Policy Text
Tustin Police Department
Revised December 2019
REFRESHER TASER TRAINING
2 HOUR FORMAT
A. OVERVIEW: This class is a “Refresher” course and will cover the techniques for proper
deployment of and certification of end users in the use of the TASER device(s).
B. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Given person(s) to be retrained with a lesson plan, instruct
person(s) in the proper deployment and safety of the TASER X26. Without the aid of
references, in accordance with the detailed lesson plan and manual, a certified trained
user will accomplish the following:
1. Pass th e written test and demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the function and use
of the TASER device(s).
2. Understand how the TASER device(s) overrides and controls the sensory and motor
functions of the nervous systems of a combative , or passively resistan t, subject.
3. Know proper finger position for aiming and firing.
4. Be able to reload in a safe and proper manner.
5. Control unit adequately when commanded “Arm – Spark – Safe” at random
(understands safety switch and trigger fully).
6. Know when the TASER device is armed and ready to deploy.
7. Know how to properly check battery pulse rate, remove and reinstall batteries
correctly.
8. Know how to utilize the laser and fixed sights.
9. Understanding of probe placement and ballistics.
10. For TASER certification.
a. Draw TASER device and hit target at 8 feet, reload, and hit 2nd target at
12 feet with laser sight (time limit 10 seconds).
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C. METHOD / MEDIA: This class will be taught by the lecture / demonstration / scenario
method.
D. EVALUATION: Topics from this class will be evaluated via written tests and via
performance checklist during the practical applications conducted during the class.
COURSE TIME: User Re-Certification Course: 2 hours minimum.
CERTIFICATION: User certification is valid for one year.
Tustin Police Department
Revised December 2019
REFRESHER TASER TRAINING
2 HOUR FORMAT
I. COURSE INTRODUCTION / ORIENTATION / SAFETY RULES
A. Course Introduction and Orientation
1. Instructor
2. Class will be instructed using the current TASER version curriculum.
3. Goal = To provide the theory and practical training necessary to
effectively instruct users to safely and effectively operate the TASER
X26 electronic control device (ECD).
B. TASER Sa fety Rules
1. The safety switch of all TASER devices will remain in the down (SAFE)
position unless the instructor directs students to arm the device or when
it is appropriate to do so during a training scenario.
2. TASER devices shall not be pointed at an y person unless the instructor
directs students to do so as part of a training exercise or when it is
appropriate to do so during a training scenario.
3. No live firearms will be brought into the training area.
4. Lasers shall not be shined into anyone’s e yes.
5. Probes will be removed according to proper protocol.
6. All activity will stop when any student or instructor calls, “Stop action!” or
“Cease fire!”
7. Every participant is a safety officer. All unsafe conditions will be
immediately brought to the attention of the instructor. If an unsafe
condition occurs or is noticed during an exercise, the student or
instructor observing the unsafe condition shall call, “Stop action!” or
“Cease fire!”
8. TASER devices can temporarily incapacitate target and can cause
injury.
II. TASER TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
A. Electronic Control Devices (ECD)
1. Effects of the TASER device(s) on the central nervous system, sensory
nervous system, and the motor nervous system.
2. Differences in pain compliance and incapacitation.
B. Electrical Overview
1. Differences between voltage, amps, and joules.
2. Amps, joules, and voltage output of the TASER device(s), and why it is a
safe weapon.
3. Electricity must be able to flow between the probes or the electrodes,
follows the path of l east resistance, will not pass to others in contact with
the subject unless contact is made directly between or on the probes,
can arc through clothing and some bullet resistant material, and
exposure to water will not cause electrocution or increase the p ower to
the exposed subject.
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C. Medical
1. TASER devices are among the most extensively studied weapons.
2. There is no negative effect of the TASER device when used on subjects
with implanted cardiac devices or pacemakers.
3. Over 250,000 hu man volunteer exposures. 99% of all volunteers were
incapacitated.
4. Effects of the TASER may include stress caused by pain, minor skin
irritation or injury, temporary blisters, redness or minor bleeding if probes
puncture skin, and possible physical exe rtion type injuries.
D. Weapons Safety
1. Assume Device is Loaded. Always assume that a TASER device is
loaded.
2. Do Not Touch Trigger Until Ready to Use. Keep your finger off the
trigger until you are on target and ready to fire.
3. Keep Body Parts Away. Keep your hands and body parts away from the
front of the TASER cartridge.
4. Avoid Static Electricity Discharge. Avoid contact between static
electricity and the TASER cartridge since static electricity can cause
unexpected