**Open to Ocean County Law Enforcement Agencies only.

Course Description:

This course is designed for patrol officers, detectives, and first responders seeking to enhance their operational readiness. It is not a prerequisite for, nor does it serve as a pathway to, the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team.

This course provides patrol officers with the critical skills and tactical knowledge required for conducting safe and effective building searches and forcible entry operations. Through a combination of classroom instruction and immersive hands-on training, participants will gain a deep understanding of threat assessment, entry techniques, and environmental navigation. The course emphasizes officer safety, decision-making under pressure, and coordinated team movements in complex urban settings.

Course Objectives:

• • Examine the legal, tactical, and operational considerations involved in building searches and forcible entry
  • Develop and apply strategies for evaluating structures and selecting appropriate entry methods based on situational dynamics
  • Train in both silent and dynamic entry techniques, utilizing specialized tools and breaching equipment
  • Strengthen team-based communication and situational awareness in formations ranging from solo officers to four-person teams
  • Execute scenario-based exercises that replicate real-world challenges in controlled, high-fidelity environments

Upon completion, officers will possess enhanced capabilities to conduct building entries with confidence, precision, and teamwork, ultimately improving operational safety and effectiveness during high-risk incidents.

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