Church Security 202

“Dealing with the Threat ”

Down through the years we have trained hundreds of churches in the basics of church security; Policies and Procedures, Security Teams, Security systems, video surveillance, etc. (i.e. Church Security 101).  While there are various mental attributes that make a good security person; alert, assertive and compassionate among them, there is also a physical aspect that we cannot ignore. Those charged with the protection of the innocent are also responsible to act to prevent harm. Immediate intervention might save lives.

As much as we don’t like to think about physical altercations or violence, we would be remiss in not training for time when force on force might be unavoidable. The two obvious avenues are those of “close quarters hand-to-hand tactics” and “firearms.” Yes, Kung-fu and Ca-Pow.

The preferred “Best Practices” are that the church hire professional security or law enforcement for its intervention capable personnel, however some churches want to develop their own Security Team made up of volunteers.

We are repeatedly asked; “Where do we get the physical training? Who will teach us the right and legally defensible tactics? What will our insurance company support?

We asked - What is really needed? What is the right training and legally defensible?

Defensive Tactics – Pressure Point Control Tactics

PPCT specializes in developing use of force training that meets the multiple needs of administrators, trainers and practitioners. PPCT's methodology of conducting documented tactical, legal and medical research has made it a leader in its field and is the primary reason why the training is recognized to be effective in the field and defensible in the courtroom. This course is designed to teach defensive tactics students to use the PPCT Defensive Tactics System. Students will learn how to take immediate control of a subject and apply other defensive tactics techniques, such as handcuffing and weapon retention.

Firearm Skill drills –

Training drills that focus on the improvement of a student’s speed, accuracy, and decision making skills. Each drill allows an instructor to tailor every training session to individual skill levels from beginner to expert using adjustable setting such as the number of targets, target face time and target speed. Developed with the direct input from active Military and Law Enforcement instructors.

Judgmental Training –

Branching Video takes video training to the next level. Students train using video scenarios that react to trainee actions. Each scenario leads down a branch to several possible outcomes beginning from one main scene. Branches are invoked via trainer-operated hot-keys and/or trainee shots.

NOCSSM utilizes simulator systems from Laser Shot, who is the global leader in firearm and force option training solutions. Innovative products incorporate the latest technologies in developing accurate, dependable, and effective use of firearms by military, law enforcement, and other public safety and security professionals. Laser Shot training solutions are employed by thousands of military and law enforcement agencies around the world every day.

Space is limited and liability release required.

The disciplines taught in these courses are very physically demanding and should only be considered by those individuals that are physically able withstand the rigors of martial arts training.