12 N.C. Admin. Code 9G.0415
Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 12, December 1, 2024
Section 09G .0415 - CORRECTIONS SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING - FIREARMS(a) The instructor training course requirement for Corrections Specialized Instructor Training - Firearms certification shall consist of at least 80 hours of instruction presented during a period of not more than two consecutive weeks. If the Governor declares a State of Emergency pursuant to G.S. 166A-19.3(19), the Director of the Criminal Justice Standards Division shall allow additional breaks in a specific course delivery when the Director determines that doing so is necessary based on consideration of the following factors: (1) Whether instruction has begun in the course or whether course initiation may be postponed;(2) The risk of harm to students that may be caused by continuation of the course;(3) Whether those enrolled in the course have been or will likely be called to action to help address the State of Emergency;(4) The specific need for the waiver; and(5) The degree of benefit to the public in allowing a break in instruction. Notice of waivers granted pursuant to the Section shall be posted on the CJETS website https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/criminal-justice/. The waivers granted pursuant to this Section shall only apply to courses that began during the effective period of the State of Emergency.
(b) Each Corrections Specialized Instructor Training - Firearms course shall be designed to provide the trainee with the skills and knowledge to perform the function of a corrections firearms instructor in the "Basic Training - Correctional Officer" course, "Basic Training - Probation/Parole Officer" course, and in-service training courses for correctional officers and probation/parole officers.(c) Each Corrections Specialized Firearms Instructor Training course shall include the following topical areas: (2) Legal Considerations for Firearm Instructors;(3) Department of Public Safety, Division of Adult Correction Firearms Training Courses;(6) Medical Emergencies on the Range;(7) Handgun - Operation, Use and Maintenance:(A) Handgun Training - Classroom and Range;(B) Handgun Low/Limited Light Fire; and(C) Handgun Care and Maintenance;(8) Advanced Handgun Training - Classroom and Range;(9) Shotgun Operation, Use and Maintenance: (A) Shotgun Training - Classroom and Range;(B) Shotgun Low/Limited Light Fire - Range; and(C) Shotgun Care and Maintenance;(10) Special Techniques, Training Aids, and Methods:(11) Situational Use of Firearms:(A) The Shooting Decision;(B) Situational Use of Firearms;(C) Situational Exercises - Day; and(D) Situational Exercises - Low/Limited Light; and(12) Administrative Matters, Testing, and Evaluation.(d) The Commission certified school that is certified to offer the "Corrections Specialized Instructor Training - Firearms" course is the Office of Staff Development and Training of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.12 N.C. Admin. Code 09G .0415
Authority G.S. 17C-6;
Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2001;
Eff. August 1, 2002;
Amended Eff. May 1, 2014; April 1, 2008; February 1, 2006; August 1, 2004;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. May 25, 2019;
Amended Eff. April 1, 2022.Authority G.S. 17C-6;
Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2001;
Eff. August 1, 2002;
Amended Eff. April 1, 2008; February 1, 2006; August 1, 2004;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. May 25, 2019;
Amended by North Carolina Register Volume 28, Issue 23, June 2, 2014, effective 5/1/2014.Amended by North Carolina Register Volume 36, Issue 21, May 2, 2022 effective 4/1/2022.