Night Vision Operator

Night Vision equipment provides SWAT Operators with a significant advantage in both mission success and officer safety. A successful NVG program requires selecting appropriate equipment, understanding of their capabilities and limitations, as well as how to develop team SOP's and a NVG training program. This three-day course will cover a systematic approach to equipment selection, use, its limitations and operational considerations through classroom discussions, practical exercises covering interior movement as well open-air operations, live fire range drills and NV weapons qualification course, and scenario-based exercises using marking rounds.

Equipment List:
  • Entry Carbine with 3 magazines, sling and weapon light (IR laser recommended)
  • 600 rounds of non-AP ammo
  • Duty handgun with 3 magazines (Pistol light and night sights recommended)
  • 300 rounds pistol ammo

  • Law Enforcement ID
  • Night Vision Monocular or goggle capable of being helmet mounted
  • Helmet with appropriate NVG mounts
  • Standard tactical gear
  • Handheld flashlight
  • Eye protection (Clear lenses)
  • Hearing protection
  • Pen and note pad
  • Spare batteries
  • Simmunition bolt / conversion kit for carbine
  • 100 Simunition rounds for carbine