Advanced Weapon SOP's

1.1 Eligibility

Troopers are all automatically signed off as certified by Command and are permitted to carry and deploy the SMG, Carbine Rifle, or Pump Shotgun.  Any Officer is eligible to carry and deploy any weapon at or below their level:

• Trooper +:  SMG 9mm Automatic 

• Trooper First Class+: Pump Shotgun

• Master Trooper+: M6IC 

These Will all have a Training Class with each Certification which will last around 1 hour Each.

2.1 Storage

Advanced weapons may be stored in the Police Vehicles Glovebox when not in use.

2.1.1 Off-Duty

All weapons must be turned into the armory before clocking off. Under no circumstances must an advanced weapon be used while off duty.

2.1.2 Advanced Weapon Ammunition

SAST-issued ammunition is never to be taken and distributed as ammunition for hunting or other activities other than the ones described in these SOPs.  Failure to follow will result in disciplinary actions, legal consequences, and payment for stolen ammunition.

2.2 Deployment Requirements

An officer is permitted to deploy their advanced weapons when under fire by any Class II or III weapon. It is the officer's responsibility to use their observation skills to determine if Class II/III's are in use and respond with appropriate force.
They are also allowed to be deployed when outgunned 3 vs 1

2.2.1 Class II weapons are described as: Any semi-automatic rifle, shotgun, or revolver

2.2.2 Class III weapons are described as: Any fully automatic weapon

3.1 Treat all guns as if they are loaded.

3.1.1 Always assume that a gun is loaded even if you think it is unloaded

3.1.2 Every time a gun is handled for any reason, check to see that it is unloaded.

3.2 Keep the gun pointed in the safest possible direction.

3.2.1 Always be aware of where the gun is pointing. A “safe direction” is one where an accidental discharge of the gun will not cause injury or damage.

3.2.2 Only point a gun at an object that you intend to shoot.

3.2.3 Never point a gun toward yourself or another person.

3.3 Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.

3.3.1 Always keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot.

3.3.2 Even though it may be comfortable to rest your finger on the trigger, it is unsafe. If you are moving around with your finger on the trigger and stumble or fall, you could inadvertently pull the trigger. Sudden loud noises or movements can result in an accidental discharge because there is a natural tendency to tighten the muscles when startled.

3.4 Know your target, its surroundings, and beyond.

3.4.1 Check that the areas in front of and behind your target are safe before shooting.

3.4.2 Be aware that if the bullet misses or completely passes through the target, it could strike a person or object.

3.4.3 Identify the target and make sure it is what you intend to shoot. If you are in doubt, DON’T SHOOT!

3.4.4 Never fire at a target that is only a movement, color, sound or unidentifiable shape.

3.4.5 Be aware of all the people around you before you shoot.

3.5 Know how to properly operate your gun.

3.5.1 It is important to become thoroughly familiar with your gun. You should know its mechanical characteristics including how to properly load, unload and clear a malfunction from your gun.

3.5.2 Obviously, not all guns are mechanically the same. Never assume that what applies to one make or model is exactly applicable to another.