footwork 3. Combat stance

16. DEFENSIVE TACTICS I.Personal weapons 1. Head 2. Hand 3. Elbow 4. Knee 5. Foot

17. J. Techniques to Defend/Protect Oneself 1. Wrist locks 2. Arm locks 3. Come-along holds 4. Overcoming passive resistance 5. Handcuff position DEFENSIVE TACTICS

18. K.Techniques to Defend & Protect Oneself 1. Disarming technique 2. Knife 3. Handgun 4. Pressure points 5. Blocking techniques DEFENSIVE TACTICS

19. L. Agency Police on Use of Force 1. Be sure to read & understand your particular agency’s policy 2. Use the minimum amount of force necessary to control the situation 3. Accurately document any use of force

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