The course will provide the trainee with knowledge and skills as set forth by the AXON

Academy/Taser CEW (Conducted Electrical Weapon) Training, to include de-escalation

techniques. The course consists of classroom instruction, discussion, and scenario-based

training.

TASER

Minimum Topics/Exercises:

1. Policies and legal issues

2. Annual User Recertification requirements

3. CEW warnings

4. CEW targeting/tactical considerations

5. CEW smart use considerations

6. CEW medical overview

7. Review the Axon Taser training PowerPoint

8. Taser law enforcement product warnings

9. Functional test

10. Live CEW cartridge deployment

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

The trainee will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Department Use of Force and CEW policies.

2. Demonstrate proficiency in the deployment of live CEW cartridges.

3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the following core competencies:

a. Critical thinking and decision making

b. Active listening skills

c. De-escalation technique