Mechanical, Thermal, Power Tools, Hydraulic & Ballistic Breaching Course
Wednesday, Oct 4, 2023
– Friday, Oct 6, 2023
8:00am – 5:00pm
MECHANICAL, THERMAL, POWER TOOLS, HYDRAULIC & BALLISTIC BREACHING COURSE – ENNIS, TX
Duration: 3 days
Students: 20 Maximum
Restrictions: Law Enforcement, Military or Government Agencies
The aim of this 3 day course is to introduce the student to operationally proven drills and procedures that pertain to the use of mechanical, ballistic, thermal, hydraulic and cutting means in order to effectively breach doors, windows and soft wall targets.
On the successful completion of this course, the student will possess the necessary skills to accurately perform a target analysis and select the most suitable tool to gain access into the stronghold.
Course content includes:
- History and theory of non-explosive methods of entry
- Mechanical breaching of pull and push doors
- Mechanical breaching of windows
- Defeating barricaded doors
- Negotiating and defeating fences and obstacles
- Ballistic breaching
- Thermal breaching (BROCO and Osen Hunter torches)
- Quickie saw and chainsaw breaching
- Hydraulic Breaching (SAN’s Tactical Breaching System)
- All tactics to include approach, negotiating obstacles, and actions at the breach point
- Scenario based training
Equipment Requirements:
- Range training uniform (long sleeve)
- Nomex gloves
- Body armor with Molle attachments (no armor plates)
- Tactical belt
- Ear protection
- Eye Protection: Clear lens safety wrap-around style glasses
- Helmet
- Weapon: rifle with no ammunition – blue gun is accepted and TEES can supply if requested
Event Category
Law Enforcement
Event Location
Strategic Weapons Academy of Texas
1045 Cutoff Rd
Ennis , Texas, 75165
Event Fees
Total Seats
20
Remaining Seats
20