Just a few thoughts on misc. BS

SWAT Team Leader, Lakewood, WA. May 6-8, 2013
Hostage Rescue, Spokane, WA. June 18-20, 2013
High Risk Warrant Service, Kent, WA. August 12-14, 2013
Ballistic Shield User, Spokane, WA. August 26 & 27, 2013
Carbine/Subgun User School, Kent, WA. Sept. 16-18, 2013
Tactical Pistol, Kent, WA. Sept. 23 & 24, 2013
SWAT Team Leader, Spokane, WA. Dec. 16-18, 2013

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Tactics – Theory versus rigid adherence. We train our SOP’s as basic skills, everyone should know and understand them. But also recognize that shit can and will change. Everything from furniture placement to the Bad Guy vote will alter basic principles. If you really understand what you are trying to acheive then you can rapidly apply basics when appropriate, and modify actions when it makes sense. Sometimes the modification will get you an ass chewing in training, even though it was the best damn move on the mission. Dont be dogmatic but dont be a total spaz either.

Guns – Relentless pursuit of perfection. To be an expert, you have to understand ALL aspects of shooting. Slow fire, dry fire, and ridiculous speed should all be a part of your training regimen. This includes missing sometimes to get out of your comfort zone. Other times it means 100% hits to ensure you are applying all of the fundamentals.

Politics – Pick your battles, but dont spend so much time picking them that you never fight any. Being a coward isn’t just running from the gunfight, it’s failing to engage in any good fight. Dont be a coward, that shit lasts forever.
 
Leadership – Live it, even if you arent a formal leader on your team. Your day is coming and its easier if you already are one.