Dept of Energy Firearms Courses

PROTECTIVE FORCE
FIREARMS QUALIFICATION
COURSES
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Office of Health, Safety and Security
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION A – APPROVED FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES ........................ A-1
CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................. A-1

1. Scope................................................................................................................ A-1
2. Content............................................................................................................. A-1
CHAPTER II. DOE FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE

DEVELOPMENT PROCESS................................................................................ A-3
1. Purpose............................................................................................................. A-3
2. Scope................................................................................................................ A-3
3. Process ............................................................................................................. A-3
4. Roles ................................................................................................................ A-4
CHAPTER III. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIREARMS

QUALIFICATION COURSES ............................................................................. A-6
CHAPTER IV. HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES .................................... A-7

1. Introduction...................................................................................................... A-7
2. Instructions for Handgun Qualification Courses ............................................. A-7
3. Daylight Handgun Qualification Course ......................................................... A-7
4. Reduced Lighting Handgun Qualification Course......................................... A-10
5. Security Police Officer (SPO)-III Day Combined Handgun
Qualification Course ...................................................................................... A-12
CHAPTER V. RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES ............................................ A-17

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-17
2. Instructions for Rifle Qualification Courses .................................................. A-17
3. Daylight Semiautomatic Rifle Qualification Course ..................................... A-17
4. Reduced Lighting Semiautomatic Rifle Qualification Course ...................... A-19
5. Automatic Rifle Qualification Courses.......................................................... A-21
6. Daylight SPO-III Combined Rifle/SMG Qualification Course ..................... A-26
CHAPTER VI. SHOTGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES ................................... A-33

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-33
2. Instructions for Shotgun Qualification Courses............................................. A-33
3. Daylight Shotgun Qualification Course......................................................... A-33
4. Reduced Lighting Shotgun Qualification Course .......................................... A-34
5. Shotgun Slug Qualification Course ............................................................... A-35
CHAPTER VII. SUBMACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES ................ A-36

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-36
2. Instructions for Submachine Gun Qualification Courses .............................. A-36
3. Daylight Submachine Gun Qualification Course .......................................... A-36
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4. Reduced Lighting Submachine Gun Qualification Course............................ A-39
CHAPTER VIII. LIGHT MACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES ........ A-43

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-43
2. Instructions for Light Machine Gun Qualification Courses .......................... A-43
3. Full Automatic Light Machine Gun Qualification Courses........................... A-43
4. Selective Fire Light Machine Gun Qualification Courses............................. A-50
CHAPTER IX. PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES ................... A-57

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-57
2. Instructions for Precision Rifle Qualification Courses .................................. A-57
3. Daylight Precision Rifle Qualification Course .............................................. A-58
4. Reduced Lighting Precision Rifle Qualification Course ............................... A-61
CHAPTER X. LIVE-FIRE SHOOT HOUSE QUALIFICATION COURSES...... A-64

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-64
2. Instructions for LFSH Qualification Courses ................................................ A-65
3. LFSH Courses Layout Requirements ............................................................ A-66
4. LFSH Qualification Courses.......................................................................... A-67
CHAPTER XI . SHOOTING-ON-THE-MOVE QUALIFICATION COURSES . A-72

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A-72
2. Instructions for Shooting-on-the-Move Qualification Courses ..................... A-72
3. Shooting-on-the-Move Handgun Qualification Course................................. A-73
4. Shooting-on-the-Move SMG/Rifle Qualification Course.............................. A-75
APPENDIX 1. QUALIFICATION COURSES PENDING APPROVAL ........................ A1-1
CHAPTER I. PENDING HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE .................... A1-1

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A1-1
2. Instructions for Handgun Qualification Courses ........................................... A1-1
3. Day Handgun Qualification Course............................................................... A1-2
CHAPTER II. PENDING TACTICAL RESPONSE FORCE COMBINED

HANDGUN/RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE........................................... A1-5
1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A1-5
2. Instructions for Combined Qualification Course........................................... A1-5
3. TRF Combined Handgun/Rifle Qualification Course (SPO-II and
SPO-III) ......................................................................................................... A1-6
APPENDIX 2. REDUCED LIGHTING STANDARDS AND MEASUREMENTS FOR

FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES .............................................................. A2-1
1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A2-1
2. Lighting Standards ......................................................................................... A2-1
3. Lighting Standards Measurement and Application........................................ A2-1
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APPENDIX 3. REMEDIAL FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE........................ A3-1

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A3-1
2. Instructions for Remedial Firearms Qualification Course ............................. A3-1
3. Remedial Firearms Qualification Course....................................................... A3-2
APPENDIX 4. TARGETS AND SCORING FOR DOE FIREARMS

QUALIFICATION COURSES .................................................................................... A4-1
1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A4-1
2. Targets............................................................................................................ A4-1
3. Instructions for Scoring DOE Standard Target.............................................. A4-1
4. Instructions for Scoring Standard Military Target......................................... A4-3
5. Instructions for Scoring LFSH Targets.......................................................... A4-3
6. Qualifying Scores and Requirements............................................................. A4-5
APPENDIX 5. PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE SCORING

TEMPLATES................................................................................................................. A5-1
1. Head Scoring Template.................................................................................. A5-1
2. Center of Mass Scoring Template.................................................................. A5-1
APPENDIX 6. PRACTICAL SHOOTING COURSES ..................................................... A6-1

1. Introduction.................................................................................................... A6-1
2. Practical Shooting Course Adjustments......................................................... A6-2
3. Practical Shooting Course Safety................................................................... A6-2
4. DOE Practical Shooting Courses ................................................................... A6-3
SECTION B – USE OF STEEL TARGETS............................................................................B-1

1. Purpose..............................................................................................................B-1
2. General..............................................................................................................B-1
3. Target Placement ..............................................................................................B-4
4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ..............................................................B-6
APPENDIX 1. SAMPLE OF HAZARDS REVIEW ...........................................................B1-1
APPENDIX 2. EXAMPLES OF STEEL TARGETS ..........................................................B2-1
APPENDIX 3. STEEL TARGET SPLATTER ZONES .....................................................B3-1

Protective Force Firearms Qualification Courses Section A
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SECTION A – APPROVED FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES
CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION
1. SCOPE.
a. Firearms qualification courses described in this document are approved by the

Chief, Office of Health, Safety and Security (HSS), for firearms qualification and
requalification to ensure that protective force (PF) personnel are uniformly
qualified with the firearms they are authorized to carry. The courses evaluate
basic shooting skills with various authorized firearms. Additional requirements
for firearms training and qualifications are set forth in 10 Code of Federal
Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 1046, “Physical Protection of Security Interests,” U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE) Manual (M) 470.4-3A, Contractor Protective
Force, and DOE M 470.4-8, Federal Protective Force. The courses provide the
specific implementation of 10 C.F.R. Part 1046, which requires PF personnel to
have the level of skills and knowledge needed to perform all essential functions
associated with PF job responsibilities.
b. PF personnel will achieve high standards of marksmanship and proficiency in

related shooting skills to successfully complete the firearms qualification courses.
Shooting skills are enhanced by training and testing knowledge, skills, and
abilities, as appropriate (e.g., firearms manipulation; target discrimination; the
engagement of moving, multiple, and reactive targets; and shooting under stress).
2. CONTENT. This document devotes separate chapters to basic courses of fire for the
following five types of firearms: handgun, rifle, shotgun, submachine gun (SMG), and
light machine gun (LMG). Two specialized groups of courses: 1) precision rifle; and 2)
live-fire shoot house (LFSH), are also addressed by separate chapters. All courses are
executed under daylight conditions, but selected courses are also fired under reduced
lighting conditions.
a. Appendix 1 provides information on courses that are pending approval.
b. Appendix 2 provides requirements for lighting standards and measurement

techniques.
c. Appendix 3, as well as Chapter XI of DOE M 470.4-3A, Contractor Protective

Force, and Chapter V of DOE M 470.4-8, Federal Protective Force set forth the
remedial qualification course requirements.
d. Appendix 4 provides target specifications and scoring details and requirements.
e. Appendix 5 contains descriptions of scoring templates used during precision rifle

qualification courses.
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f. Appendix 6 describes the practical shooting courses. Consistent with local

collective bargaining agreements and other site considerations, sites are
authorized to substitute selected practical shooting courses from Appendix 6 to be
fired for qualification during one of the semi-annual (at least every 6 months)
qualification periods in lieu of the standard, applicable firearms qualification
courses.
NOTE: Courses of fire from Appendix 1 that are pending approval may be
used also as alternatives for qualification during one of the semi-
annual qualification periods in lieu of the standard, applicable firearms
qualification courses.
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CHAPTER II. DOE FIREARMS QUALIFICATION

COURSE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
1. PURPOSE. To describe the process by which U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

protective force (PF) firearms qualification courses are developed, reviewed, revised,
validated, and approved.
2. SCOPE. The process described herein applies to all PF firearms policy development
participants; notably, the staff of the DOE Office of Security Policy (HS-70), the DOE
National Training Center (NTC) (HS-50), the DOE Firearms Policy Panel (FPP), the
DOE Protective Forces Safety Committee (PFSC), the DOE Training Managers’
Working Group (TMWG), the DOE Training Advisory Committee (TAC), and any
Program Office or site firearms subject matter experts that desire to contribute to any
phase of the process.
3. PROCESS.
a. The long-established review, design, and development process for qualification

courses of fire (COFs) will continue to be followed; involving site firearms
subject matter experts, training managers, the PFSC, the TAC, the NTC, program
office representatives, and the Office of Security Policy.
b. As prescribed by DOE M 470.4-3A, Contractor Protective Force, PF COFs must

be reviewed annually (at least every 12 months) by the DOE FPP, which may
recommend changes, as required, in consultation with the PFSC. These
recommendations will then be forwarded to the TMWG and then to the TAC for
review and concurrence before entering the validation and approval stages.
c. Following the TMWG/TAC review and inclusion of any recommended

modifications, the Director, HS-70, will disseminate instructions for the conduct
of the validation phase.
d. Sites will be offered the opportunity to participate under the oversight of the
DOE-NTC in the validation of COFs that have been modified or newly
developed. For purposes of validation, draft courses can be used in lieu of the
current DOE-approved COFs that are to be replaced.
e. PF personnel who complete a new course successfully will be considered

qualified as if they had completed the standard DOE COF. Officers who do not
successfully complete the new COF will not be penalized and will be given the
opportunity to qualify using the current approved DOE standard COF.
f. Following analysis of the validation phase by the NTC, any resultant

modifications to the COF will be made and a report submitted to the Director,
HS-70. Final coordination of the recommended COFs with Departmental
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Elements will be effected through the staffing of the NTC Validation Report
preparatory to approval by the Chief Health, Safety and Security Officer.
g. A phase-in period of one year for approved COFs (at least two semiannual
requalification cycles) will be prescribed to permit sufficient opportunity for sites
to train personnel to the new course.
4. ROLES.
a. DOE Firearms Policy Panel (FPP).
(1) Consists of firearms subject matter experts representing sites with armed
PFs and Headquarters Departmental Elements.
(2) Reviews DOE Standardized Firearms Qualification COFs and

recommends revisions if required.
(3) Develops new COFs as needed and/or as recommended by members.
(4) Coordinates recommendations for revisions or new COFs with the PFSC.
b. DOE Protective Forces Safety Committee (PFSC).
(1) Consists of Federal safety professionals responsible for site or Department

PF and firearms safety program oversight. May be augmented by site
contractor safety professionals.
(2) Consults with FPP to ensure that established safety requirements are
considered in the development, review, and/or revision of DOE COFs.
c. DOE Training Managers’ Working Group (TMWG).
(1) Consists of Federal and contractor managers responsible for the

administration or oversight of PF training programs.
(2) Provides recommendations for COF development/revision to the FPP.
(3) Reviews COF recommendations forwarded from the FPP.
(4) Provides opinions/recommendations on COFs to the TAC.
d. DOE Training Advisory Committee (TAC).
(1) Consists of senior Federal and contractor PF managers who act in an

advisory capacity to the NTC.
(2) Provides recommendations for COF development/revision to the FPP.

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(3) Reviews COF recommendations forwarded from the FPP through the
TMWG.
(4) Provides opinions/recommendations on COFs to the Director, HS-70.
e. DOE National Training Center (NTC).
(1) Participates in FPP/PFSC deliberations.
(2) Moderates TMWG/TAC reviews.
(3) Oversees COF validation process, analyzes data, constructs report

supporting included recommendations, and submits report to Director, HS-
70.
f. DOE Office of Security Policy.
(1) Moderates FPP activities.
(2) Participates in TMWG/TAC review.
(3) Disseminates memorandum soliciting site participation in validation phase

and monitors the process.
(4) Prepares recommendation for approval of new or revised COFs for

submission to the Chief Health, Safety and Security Officer and staffs
final validation reports through Departmental Elements.
g. Chief Health, Safety and Security Officer.
(1) Ensures that all affected parties have had the opportunity to participate in
the COF development/review process through the FPP, PFSC, TMWG,
TAC and/or Headquarters staffing.
(2) Approves DOE standardized firearms COFs in accordance with the

authority conveyed by 10 C.F.R. 1046 and DOE O 470.4A, Safeguards
and Security Program.
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CHAPTER III. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. General instructions for contractor protective force firearms qualification courses are
located in DOE M 470.4-3A, Chapters IX and XI.
2. General instructions for Federal protective force firearms qualification courses are
located in DOE M 470.4-8, Chapters IV and V, and respective Annexes.
3. If, during any course of fire involving slung rifles or submachine guns, a firearms
instructor issues the command to “let them hang,” the firearms will be suspended from
the slings and remain untouched until the instructor provides further instructions.
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CHAPTER IV. HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The handgun qualification courses evaluate shooters’ marksmanship

and firearm manipulation under daylight and reduced lighting conditions. The U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target must be used for all stages and must be
scored in accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section. Lighting standards for the
Reduced Lighting Handgun Qualification Course are specified in Appendix 2 of this
Section and must be followed strictly whenever a shooter is to be qualified.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.
a. All general instructions for firearms qualification courses in Chapters IX and XI

of DOE M 470.4-3A, Contractor Protective Force, and Chapters IV and V of
DOE M 470.4-8, Federal Protective Force.
b. All draws will be from a snapped or secured holster. Shooters will start with their
hands relaxed, hanging by their sides.
c. Shooters are to decock double-action semiautomatics before holstering.
d. Shooters authorized to carry a semiautomatic pistol while on duty will decock

after each string, and the first round must be fired double-action if the pistol is
equipped with a decocking device. If firing a revolver, all rounds will be fired
double-action.
e. The kneeling position may incorporate support for the shooting hand, but at least
one knee is to touch the ground. Other positions may incorporate support for the
shooting hand as directed.
f. Shooters, when required to fire from either the right or left side of the barricade,
are to use the barricade for cover. Shooters will also use the barricade as cover
when reloading.
g. An approved flashlight is to be used during Stages II and III of the Reduced

Lighting Handgun Qualification Course.
3. DAYLIGHT HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
60 Total Rounds Points Needed to Qualify, 210 at 70% or 240 at 80%
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a short distance.
Yard line: 3
Total rounds: 6
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Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds within 3 seconds.
Strings 2, 3: Same as Stage I, String 1.
Stage II
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds center of mass and 1 round
at the head within 5 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage II, String 1.
Stage III
Technique: Use of the weak hand in lieu of the strong hand to engage a lethal threat at a
short distance. The shooter’s strong arm will not be used for support. The strong hand
will be relaxed and hanging by the shooter’s side.
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Begin with the handgun in the unsupported weak
hand at the low ready. Fire 2 rounds within
4 seconds.
Strings 2, 3: Same as Stage III, String 1.
Stage IV
Technique: Immediate and continuing response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance

and commencement of fire from the low ready.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
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Load with: 6 rounds

Strings: 5
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Draw, fire 2 rounds within 4 seconds. Remain at
the low ready.
String 2: From the low ready, fire 2 rounds within 3 seconds.
String 3: Draw, and fire 2 rounds. Reload and fire 2 rounds.
Time limit: Revolver: 12 seconds
Semiautomatic: 10 seconds
String 4: Same as Stage IV, String 1.
Stage V

while moving to a more advantageous shooting position, reloading, and commencing fire
from the low-ready.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 5
Position: Standing and kneeling
Procedure: String 1: Draw, kneel, and fire 2 rounds within 5 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage V, String 1.
String 3: From the standing position, draw and fire 2 rounds.
Reload while assuming a kneeling position and fire
2 rounds.
String 4: From the standing position, draw and fire 2 rounds
within 5 seconds. Remain at the low ready.
String 5: From the low-ready position, fire 2 rounds within 3
seconds.
Stage VI

and use of a barricade for cover while firing from the left and right sides of the barricade
in standing, kneeling, and prone positions and while reloading. Use of the barricade for
support is optional.
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
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Load with: 6 rounds

Strings: 5
Position: Standing, kneeling, and prone
Procedure: String 1: Draw, assume a standing left barricade position, and
fire 2 rounds within 5 seconds.
String 2: Draw, assume a standing right barricade position,
and fire 2 rounds within 5 seconds.
String 3: Draw, assume a kneeling left barricade position,
and fire 2 rounds. Reload, move to a kneeling right
barricade position, and fire 2 more rounds.
String 4: Draw, assume a prone position, and fire 2 rounds
within 10 seconds.
String 5: Same as Stage VI, String 4.
Stage VII
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a long distance while using the
standing, kneeling, and prone barricade positions (right or left barricade positions at
shooter’s option).
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 3
Position: Standing, kneeling, and prone
Procedure: String 1: Draw, assume a standing barricade position (shooter
option of left or right side), and fire 2 rounds within
8 seconds.
String 2: Draw, assume kneeling barricade position (shooter
option of left or right side), and fire 2 rounds within
10 seconds.
within 12 seconds.
4. REDUCED LIGHTING HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
24 Total Rounds 84 Points at 70% or 96 Points at 80%
Stage I
Technique: Target identification, marksmanship, and firearm manipulation while

engaging a lethal threat at a short distance.
Lighting standard: Dim light
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Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 5
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Draw, fire 2 rounds within 5 seconds, and
assume a low-ready position.
String 2: From the low ready, fire 2 rounds within 3 seconds.
String 3: Draw and fire 2 rounds. Reload and fire 2 more
rounds.
String 4: Same as Stage I, String 1.
Stage II
Technique: Use of the flashlight to enhance target identification and marksmanship

while engaging a lethal threat at a short distance.
Lighting standard: Dark
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready with handgun and
flashlight, fire 2 rounds within 4 seconds.
Strings 2, 3: Same as Stage II, String 1.
Stage III
Technique: Use of the flashlight to enhance target identification and marksmanship

while engaging a lethal threat at a moderate distance.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready with handgun and flashlight,
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5. SECURITY POLICE OFFICER (SPO)-III DAY COMBINED HANDGUN

QUALIFICATION COURSE.
58 Total Rounds 261 Points at 90%
This course evaluates an SPO-III’s marksmanship and manipulation skills in both

stationary and shooting-on-the-move environments. This course combines all aspects of
the current Daylight Handgun Qualification Course (see paragraph 3 above) and the
current Handgun Shooting-on-the-Move Qualification Course in Chapter XI of this
Section. The DOE Standard Target is used for all stages and scored in accordance with
Appendix 4 of this Section.
Special instructions:

DOE M 470.4-8, Federal Protective Force, apply.
b. All draws are from a snapped or secured holster. Shooters will start with their
c. Shooters will decock double-action semiautomatics before holstering.
d. All movement stages will begin with the shooter in the low-ready position and the
handgun in a full-load configuration.
e. It is the shooter’s responsibility to manage his or her ammunition. Shooters will

be given an opportunity at the beginning of each stage to “make ready.” The
shooter may then tactically reload with a full magazine at his or her discretion.
However, Stage VIII requires a mandatory lock-back; therefore, a 1-round
magazine will be used.
f. The kneeling position may incorporate support for the shooting hand, but at least
one knee will touch the ground. Other positions may incorporate support for the
shooting hand, as directed.
g. Shooters, when required to fire from either the left or right side of the barricade,
will use it for cover and may use it for support. Shooters will also use the
barricade as cover when reloading.
h. The rifle/submachine gun (SMG) will be carried by the shooters through the end
of Stage IX, after which it will be racked at the direction of the instructors.
i. Any rounds fired from a stationary position when they should have been fired
on-the-move will be deducted at full value from the total score.
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j. SPO-III’s firing this course for qualification will wear the equipment required for
duty during tactical response situations.
k. Shooters will wear an approved protective mask during Stage VII, VIII, and IX of
this course.
l. Targets will be scored at the completion of Stage IX (30 rounds) and Stage XII
(28 rounds) in accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section.
NOTE: The SPO-III is required to fire the course while wearing an unloaded, slung
rifle/SMG.
Stage I

Yard line: 3
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Load with: Full load
Strings: 2
Position: Stationary; standing
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds center mass within 3
seconds.
Stage II
Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds center mass and 1 round to
the head within 4 seconds.
Stage III
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance and

commencement of fire from the low ready.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
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Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds center mass within seconds.
Stage IV
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving and

commencement of fire from the low ready.
Yard line: Start at 7; move to 3

Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, while moving, fire 1 round to
Strings 2-4: Same as Stage IV, String 1.
Stage V
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance using only the strong hand
while moving and commencement of fire from the low ready.

Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, while moving, fire 2 rounds,
strong hand only, center mass within 3 seconds.
Stage VI
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance using only the weak hand while
moving and commencement of fire from the low ready.

Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, while moving, fire 2 rounds,
weak hand only, center mass, within 4 seconds.
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Stage VII
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving and

commencement of fire from the low ready while wearing a protective mask.

Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving; wearing a protective mask
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, while moving, fire 2 rounds
center mass and 1 round to the head within
4 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage VII, String 1.
Stage VIII
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a moderate to short distance while wearing a

protective mask, moving, speed loading, and commencement of fire from the low ready.

Total rounds: 8 (2 magazines or speed loaders)
Targets: 1
Load with: 1-round chambered and a 1-round magazine inserted in the firearm
(mandatory lock-back); carrying a fully loaded magazine
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, while moving, fire 2 rounds
center mass, reload, and fire 2 rounds center mass,
while continuing to move within 7 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage VIII, String 1.
Stage IX
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while wearing a

protective mask.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing
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Procedure: String 1: Draw, fire 2 rounds center mass within 4 seconds.
NOTE: Before continuing to next stage, the SPO-III will un-sling the rifle/SMG and
place the rifle/SMG in a rack or ground it in a safe location.
Stage X

while speed loading and moving to a more advantageous position.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Stationary; standing and kneeling
Procedure: String 1: Standing, draw and fire 2 rounds center mass. Speed
reload while assuming a kneeling position, and fire
2 rounds center mass within 12 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage X, String 1.
Stage XI

in standing, kneeling, and prone positions and speed loading. Use of the weak hand for
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 10
Targets: 1
Strings: 4
Position: Stationary; standing, kneeling, and prone
Procedure: String 1: Draw, assume a standing left barricade position, and
fire 2 rounds center mass within 5 seconds.
String 2: Draw, assume a standing right barricade position,
and fire 2 rounds center mass within 5 seconds.
String 3: Draw, assume a kneeling left barricade position,
and fire 2 rounds center mass. Speed reload,
assume a kneeling right barricade position, and fire
2 rounds center mass within 14 seconds.
enter mass within 10 seconds.
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CHAPTER V. RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The courses of fire for the rifle, evaluate shooters’ marksmanship
and firearm manipulation under daylight and reduced lighting conditions. The U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target must be used for all stages and scored in
accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section. Lighting standards for the Reduced
Lighting Rifle Qualification Course are specified in Appendix 2 of this Section and are to
be followed strictly whenever a shooter is to be qualified.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES.

b. Rifle slings may be used but will remain loose until the command to commence
firing for each string of fire (e.g., a hasty sling may be adopted after the command
to commence firing).
c. Carbines authorized for duty may include 9mm, .45 caliber, and other bore sizing
designed to fire handgun cartridges.
d. Security Police Officers (SPOs) armed for duty with a rifle or carbine capable of
firing in the semiautomatic, full automatic, or 3-round burst mode will fire a
qualification course for each setting.
e. All strings will start from the standing low-ready position, half-load
configuration, and with the selector lever in the safe position unless specified
otherwise.
f. Shooters are to place the selector lever to the safe position after every string.
3. DAYLIGHT SEMIAUTOMATIC RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE.
30 Total Rounds 105 points at 70% or 120 points at 80%
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 1 magazine
Strings: 3
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Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Charge, and fire 2 rounds within 4 seconds.
String 2: Full-load configuration, fire 2 rounds within
3 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance.
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
String 2: Full-load configuration, fire 2 rounds within 3
seconds.
Stage III
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while moving to

a more advantageous shooting position.
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing to kneeling
Procedure: String 1: From standing, assume a kneeling position while
charging, and fire 2 rounds within 7 seconds.
String 2: From standing, full-load configuration, assume a
kneeling position, and fire 2 rounds within
5 seconds.
String 3: Same as Stage III, String 2.
Stage IV
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a long distance while moving to a

more advantageous shooting position.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 4
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Targets: 1
Strings: 2
7 seconds.
Stage V
Technique: Immediate and continuing response to a lethal threat at a long distance while
moving to a more advantageous shooting position and reloading.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 4 (2 magazines, 2 rounds each)
Targets: 1
Load with: 1 magazine, 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Standing to prone
Procedure: String 1: From standing, assume the prone position while
charging, and fire 2 rounds. Reload and fire
2 rounds within 20 seconds.
Stage VI
Technique: Immediate and continuing response to a lethal threat at a long distance while
moving to a more advantageous shooting position and reloading.
Yard line: 100

Targets: 1
Load with: 1 magazine, 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: From standing, assume the prone position while
charging, and fire 2 rounds. Reload and fire
4. REDUCED LIGHTING SEMIAUTOMATIC RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE.
Stage I
Technique: Immediate and continual response to a lethal threat at a short distance.

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Yard line: 7
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
String 2: Full-load configuration, fire 2 rounds. Reload and
String 3: Full-load configuration, fire 2 rounds within
4 seconds.
Stage II


NOTE: When conducting Stage II, if the rifle is equipped
with an illuminating device, the stage is to be fired
under the Dark Light Standard while using the
illuminating device.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
5 seconds.
Stage III


Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
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Strings: 3
Positions: Standing to prone
Procedure: String 1: From standing, assume a prone position, while
prone position, and fire 2 rounds within 7 seconds.
5. AUTOMATIC RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES.
a. Daylight 3-Round-Burst Qualification Course.
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a short distance using a

controlled burst of fire.
Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Charge, and fire one 3-round burst within
4 seconds.
String 2: Full-load configuration, fire one 3-round
burst within 3 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a short distance using

controlled bursts of fire.
Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Charge, and fire two 3-round bursts within
5 seconds.
String 2: Full-load configuration, fire two 3-round
bursts within 4 seconds.
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Stage III

Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Charge, and fire one 3-round burst within 4
seconds.
burs within 3 seconds.
Stage IV
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance using a

Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
4 seconds.
b. Reduced Lighting 3-Round-Burst Qualification Course.
Stage I


Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
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Strings: 2
Position: Standing
4 seconds.
Stage II


Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing
5 seconds.
Stage III


Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
4 seconds.
Stage IV


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NOTE: When conducting Stage IV, if the rifle is

equipped with an illuminating device, the
stage is to be fired under the Dark Light
Standard while using the illuminating
device.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
4 seconds.
c. Daylight Full Automatic Qualification Course.
Stage I

Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
5 seconds.
Stage II

Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
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Strings: 3
Position: Standing
5 seconds.
Stage III

Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing
4 seconds.
d. Reduced Lighting Full Automatic Qualification Course.
Stage I


Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
5 seconds.
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Stage II


Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
5 seconds.
Stage III
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance using


NOTE: When conducting Stage III, if the rifle is
equipped with an illuminating device, the
stage is to be fired under the Dark Light
Standard while using the illuminating
device.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
5 seconds.
6. DAYLIGHT SPO-III COMBINED RIFLE/SMG QUALIFICATION COURSE.

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NOTE: This course is to evaluate an SPO-IIIs marksmanship and manipulation skills in

both stationary and shooting on the move environments. This course combines all
aspects of the current Daylight Rifle/Submachine Gun (SMG) Qualification Course
(Chapter VII of this Section) and the current SMG Shooting-on-the-Move Qualification
Course (Chapter XI of this Section). The DOE Standard Target will be used for all stages
and scored in accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section. A minimum score of 90
percent is required for qualification.
This course is designed to address the skills necessary for SPO-III personnel in a variety
of situations, from response to close quarters battle (CQB). In the event that a site has
chosen to equip its Special Response Team (SRT) with a rifle with full and/or
semiautomatic fire capabilities instead of a SMG for CQB operations, this Qualification
Course will still be used to assess the shooters’ skills. When such rifles are capable of
semiautomatic fire only, the applicable procedure for Stages I, III, IV, V, and VI will be
utilized semiautomatic only. The required scoring percentages will be maintained.
Special instructions:
a. The rifle/SMG will be in the full-load configuration, in a low-ready position, and

with the selector lever in the safe position at the beginning of each stage.
b. Shooters are to manipulate the selector lever to the appropriate firing position at
the beginning of each stage.
c. Shooters are to place the selector lever in the safe position after every stage.
d. Shooters will use the rifle/SMG sling for each string, with the weak hand gripping
the hand guard inside the sling.
e. The handgun will be secured in the holster in a full-load condition as stipulated by

site-specific duty requirements.
f. SPO-III’s firing this course for qualification will wear the equipment required for
duty during tactical response situations.
g. Shooters will wear an approved protective mask during Stages V, VI, and VII of
this course.
h. Any rounds fired from a stationary position when they should have been fired
on-the-move will be deducted at full value from the total score.
i. In the event that site specific firearms allow for semiautomatic fire only, stages
requiring automatic fire may be fired on semiautomatic. In such cases when a
2 round burst is required, 1 shot will be fired on semi-auto and the number of
rounds required for each auto stage will be adjusted accordingly. However, the
minimum qualification score will be no less than 90 percent of the maximum
score.
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j. Targets will be scored at the completion of Stage IV (36 rounds on automatic, or

22 rounds on semiautomatic) and Stage XI (48 rounds on automatic or 38 rounds
on semiautomatic).
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a short distance using controlled

bursts of fire in the automatic mode.
Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to the automatic
mode, fire two 2-round bursts center mass followed
by one 2-round burst to the head within 3 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving and firing in the
semiautomatic mode.

Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to the semiautomatic
mode, move while firing 1 round to the head within
3 seconds.
Stage III
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance, while moving, and using
controlled bursts of fire in the automatic mode.

Total rounds: 12
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
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mode, move while firing two 2-round bursts center
mass and one 2-round burst to the head within
4 seconds.
Stage IV
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a moderate to short distance while moving and
using controlled bursts of fire in the semi/automatic mode. Transition from the
rifle/SMG to the handgun.

Total rounds: 10
Targets: 1
Load with: Rifle/SMG – Full load with 2 rounds (1 in chamber, 1 in
magazine)
Handgun – Full load
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the rifle/SMG selector lever to the
automatic mode and have the handgun holstered.
Move while firing one 2-round burst to center mass,
attempt to fire a second 2-round burst to center
mass, transition to the handgun, and fire 2 rounds to
center mass and 1 round to the head within
8 seconds.
Stage V
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving and using
controlled bursts of fire in the automatic mode while wearing a protective mask.

Total rounds: 12
Strings: 2
Position: Moving; wearing a protective mask.
mode, move while firing two 2-round bursts to
center mass and one 2-round burst to the head
within 4 seconds.
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Stage VI
using controlled bursts of fire in the automatic mode while wearing a protective mask.

Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving; wearing a protective mask
mode, move while firing two 2-round bursts to
center mass within 4 seconds.
Stage VII
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while firing on

semiautomatic mode and wearing a protective mask.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Stationary; standing and wearing a protective mask.
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to the
semiautomatic mode, fire 2 rounds center mass
within 3 seconds.
Stage VIII

a more advantageous shooting position and firing in the semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Stationary; standing to kneeling.
Procedure: String 1: Begin in the standing position and manipulate the
selector lever to the semiautomatic mode, assume a
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kneeling position, and fire 2 rounds center mass

within 4 seconds.
Stage IX

while reloading and moving to a more advantageous position and firing in the
semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Stationary; standing and kneeling
Procedure: String 1: Begin in the standing position, manipulate the
selector lever to the semiautomatic mode, fire
2 rounds center mass, speed reload, move to a
kneeling position, and fire 2 rounds center mass
within 12 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage IX, String 1.
Stage X
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a long distance in the semiautomatic

mode firing from a kneeling barricade and prone position.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 4
Position: Stationary; kneeling barricade and prone
selector lever to the semiautomatic mode, move to a
kneeling barricade position, and fire 2 rounds center
mass within 6 seconds.
NOTE: The barricade will be used for cover and
may be used for support in the kneeling
position. Right-handed shooters will fire
from the right-side barricade, and left-
handed shooters will fire from the left-
side barricade.
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String 3: Begin in the standing position with the selector

lever set on semiautomatic mode, move to a prone
position, and fire 2 rounds center mass within
8 seconds.
Stage XI
Technique: Immediate and continual response to a lethal threat at a long distance, while
moving to a more advantageous shooting position, shooting in the semiautomatic mode,
and reloading.
Yard line: 100

Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Stationary; prone
selector lever to the semiautomatic mode, move to a
prone position, and fire 2 rounds center mass.
Reload and fire 2 rounds center mass within
20 seconds.
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CHAPTER VI. SHOTGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The shotgun qualification courses evaluate shooters’ marksmanship

and firearm manipulation under daylight and reduced lighting conditions and with
different types of ammunition. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target
must be used for all stages and scored in accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section.
Lighting standards for the Reduced Lighting Shotgun Qualification Course are specified
in Appendix 2 of this Section and is to be followed strictly whenever a shooter will be
qualified.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOTGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.

b. The chamber is to be empty, the action closed, and the safety on at the beginning
of each stage.
c. The action is closed and the safety on before loading at the beginning of each
stage.
d. Shooters will begin each string standing with the shotgun at the low-ready
position.
e. Shooters will move the safety to the “on” position at the end of each string.
3. DAYLIGHT SHOTGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
10 Total Rounds If 9 pellets per round, 63 points at 70% or 72 points at 80%

If 12 pellets per round, 84 points at 70% or 96 points at 80%
Stage I
Technique: Immediate and continuing response to a lethal threat at a short distance while
reloading.
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Load with: 3 rounds in the magazine tube
Strings: 1
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Charge, and fire 2 rounds. Load 1 round in the
magazine tube, and fire 2 rounds within 12 seconds.
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Stage II
Technique: Immediate and continual response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance,

while changing shooting position and reloading, using an alternate method to load.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Charge, and fire 2 rounds from a standing position.
While assuming the kneeling position, load 1 round
through the ejection port and close the action, load
1 round in the magazine tube, and fire 2 rounds
within 15 seconds.
Stage III

Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Charge and fire 1 round from a standing position;
kneel and fire 1 round within 6 seconds.
4. REDUCED LIGHTING SHOTGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
10 Total Rounds If 9 pellets per round, 63 points at 70% or 72 points at 80%

If 12 pellets per round, 84 points at 70% or 96 points at 80%
The Reduced Lighting Shotgun Qualification Course is fired using the Dim Light
Standard. It consists of three stages that are identical to the Daylight Shotgun
Qualification Course.
NOTE: When conducting Stage I, if the shotgun is equipped with an illuminating device,
the stage is to be fired under the Dark Light Standard while using the illuminating device.
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5. SHOTGUN SLUG QUALIFICATION COURSE.
Stage I

Yard line: 35
Total rounds: 3
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: From a low-ready position while standing, charge,
and fire 1 round within 5 seconds.
String 2: From the low-ready, assume a kneeling position
while charging, and fire 2 rounds within 7 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a long distance while moving to a

more advantageous shooting position.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: From the low-ready, assume a kneeling position
while charging, and fire 2 rounds within 9 seconds.
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CHAPTER VII. SUBMACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The submachine gun (SMG) courses evaluate shooters’

marksmanship and firearm manipulation under daylight and reduced lighting conditions.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target must be used for all stages and
scored in accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section. The lighting standards for the
Reduced Lighting SMG Qualification Course specified in Appendix 2 of this Section will
be followed strictly whenever a shooter is to be qualified.
NOTE: The courses address the skills necessary for close quarters battle (CQB)
situations. Sites that have chosen semiautomatic and/or full automatic rifles for CQB
situations will use this course to assess shooters’ skills. When such rifles are capable of
semiautomatic fire only, strings of fire (e.g., 1 round to replace the 2-round burst) and
scoring will be modified appropriately, where indicated. Required SMG qualification
scoring percentages will be maintained.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.

b. The SMG will be at full-load, at the low-ready position, and with the selector
lever in the safe position at the beginning of each string.
c. Shooters will use the SMG sling for each string with the weak hand gripping the
forearm inside the sling.
d. Shooters will place the selector lever in the safe position after every stage.
3. DAYLIGHT SUBMACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
60 Total Rounds 210 points at 70% or 240 at 80%
Stage I

Yard line: 3
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
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Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to automatic, and fire

two 2-round bursts within 2 seconds.
Stage II

Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to automatic, fire two
2-round bursts center of mass, followed by a
2-round burst to the head within 3 seconds.
Stage III

bursts of fire in the semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to semiautomatic, fire
2 rounds center of mass and 1 round to the head
within 3 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage III, String I.
Stage IV

bursts of fire in the automatic mode and continuing to fire after reloading.
Yard line: 7
Targets: 1
String: 1
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Position: Standing
2-round bursts, reload, and fire two 2-round bursts
within 10 seconds.
Stage V

bursts of fire in the semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to semiautomatic, and
String 2: Same as Stage V, String 1
Stage VI
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance using controlled

Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 8
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Procedure: String 1: Manipulate the selector lever to automatic, and fire
two 2-round bursts within 3 seconds.
Stage VII
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance using the

semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 6
Position: Standing
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fire 1 round to the head within 3 seconds.
Strings 2-6 Same as Stage VII, String 1.
Stage VIII

a more advantageous shooting position, using the semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Begin in standing position, manipulate the selector
lever to semiautomatic, kneel, and fire 2 rounds
within 4 seconds.
Stage IX
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at long distance while moving to a

more advantageous shooting position, using the semiautomatic mode.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Procedures: String 1: Begin in a standing position, manipulate the
selector, lever to semiautomatic, assume a prone
position, and fire 2 rounds within 6 seconds.
String 2: Same as Stage IX, String 1.
4. REDUCED LIGHTING SUBMACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a short distance using the automatic
mode.

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Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing
2-round bursts center of mass, followed by a
2-round burst to the head within 3 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a short distance using the

semiautomatic mode.

NOTE: When conducting Stage II, if the SMG is equipped
Yard line: 5
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
2 rounds center of mass and 1 round to the head
within 3 seconds.
Stage III

semiautomatic mode and continuing to fire after reloading.

Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 4 (2 magazines, 2 rounds in each)
Targets: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing
2 rounds, reload, and fire 2 rounds within
10 seconds.
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Stage IV

semiautomatic mode.

NOTE: When conducting Stage IV, if the SMG is equipped
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing
Stage V
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance, while moving to


Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Procedure: String 1: Begin standing, manipulate the selector lever to
semiautomatic, kneel, and fire 2 rounds within
4 seconds.
Strings 2, 3: Same as Stage V, String 1.
Stage VI
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance, while moving to


Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
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Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Begin standing, manipulate with selector lever to
semiautomatic, assume a prone position, and fire
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CHAPTER VIII. LIGHT MACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. Courses for the light machine gun (LMG) evaluate and test a
gunner’s marksmanship and firearm manipulation under daylight conditions for the
authorized LMG assigned to that gunner. Distances will be measured in meters.
Standard military 10-meter targets will be used for all stages and scored in accordance
with Appendix 4 of this Section.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIGHT MACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.

b. Firearms instructors will ensure gunners achieve a correct half-load condition

during stages requiring that condition.
c. A malfunctioning LMG will be replaced immediately if it is apparent that general

malfunction clearing procedures will not remedy the problem.
d. On M-60s, the gunner will ease the bolt forward during assembly, disassembly,
and function check to prevent damage to the feed tray assembly and operating-rod
assembly. A gunner must not close the feed tray cover with the bolt forward to
avoid damage to parts of the feed tray cover and the bolt.
e. On Heckler and Koch (HK) LMGs, the gunner will perform the function check
without an ammunition box mounted.
f. On HKs in the half-load configuration, the gunner will ensure a round is present
over the cartridge feed lever before closing the belt-feed unit.
g. For both the M-60 and the HK, a gunner will qualify in the LMG Manipulation
Qualification Course before being allowed to fire the LMG Qualification Course.
3. FULL AUTOMATIC LIGHT MACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.
a. M-60 Manipulation Qualification Course.
41 Total Rounds Manipulation Test only; no firing for points (including one
dummy round)
Stage I
Technique: Clear the M-60 following procedures.
Meter line: 10
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Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
M-60 condition: Cleared with the selector lever in the safe position, the bolt
forward, and the feed tray cover closed.
Procedure: The gunner is to complete the following, in order, without a
time limit:
(1) ensure the selector lever is in the safe position;
(2) raise the feed tray cover and feed tray
simultaneously; inspect/remove links or
ammunition;
(3) move the selector lever to the fire position;
(4) pull the cocking handle to the rear, with the
palm facing up, to lock the bolt in its rear
position. Return the cocking handle to the
forward position and move the selector lever to
the safe position;
(5) check the feed tray, receiver group, and
chamber to ensure they are clear;
(6) lower the feed tray and close the feed tray cover,
move selector lever to the fire position, pull the
cocking handle to the rear, and pull the trigger
while manually easing the bolt forward; and
(7) move the selector lever to the safe position.
Stage II
Technique: Conduct an M-60 function check following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
time limit:
ammunition;
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position. Return the cocking handle to the
forward position and move the selector lever to
the safe position;
(6) lower the feed tray and close the feed tray cover,
move selector lever to the fire position, pull the
cocking handle to the rear, and pull the trigger
while manually easing the bolt forward; and
Stage III
Technique: Load and zero the M-60 following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 2
Load with: 1 round
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
Procedure: The gunner is to complete the following, in order, without
time limit:
(1) set the rear sight at 500 M and zero windage;
(2) load 1 round;
(3) position the body and grip the M-60 for firing;
(4) obtain sight alignment and sight picture; fire 1
round on target A1;
(5) repeat steps (2), (3), and (4) for each round
fired;
(6) locate the center of the shot group;
(7) calculate and apply sight corrections;
(8) fire 1 round on target A1;
(10) fire 1 round on target A1;
(12) fire 1 confirming round on target A2;
(13) adjust range plate scale to read 500 m;
simultaneously; and
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(15) clear.
Stage IV
Technique: Load the M-60 and engage a specified target.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
M-60 condition: Cleared and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position, the bolt forward, and the feed tray cover closed.
time limit:
position, and return the cocking handle to the
forward position;
(3) move the selector lever to the safe position;
simultaneously; ensure that the feed tray,
receiver group, and chamber are clear;
(5) place the first round of belt in the feed tray
groove, double link leading and the open side of
links down;
(6) ensure that the first round remains in the tray
groove, lower the feed tray, and close the feed
tray cover while holding the belt up,
approximately 6 rounds from the loading end;
(8) engage target A3 with a 6-round burst achieving
at least 2 hits;
(9) raise the feed tray cover and the feed tray
simultaneously; and
(10) clear.
Stage V
Technique: Load the M-60 to a half-load condition and manipulate to a full load
before engaging a specified target.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 6
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Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
M-60 condition: Half loaded and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position, the bolt forward, and the feed tray cover closed.
time limit:
(1) bring to a full load;
(2) engage target A4 with a 6-round burst,
achieving at least 2 hits;
simultaneously; and
(4) clear.
Stage VI
Technique: Load the M-60 to a full load and reload while engaging specified
targets.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 12 (two 6-round belts)
Targets: 2
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
M-60 condition: Cleared and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position, the bolt forward, and the feed tray cover open.
time limit:
(1) full load with one 6-round belt;
at least 2 hits;
(3) reload;
at least 2 hits;
simultaneously; and
(6) clear.
Stage VII
Technique: Load the M-60 to a half-load condition, manipulate to a full load, and
apply immediate action while engaging specified targets.
Meter line: 10
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Total rounds: 12 plus 1 dummy round

Targets: 2
Load with: 12 plus 1 dummy round placed between the 4th and 8th
round
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
M-60 condition: Half loaded and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position.
time limit:
(2) engage target A7 with a 6-round burst and target
A8 with a 6-round burst achieving at least 2 hits
per target;
(3) complete immediate action within 10 seconds
when required;
simultaneously; and
(5) clear.
b. M-60 Qualification Course.
49 Total Rounds 168 points at 70% or 192 points at 80% (including one
dummy round)
Stage I
Technique: Clear the M-60 following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
Procedure: Within 40 seconds, the gunner is to complete the following,
in order:
ammunition;
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position, return the cocking handle to the
forward position, and move the selector lever to
the safe position;
(6) close the feed tray cover, move the selector
lever to the fire position, pull the locking handle
to the rear, and pull the trigger while manually
easing the bolt forward; and
Stage II
Technique: Conduct an M-60 function check following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
in order:
position, and return the cocking handle to the
forward position;
(3) move the selector lever to the safe position;
(4) while holding the cocking handle to the rear,
pull the trigger (should not fire);
(6) while holding the cocking handle, pull the
trigger and ease the bolt forward manually; and
Stage III
Technique: Load the M-60 to a half-load condition, manipulate to a full load,

reload, and apply immediate action while engaging specified targets.
Meter line: 10
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Total rounds: 48 plus 1 dummy round (2 belts: a 24-round and a 25-round

with dummy between 6th and 18th round)
Targets: 8
Load with: 24-round belt
Strings: 1
M-60 condition: Half loaded (24-round belt) and zeroed with the selector
lever in the safe position.
Procedure: Within 2 minutes, the gunner is to complete the following,
in order:
(1) bring to full load;
(2) engage targets B5, B6, B7, and B8 with one
burst each, in any order;
(3) reload with the 25-round belt;
(4) engage targets B1, B2, B3, and B4 with one
burst each, in any order;
when required;
simultaneously;
(7) clear;
(8) each target must sustain at least 2 hits;
(9) only 9 bursts may be fired (8 bursts with live
rounds and 1 burst with a dummy round); and
(10) time will stop at completion of burst 9.
4. SELECTIVE FIRE LIGHT MACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.
a. HK Manipulation Qualification Course.
41 Total Rounds Manipulation Test only; no firing for points (including one
dummy round)
Stage I
Technique: Clear the HK 21/23E LMG.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
HK condition: Cleared with the selector lever in the safe position, the bolt
forward, and the belt-feed unit closed.
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time limit:
(2) swing down the belt-feed unit and visually
ensure that no ammunition or spent links are in
the belt-feed unit; and
(3) lock the cocking handle to the rear and visually
check for ammunition in the chamber.
Stage II
Technique: Conduct an HK function check following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
time limit:
(1) ensure the firearm is clear, per Stage I;
(2) check for unrestricted motion of the cocking
lever;
(3) cock;
(4) with the selector lever in the safe position, pull
the trigger (should not fire);
(5) move the selector lever to semiautomatic; pull
and hold the trigger to the rear (the hammer
should fall);
(6) keep the trigger to the rear and cock, release the
trigger (the sear should audibly engage), and
pull the trigger (the hammer should fall);
(7) cock;
(8) move the selector lever to the 3-round-burst
position, pull the trigger, and hold to the rear
(the hammer should fall), pull the cocking lever
back, let it go slowly forward, and use the
forward assist to seat the bolt (the hammer
should fall again and the trigger should now
move freely);
(9) move the selector lever to the full automatic
position and repeat steps (7) and (8);
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(10) check the sprocket wheel in the belt-feed unit

(should rotate easily in the clockwise direction
and lock up in the counterclockwise direction);
and
(11) inspect the HK’s underside and cock it several
times (the sprocket should visually rotate every
time the firearm is cocked).
Stage III
Technique: Load and zero the HK following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 2
Load with: 4 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
Procedure: String 1: The gunner is to complete the following, in
order, without a time limit:
(1) load;
(2) obtain the correct position and grip;
(3) set sights at 600 M and zero windage;
(4) obtain sight alignment and sight picture on
target A1;
(5) fire 3 single rounds;
(6) locate the center of the group;
(7) calculate and apply sight corrections, if
necessary;
(8) fire a confirming round on target A2;
(9) adjust the range plate scale to read 600 m; and
(10) clear.
Stage IV
Technique: Load the HK and engage a specified target.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
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HK condition: Cleared and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position, the bolt forward, and the belt-feed unit open.
(1) insert the belt with the first round resting against
the cartridge stop on the belt-feed unit;
(2) move the cartridge guide down until it engages
the belt feed unit;
(3) swivel belt-feed unit upward until the catch
lever engages (the HK is now half loaded);
(4) bring to full load;
position;
(6) engage target A3 with two 3-round bursts; and
(7) clear.
Stage V
Technique: Bring the HK from a half-load to a full-load condition, and engage a

specified target.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
HK condition: Half loaded and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position.
(2) engage target A4 with two 3-round bursts
achieving a minimum of two hits; and
(3) clear.
Stage VI
Technique: Load the HK and engage specified targets while reloading.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 12 (two 6-round belts)
Targets: 2
Load with: 6 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
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HK condition: Cleared and zeroed with the selector lever in the safe
position, the bolt forward, and the belt-feed unit open.
(1) full load with one 6-round belt;
(2) engage target A5 with two 3-round bursts;
(3) reload;
(4) engage target A6 with two 3-round bursts;
(5) each target must sustain at least 2 hits; and
(6) clear.
Stage VII
Technique: Bring the HK from half-load to full-load condition, and engage

specified targets while applying immediate action.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 12 plus 1 dummy round
Targets: 2
Load with: 12 rounds and dummy round between 4th and 8th round.
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
HK condition: Half loaded and zeroed with selector lever in the safe
position.
(2) engage target A7 with two 3-round bursts and
target A8 with two 3-round bursts;
when required;
(4) each target must sustain at least 2 hits; and
(5) clear.
b. HK Qualification Course.
49 Total Rounds 168 Points at 70% or 192 Points at 80% (including one
dummy round)
Stage I
Technique: Clear the HK following procedures.

Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
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Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
in order:
(2) swing down the belt-feed unit and visually
check to ensure no ammunition or spent links
are in it; and
(3) lock the cocking handle to the rear and visually
check for ammunition in the chamber.
Stage II
Technique: Conduct an HK function check following procedures.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 0
Targets: 0
Load with: 0
Strings: 0
Position: Prone
in order:
(1) ensure the HK is clear;
(2) check for unrestricted motion of the cocking
lever;
(3) cock;
(4) with the selector lever in the safe position, pull
the trigger (should not fire);
(5) move the selector lever to semiautomatic; pull
and hold the trigger to the rear (the hammer
should fall);
(6) holding the trigger to the rear, cock, release the
trigger (engagement of the sear should be
heard), and pull the trigger (the hammer should
fall);
(7) cock;
position, pull and hold the trigger to the rear (the
hammer should fall), pull the cocking lever
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back, and let it go slowly forward, use the

forward assist to seat the bolt (the hammer
should fall again and the trigger should now
move freely);
(9) move the selector lever to the full automatic
position and repeat steps (7) and (8);
(10) check the sprocket wheel in the belt-feed unit
(should rotate easily in the clockwise direction
and lock up in counterclockwise direction); and
(11) inspect the HK’s underside and cock several
times (the sprocket should visually rotate every
time the HK is cocked).
Stage III
Technique: Bring the HK from half load to full load, and engage specified targets
while reloading and applying immediate action.
Meter line: 10
Total rounds: 48 plus 1 dummy round (2 belts: (1) a 24-round and (2) a
25-round with dummy between 6th and 18th round)
Targets: 8
Load with: 24-round belt
Strings: 1
Position: Prone
HK condition: Half loaded (with 24-round belt) and zeroed with the
selector lever in the safe position.
Procedure: String 1: Within 2 minutes, the gunner is to complete the
following, in order.
(2) engage targets B5, B6, B7, and B8 with two
3-round bursts each, in any order;
(3) reload with 25-round belt;
(4) engage targets B1, B2, B3, and B4 with two
3-round bursts each, in any order;
when required; and
(6) clear.
NOTE: Only 17 bursts will be fired and each target should

sustain at least 2 hits. Time stops after completing burst
#17.
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CHAPTER IX. PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The Precision Rifle Qualification Courses evaluate a shooter’s

marksmanship with, and manipulation of, a bolt action or semiautomatic precision rifle
equipped with a scope, at various distances while engaging stationary and moving targets.
An observer/spotter accompanies the shooter during the stages to assist the shooter with
the identification and evaluation of the target. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Standard Target must be used for all stages and scored in accordance with Appendix 4 of
this Section.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES.

b. Shooters will begin all stages, except Stage I of the Day Precision Rifle
Qualification Course, with the rifle in a full-load condition.
c. Shooters will use rifles authorized for duty and equipped with slings and scopes.
The rifles may be equipped with an attached support such as a bi-pod.
d. Shooters will ensure rifles are in a safe condition at the conclusion of each string.
e. Shooters are to engage moving targets, which traverse the range at a speed of 4 to
6 feet per second, and be exposed for firing for a minimum of 4 and a maximum
of 6 seconds while moving, or available for firing for 3 seconds when they are
stopped.
f. Shooters will fail the course if a hit is confirmed in a prohibited strike zone.
g. The cold, clean barrel requirement in Stage I will be met by a rifle taken to the
range in its duty-ready condition. Sight adjustments may be made at any time;
however, no sighting rounds may be fired. If sight adjustments are necessary
after the first stage has been fired, sighting shots may be fired; however, the score
for the first shot in Stage I will be for the record.
h. Shooters will wear the uniform and equipment authorized for duty and required
for an actual tactical response.
i. Shooters may employ slings in the full support position (“slung-up”) when
required to be sighted on the target prior to the command to fire.
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j. Shooters will use the provided barricades for cover and may use them for support
when firing. Sitting-position barricades are to be approximately 24 inches high,
and kneeling-position barricades be approximately 32 inches high.
3. DAYLIGHT PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE.
16 Total Rounds 64 points at 80%
Stage I
Technique: Tactical response to a long-distance threat after moving into position and
using a rifle with a cold, clean barrel to obtain a precision first shot.
Yard line: Start at 150, run to 100

Total rounds: 1
Targets: 1
Load with: 1 round
Strings: 1
Position: Shooter’s choice
Procedure: String 1: Begin with a clean rifle, cold barrel, in the half-load
configuration, 1 round loaded into the magazine.
Run to the 100-yard line with the rifle in a tactical
carry position, assume a position of choice,
chamber, and fire 1 round to target’s head within
26 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while using cover.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Kneeling/barricade
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted on the target, in full-load
configuration, and fire 2 rounds to the center of
Stage III
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while using cover
and initiating fire according to a countdown while maintaining a correct sight picture.
Yard line: 50
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Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted on the target in a full-load
configuration and listen to range countdown
(“Standby – 5, 4, 3, 2, 1”). Fire 1 round to the
target’s head on the count of 2 within 1 second. On
the count of 1, the target will face away if turning is
possible.
Stage IV
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a long distance and initiating fire
according to a countdown while maintaining a correct sight picture.
Yard line: 100

Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 2
configuration and listen to range countdown
(“Standby – 5, 4, 3, 2, 1”). Fire 1 round to the
target’s head on the count of 2 within 1 second. On
the count of 1, the target will face away if turning is
possible.
Stage V
Technique: Tactical response to a moving lethal threat at a long distance.
Yard line: 200

Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted in towards a concealed target in a
full-load configuration. When the target is exposed,
fire 2 rounds to the center of mass within 6 seconds.
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Stage VI
Technique: Tactical response to a threat at a long distance under severe time constraint.
Yard line: 200

Total rounds: 1
Target: 1
Load with: 1 round
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted in on an exposed target in a full-load
configuration and listen for range instruction,
“Standby, Ready, Fire.” Fire 1 round to the center
mass on the command of “Fire.” The target will
turn 1 second after the command to “Fire” is given
if turning is possible.
Stage VII
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at an extended long distance.
Yard line: 300

Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted in toward a concealed target in a
full-load configuration. When the target is exposed,
fire 2 rounds to the center of mass in 8 seconds.
Stage VIII
Technique: Tactical response to a moving lethal threat at a long distance while using
cover. The target will be the reduced target, as outlined in Appendix 4 of this Section.
Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Begin looking for a moving target while sighted in
toward the concealed target, in a full-load
configuration. When the target moves and is
exposed, fire 1 round to the center mass while the
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target continues to move, from left to right or right

to left.
String 2: Same as Stage VIII, String 1; however, the target
must be engaged while moving in the opposite
direction as String 1.
Stage IX
Technique: Tactical response to a moving lethal threat located at a long distance but not
constantly moving. The target used will be the reduced target, as outlined in Appendix 4
of this Section.
Yard line: 100

Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Begin looking for a moving target while sighted in
toward the concealed target in a full-load
configuration. When the target moves and is
exposed, fire 2 rounds to the center mass. The
target will stop a total of 4 times while moving from
left to right or right to left.
4. REDUCED LIGHTING PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE.
10 Total Rounds 40 points at 80%
Stage I
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a long distance using a rifle with a cold,
clean barrel to obtain a precision first shot.

Yard line: 100
Total Rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted in on the target with a clean rifle,
cold barrel, full-load configuration and listen for
range instruction, “Standby, Ready, Fire.” Fire
1 round to the target’s head on the command of
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“Fire.” Immediately after the shot, fire 1 round to

the target’s center mass within 5 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a long distance while using cover.

Yard line: 50
Total Rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
Position: Kneeling/supported
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted on target, full-load configuration, and
fire 2 rounds to the center of mass within 5 seconds.
Stage III
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a long distance while using cover and
initiating fire according to a coordinated countdown while maintaining a correct sight
picture.

Yard line: 50
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 2
Position: Kneeling/supported
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted on target, in full-load configuration,
and listen to range countdown (“Standby – 5, 4, 3,
2, 1”). Fire 1 round to the target’s head on count of
2 within 1 second.
Stage IV
Technique: Tactical response to a lethal threat at a long distance while using cover and
initiating fire according to a coordinated countdown while maintaining a correct sight
picture.

Yard line: 100
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
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Load with: 2 rounds

Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Begin sighted on the target, full-load configuration,
listen to range countdown (“Standby – 5, 4, 3, 2,
1”). Fire 1 round to the target’s head on the count
of 2 within 1 second.
Stage V
Technique: Tactical response to a distant lethal threat at a long distance.

Yard line: 200
Total rounds: 2
Targets: 1
Load with: 2 rounds
Strings: 1
configuration, and fire 2 rounds to the center of
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CHAPTER X. LIVE-FIRE SHOOT HOUSE QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. There are two live-fire shoot house (LFSH) qualification courses, the
Open Doors Skills Test (ODST) and the Closed Doors Skills Test (CDST). The ODST
evaluates the basic fundamentals of room-clearing procedures, while the CDST evaluates
all encompassing areas of stronghold assaults. During the CDST, the student will be
evaluated as point assaulter, on the proper positioning in relationship to closed and open
doors, and deployment of diversionary devices(s). In both tests, one student will be
evaluated at a time. Rifles capable of fully automatic fire will be employed only in the
semiautomatic mode in the LFSH.
a. The LFSH ODST qualification course is used in the U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE)-approved Security Police Officer (SPO)-III Basic Qualification Course
(BQC) as a pass/fail evaluation measure of a candidate SPO-III’s skills in LFSH
operations conducted in Week Three of the BQC.
b. The LFSH CDST qualification course is used in the SPO-III BQC in Week Four
as the final pass/fail evaluation of a candidate SPO-III’s marksmanship, firearms
manipulation, decision-making ability, and tactical entry skills. The LFSH CDST
is the required semi-annual LFSH qualification course for incumbent SPO-IIIs.
c. The LFSH course elements simulate realistic requirements during dynamic

engagements with lethal adversaries delineated in the Design Basis Threat (DBT).
The shooter is accompanied, throughout the courses, by a certified SPO-III or
SPO-III Instructor, whose skills have been verified by the LFSH Instructor. The
SPO-III/SPO-III Instructor acts as the shooter’s team member to enhance realism.
Additionally, a Control Instructor follows the shooter to control the shooter’s
execution of the course and movements. The Instructor-in-Charge is stationed in
an elevated observation/control platform to oversee and control the entire course.
Together, the two instructors and the SPO-III/SPO-III Instructor provide complete
observation, positive control, and detailed evaluation of the shooter. Target
descriptions and scoring instructions are set forth in Appendix 4 of this Section.
The LFSH Qualification Course differs from other firearms qualification courses
because it consists of only one stage.
d. Only one shooter is evaluated (participates) at a time during the conduct of the
LFSH Qualification Courses.
e. NOTE: These courses are designed to address the skills necessary for close
quarters battle (CQB) situations. In the event that a site has chosen to equip its
SPO-IIIs with a rifle that has full and/or semiautomatic fire capabilities instead of
a submachine gun (SMG) for CQB operations, the LFSH Qualification Courses
must still be used to assess shooters’ skills. Required LFSH qualification scoring
percentages must be maintained.
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2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR LFSH QUALIFICATION COURSES.

DOE M 470.4-8, Federal Protective Force, apply, except for clearing
malfunctions, which requires a transition from the SMG/rifle to the handgun.
b. The course will be administered by instructors who have successfully completed

the SPO-III Instructor Certification Course conducted by the DOE National
Training Center (NTC) and be implemented in accordance with the requirements
and procedures established within the SPO-III Certification Program.
c. The course will be fired only when the Instructor-in-Charge, the Control
Instructor, and the SPO-III (or SPO-III Instructor) accompanying the shooter are
all present and in their respective assigned positions.
d. All shooters will receive, in addition to the general firearms/range safety briefing,
a specific LFSH Qualification Course Safety Briefing focusing on particular
course requirements.
e. Shooters will be SPO-IIIs or SPO-IIs undergoing SPO-III training.
f. The shooter will begin the course on the first command to “Execute.”
g. The shooter will be evaluated and scored on correct performance of required

course procedures and completion of the course within the site-specific time limit.
h. Shooters may accumulate up to 5 procedural errors and must complete the course
within the specified time or less, in order to qualify.
i. The time limit for the ODST will be determined and validated by the physical
characteristics of the site’s LFSH (e.g., the NTC’s LFSH time limit is
45 seconds).
j. The time limit for the CDST will be determined and validated by the physical
characteristics of the site’s LFSH.
k. The shooter will fail the course for any one of the following reasons (with the
opportunity to retest):
(1) failing to clear a room in the prescribed order;
(2) rounds on a target with a prohibited strike anywhere other than the head,
when head shots only are required;
(3) missing the silhouette of the picture target but impacting the bullet trap;
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(4) failing to engage a “shoot” target;
(5) exceeding the course time limit;
(6) dropping a loaded firearm to the ground;
(7) allowing a SMG/rifle to be slung/hung in a condition so that by pressing

the trigger the weapon fires;
(8) accumulating more than five procedural errors;
(9) shooting at a “no-shoot” target;
(10) causing a round to print within or cut the prohibited strike zone on a
“shoot” target (hostage target); and/or
(11) demonstrating a blatant disregard for safety.
l. For ODST only, a shooter experiencing a malfunction of the SMG/rifle will

transition to the handgun immediately and complete the course, even if the
malfunction occurs before the mandatory transition point.
m. Appropriate targets will be engaged while on the move.
n. The shooter will transition from the SMG/rifle to the handgun during the ODST.
3. LFSH COURSES LAYOUT REQUIREMENTS. The LFSH layout must allow for
variations for entry points (doors opening in and out), target placement, and room
configuration to preclude repetitiveness and memorization of the course. The following
layout requirements must be in place for the LFSH Qualification Courses to be
conducted:
a. three separate rooms for entry, of which one must be on the opposite side of the
hall from the other two; the CDST should incorporate two closed doors and one
open door;
b. at least two targets that do not present a lethal threat (“no-shoot” target);
c. for the ODST there should be five targets presenting lethal threats (“shoot”
targets), of which two require firing rounds to the head of the target (one for the
SMG and one for the handgun); for the CDST there should be one hallway target
as well as three shoot targets, one of which require firing rounds to the head of the
target (hostage holder);
d. in each room, at least three ballistic walls allowing a 180 degree area for firing;
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e. there must be at least three different LFSH layouts incorporating different “shoot”
and “no-shoot” target placements, and where possible, incorporating different
entry points and room configurations.
NOTE: The LFSH Qualification Course must not be conducted on the same layout
during consecutive semi-annual qualification attempts.
4. LFSH QUALIFICATION COURSES.
a. Open Door Skills Test.
Technique: Tactical response to lethal threats requiring constant movement, precision

marksmanship, correct firearm manipulation, demonstration of correct room-clearing
procedures, and target identification.
Yard line: Distances to targets may vary

Total rounds: 17 full automatic (SMG only)
9 semiautomatic (rifle or SMG)
Targets: 5 shoot targets and at least 2 no-shoot targets
Time limit: Calculated by distance traveled in feet, divided by 3, which equals
the maximum time, in seconds, allowed.
Strings: 4
Position: Standing, using equipment authorized for duty during a tactical
response
Procedure: For full automatic firearms:
Load with: SMG with 1 magazine of 16 rounds; handgun in full-load
configuration
String 1: Begin in a standing position with the handgun
holstered. Carry the SMG in a full-load condition at
the low-ready position, and set the selector lever to
the safe position. Move to and enter Room 1 (e.g.,
door opening in), clear the room correctly while
engaging targets appropriately (safety lever will be
moved to the appropriate position to engage targets
and returned to the safe position when the firearm is
returned to the low-ready position), announce status
and intention, and exit Room 1.
String 2: Continue movement to Room 2 (e.g., door opening
in), enter, and repeat procedures as in String 1.
String 3: Upon exiting Room 2 en route to Room 3 (e.g.,
door opening out), engage hallway target until
shooter experiences a malfunction. The shooter will
then safely transition to the handgun and proceed to
Room 3.
String 4: Continue movement to Room 3, enter, and clear the
room while engaging targets appropriately with the
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handgun. Announce status, as directed, clear and

holster a safe handgun, clear the SMG, set the
selector lever in the safe position, and await
instruction. Timing will stop upon firing the last
round in Room 3.
Procedure: For semiautomatic firearms:
Load with: SMG/rifle with 1 magazine of 8 rounds; handgun in
full-load configuration
holstered. Carry the SMG/rifle in a full-load
condition at the low-ready position and set the
selector lever to the safe position. Move to and
enter Room 1, clear the room correctly while
engaging targets appropriately (safety lever will be
moved to the appropriate position to engage targets
and returned to the safe position when the firearm is
returned to the low-ready position), announce status
and intention, and exit Room 1.
String 2: Continue movement to Room 2, enter, and repeat
procedures as in String 1.
String 3: Upon exiting Room 2 en route to Room 3, engage
hallway target until shooter experiences a
malfunction. The shooter will then safely transition
to the handgun and proceed to Room 3.
String 4: Continue movement to Room 3, enter, and clear the
room while engaging targets appropriately with the
handgun. Announce status, as directed, clear and
holster a safe handgun, clear the SMG/rifle, set the
selector lever in the safe position, and await
instruction. Timing will stop upon firing the last
round in Room 3.
b. Closed Door Skills Test
Technique: Tactical response to lethal threats requiring constant movement, precision

marksmanship, correct firearm manipulation, demonstration of correct room-clearing
procedures, and target identification while utilizing diversionary devices with closed and
open doors.
Yard Line: Distances to target may vary

Total Rounds: 20 full automatic fire (SMG only)
10 semiautomatic fire (SMG or rifle)
Targets: 4 shoot targets and 2 no shoot targets
Time limit: Site determined
Strings: 4
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Position: Standing, using equipment authorized for duty during a tactical

response
Procedure: For full automatic firearms
Load with: SMG in a full load with a full magazine, handgun in a full load
configuration.
holstered. Carry the SMG in a full-load condition at
the low-ready position and the selector lever in the
safe position. Upon the command of “execute,”
move down the hallway announcing upcoming
danger areas. While moving down the hallway,
appropriately engage the hallway shoot target.
String 2: Move to Room 1, set up on the door properly, and
act as cover while the SPO-III instructor deploys a
diversionary device. Enter Room 1 first, correctly
clearing the room, and engage targets appropriately
(safety lever will be moved to the appropriate
position to engage targets and returned to the safe
position when the firearm is returned to the low-
ready position). Announce status and intention and
proceed to Room 2 (the SPO-III Instructor will be
the first out of the room).
String 3: At Room 2, the SPO-III instructor will set up as
cover on the door. Deploy a diversionary device
properly into Room 2. Enter Room 2 as the second
assaulter, correctly clear the room, and engage
targets appropriately (safety lever must be moved to
the appropriate position to engage targets and
returned to the safe position when the firearm is
returned to the low-ready position). Announce
status and intention and proceed to Room 3 (the
SPO-III instructor will be the last one out of Room
2).
String 4: At Room 3, set up as cover on the open door while
the SPO III instructor deploys a diversionary device
into Room 3. Enter Room 3 first, correctly clearing
the room and engage targets appropriately (safety
lever will be moved to the appropriate position to
engage targets and returned to the safe position
when the firearm is returned to the low-ready
position).
Note: If a malfunction is experienced, transition to
the handgun, and finish the string of fire. Prior to
leaving the room, perform a tactical reload with the
handgun, clear the malfunction in the rifle, and
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continue the course with the rifle as the primary

weapon.
Procedure: For semiautomatic firearms

Load with: SMG/rifle in a full load with a full magazine,
handgun in a full-load configuration.
holstered. Carry the SMG/rifle in a full-load
condition at the low-ready position and the selector
lever in the safe position. Upon the command of
“execute,” move down the hallway announcing
upcoming danger areas. While moving down the
hallway, appropriately engage the hallway shoot
target.
String 2: Move to Room 1, set up on the door properly, and
act as cover while the SPO-III instructor deploys a
diversionary device. Enter Room 1 first, correctly
clearing the room and engage targets appropriately
(safety lever will be moved to the appropriate
position to engage targets and returned to the safe
position when the firearm is returned to the low-
ready position). Announce status and intention and
proceed to Room 2 (the SPO-III Instructor will be
the first out of the room).
String 3: At Room 2, the SPO-III instructor will set up as
cover on the door. Deploy a diversionary device
properly into Room 2. Enter Room 2 as the second
assaulter, correctly clear the room, and engage
targets appropriately (safety lever will be moved to
the appropriate position to engage targets and
returned to the safe position when the firearm is
returned to the low-ready position). Announce
status and intention and proceed to Room 3 (the
SPO-III instructor will be the last one out of
Room 2).
String 4: At Room 3, set up as cover on the open door while
the SPO-III instructor deploys a diversionary device
into Room 3. Enter Room 3 first, correctly clearing
the room and engage targets appropriately (safety
lever will be moved to the appropriate position to
engage targets and returned to the safe position
when the firearm is returned to the low-ready
position).
Note: If a malfunction is experienced, transition to the
handgun and finish the string of fire. Prior to
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leaving the room, perform a tactical reload with the

handgun, clear the malfunction in the rifle, and
continue the course with the rifle as the primary
weapon.
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CHAPTER XI. SHOOTING-ON-THE-MOVE QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The Shooting-on-the-Move Qualification Courses evaluate a

shooter’s marksmanship and manipulation skills while moving in a tactical environment
under daylight conditions. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target must
be used for all stages and scored in accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section.
NOTE: These courses are designed to address the skills necessary for close quarters
battle (CQB) situations. In the event that a site has chosen to equip its Security Police
Officer (SPO)-IIIs with a rifle with full and/or semiautomatic fire capabilities instead of
an SMG for CQB operations, the Shooting-on-the-Move Submachine Gun (SMG)
Qualification Course must still be used to assess shooters’ skills. When such rifles are
capable of semiautomatic fire only, the applicable procedure for Stages II, IV, and V of
the Shooting-on-the-Move SMG Qualification Course must be utilized. Required SMG
qualification scoring percentages must be maintained.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOOTING-ON-THE-MOVE QUALIFICATION COURSES.

DOE M 470.4-8, Federal Protective Force, apply., except for Stage V of the
SMG/Rifle Shooting-on-the-Move qualification course. Shooters, who
experience a malfunction, will continue to move, transition to the handgun, cover
the target, and wait until the end of the string for a firearms instructor to make a
determination (e.g., an alibi).
b. Shooters must be qualified in the Daylight Handgun and Daylight SMG

Qualification Courses before they may participate in the corresponding
Shooting-on-the-Move Qualification Course.
c. Shooters must ensure that their firearms are in a full-load condition at the
beginning of each stage of fire, except for the following:
(1) shooters armed with a revolver must load 2 rounds into the cylinder in a
position to ensure the initial rotation will fire the first round when a stage
requires speed loading;
(2) shooters armed with a semiautomatic handgun must load 2 rounds with
1 chambered and 1 in the magazine (full-load condition) when a stage
requires speed loading;
(3) shooters must begin the stage that requires a transition to the handgun as a
backup with the handgun holstered in a full-load condition;
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(4) SPO-IIIs must fire these courses for qualification wearing the equipment
required for duty during tactical response situations;
(5) shooters must use an approved protective mask during Stages I and II of
the Shooting-on-the-Move Handgun and SMG Qualification Courses;
(6) shooters must fire all rounds on-the-move, as required. Rounds fired from
a stationary position when they should be fired on-the-move will be
deducted, at full value, from the total score; and
(7) shooters, when applicable, must maintain the SMG/rifle on their person
while firing the Shooting-on-the-Move Handgun Qualification Course.
3. SHOOTING-ON-THE-MOVE HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while wearing a

protective mask.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing and wearing a protective mask
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds within 3 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving, wearing a

protective mask.
Yard line: Start at 7; move to 3.

Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving and wearing a protective mask
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, move while firing 2 rounds
center of mass and 1 round to the head within
4 seconds.
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Stage III
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance while moving.

Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, move while firing 2 rounds
within 3 seconds.
Stage IV
speed loading.

Total rounds: 8 (2 magazines or speed loaders)
Targets: 1
Load with: Semiautomatic: a round chambered and a magazine inserted with
one round (to induce slide lock back); carry one fully loaded
magazine (mandatory lock back).
Revolver: cylinder loaded with 2 rounds; carry one fully loaded
speed loader.
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, move while firing 2 rounds;
reload and fire 2 rounds while moving within
7 seconds for semiautomatic and 10 seconds for
revolver.
Stage V
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving.

Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 4
Position: Moving
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Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, move while firing 1 round
within 3 seconds to target’s head.
Strings 2-4: Same as Stage V, String 1.
Stage VI
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance using only the strong hand
while moving.

Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Moving using only the strong hand
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, strong hand only, move while
firing 2 rounds within 3 seconds.
Strings 2, 3: Same as Stage VI, String 1.
Stage VII
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance using only the weak hand while
moving.

Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Load with: Full-load
Strings: 2
Position: Moving using only weak hand
Procedure: String 1: From the low ready, weak hand only, move while
firing 2 rounds within 3 seconds.
4. SHOOTING-ON-THE-MOVE SMG/RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE.
NOTE: Selected stages of this course are broken down into specific requirements for
firing firearms with both full automatic and semiautomatic fire capabilities and for firing
firearms with only semiautomatic fire capabilities. Shooters utilizing firearms with
full-automatic capabilities, when firing stages requiring the selector switch to be set to the
full-automatic position, are not required to also fire the same stage with the selector
switch set to the semiautomatic position.
40 Total Rounds 180 Points at 90% for full automatic or 126 Points at 90% for
full-automatic or semiautomatic 28 for semiautomatic
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Stage I
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a moderate distance using the standing offhand
and wearing a protective mask.
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 4
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing off-hand and wearing a protective mask
Procedure: String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to the
semiautomatic position, and fire 2 rounds within
5 seconds.
Stage II
wearing a protective mask.

Total rounds: 8 for full-automatic fire or 4 for semiautomatic fire
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Moving and wearing a protective mask
Procedure: For full-automatic firearms:
String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to the full 2-round
For semiautomatic firearms:

String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to the
semiautomatic position and move while firing
Stage III
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a moderate to short distance while moving with
semiautomatic fire.

Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
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Strings: 2
Position: Moving
Procedure: String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to the
2 rounds to the center of mass and 1 round to the
head within 4 seconds.
Stage IV
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a short distance while moving with automatic
fire.

Total rounds: 12 for full-automatic fire or 6 for semiautomatic fire
Strings: 2
Position: Moving
String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to the automatic
position and move while firing two 2-round bursts
to the center of mass and one 2-round burst to the

String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to the
2 rounds to the center of mass and 1 round to the
Stage V
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at a moderate to short distance while moving,

transitioning from the SMG to the handgun.

Total rounds: 10 for automatic fire or 8 for semiautomatic fire
Targets: 1
Load with: For full-automatic firearms, 1 magazine with 2 rounds; handgun,
full-load.
For semiautomatic firearms, 1 magazine with 1 round; handgun,
full load
Strings: 2
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Position: Moving
String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to full-automatic
position and the handgun holstered, move while
firing one 2-round burst to center of mass, attempt
to fire second 2-round burst to center of mass,
transition to the handgun, fire 2 rounds to center of
mass, and 1 round to the head within 8 seconds.

String 1: Begin with the selector lever set to semiautomatic
position and the handgun holstered, move while
firing 1 round to center of mass, attempt to fire the
second round to center of mass, transition to the
handgun, and fire 2 rounds to center of mass and
1 round to the head within 8 seconds.
Protective Force Firearms Qualification Courses Appendix 1
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APPENDIX 1. QUALIFICATION COURSES PENDING APPROVAL
CHAPTER I. PENDING DAY HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE
1. INTRODUCTION. This handgun qualification course evaluates the marksmanship and

firearm manipulation capabilities of SPO-Is under daylight conditions. The U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target will be used for all stages and scored in
accordance with Appendix 4 of this Section. A minimum score of 80% is required for
qualification.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES.

b. All draws will be from a snapped or secured holster. Shooters will start with their
c. Shooters will de-cock double-action semiautomatics before holstering.
d. Shooters authorized to carry a semiautomatic pistol while on duty will de-cock

after each string, and the first round be fired double-action if the pistol is
equipped with a de-cocking device. If firing a revolver, all rounds will be fired
double-action.
e. The kneeling position may incorporate support for the shooting hand, but at least
one knee will touch the ground. Other positions may incorporate support for the
shooting hand as directed.
f. Shooters, when required to fire from either the right or left side of the barricade,
will use the barricade for cover. Shooters will also use the barricade as cover
when reloading.
g. Shooters will wear an approved protective mask during Stage V.
h. An approved flashlight will be used during Stages II and III of the Reduced
Lighting Handgun Qualification Course.
i. Shooters are responsible for managing their ammunition. Shooters will be given
the opportunity at the beginning of each stage to “make ready.” The shooter may
then reload with a full magazine or speedloader at his or her discretion, unless a
mandatory reload is required.
j. If, within a string of fire there is a mandatory reload, that weapon should be
configured in a manner that the shooter will induce a lock- back.
Appendix 1 Protective Force Firearms Qualification Courses
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3. DAY HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE.
60 Total Rounds Points Needed to Qualify: 240 at 80%
Stage I
Yard line: 3
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing, handgun full load, holstered
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds center mass within 3
seconds.
Stage II

Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 2
Procedure: String 1: Draw and fire 2 rounds center mass and 1 round at
Stage III
Technique: Use of the weak hand in lieu of the strong hand to engage a lethal threat at a
short distance. The shooter’s strong arm will not be used for support. The strong hand
will be relaxed and hanging by the shooter’s side.
Yard line: 7
Total rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing, handgun full load, support hand only
Procedure: String 1: Begin with the handgun in the unsupported weak
hand at the low-ready. Fire 2 rounds center mass
within 4 seconds.
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Stage IV
Technique: Use of the strong hand only to engage a lethal threat at a short distance. The
shooter’s weak arm will not be used for support. The weak hand will be relaxed and
hanging by the shooter’s side. The weapon will be holstered at the beginning of each
string of fire.
Yard line: 7
Total Rounds: 6
Targets: 1
Strings: 3
Procedure: String 1: Begin with the handgun in the holster, full load.
Draw strong hand only and fire 2 rounds center
Strings 2, 3: Same as Stage IV, String 1.
Stage V

and commencing fire from the low-ready position while wearing a protective mask.
Yard line: 10
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Strings: 5
Position: Standing; wearing a protective mask, handgun full load, holstered
Procedure: String 1: Draw fire 2 rounds center mass within 4 Seconds
remain at the low-ready position.
String 2: From the low-ready position, fire 2 rounds center
String 3: Draw and fire 2 rounds center mass. Reload and
fire 2 rounds center mass.
Stage VI

while moving to a more advantageous shooting position, reloading, and commencing fire
from the low-ready position.
Yard line: 15
Total rounds: 12
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Targets: 1
Strings: 5
Procedure: String 1: Draw, kneel, and fire 2 rounds center mass within 5
seconds.
center mass. Reload while assuming a kneeling
position and fire 2 rounds center mass.
center mass within 5 seconds. Remain at the low-
ready.
String 5: From the low-ready position, fire 2 rounds center
Stage VII

in standing, kneeling, and prone positions and while reloading. Use of the barricade for
Yard line: 25
Total rounds: 12
Targets: 1
Strings: 5
Procedure: String 1: Draw, assume a standing left side barricade
position, and fire 2 rounds center mass within 5
seconds.
String 2: Draw, assume a standing right side barricade
position, and fire 2 rounds center mass within 5
seconds.
String 3: Draw, assume a kneeling left side barricade
position, and fire 2 rounds center mass. Reload,
move to a kneeling right side barricade position,
and fire 2 rounds center mass.
center mass within 10 seconds.
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CHAPTER II. PENDING TACTICAL RESPONSE FORCE COMBINED

HANDGUN/RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE
1. INTRODUCTION. This course is to evaluate the Tactical Response Force (TRF)

Officer’s (SPO-II and SPO-III) marksmanship and manipulation skills in both stationary
and shooting-on-the-move environments in daylight conditions. The U.S. Department of
Energy (DOE) Standard Target must be used for all stages and scored in accordance with
Appendix 4 of this Section. As a minimum, targets will be changed out as prescribed
within this qualification, but may be changed more frequently if deemed necessary by the
instructor staff. SPO IIs are required to shoot a minimum score of 80%, and SPO IIIs are
required to shoot a minimum of 90% for qualification.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMBINED QUALIFICATION COURSE.

b. During rifle/submachine gun (SMG) stages, the rifle/SMG will be in the proper
load configuration, in a low-ready position, and with the selector lever in the safe
position at the beginning of each stage.
c. Shooters will manipulate the selector lever to the appropriate firing position at the
beginning of each stage.
d. Shooters will place the selector lever in the safe position after every stage.
e. Shooters will use the rifle/SMG sling for each string with the weak hand gripping
the hand guard inside the sling.
f. The handgun will be secured in the holster in a full-load condition as stipulated by

site-specific duty requirements.
g. All draws will be from a snapped or secure holster. Shooters will start with their
h. Shooters will de-cock double action semiautomatics before holstering.
i. Shooters are responsible for managing their ammunition. Shooters will be given
the opportunity at the beginning of each stage to “make ready.” The shooter may
then reload with a full magazine or speedloader at his or her discretion, unless a
mandatory reload is required.
j. If, within a string of fire there is a mandatory reload, that weapon should be
configured in a manner that the shooter will induce a lock- back.
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k. When required to fire from either the right or left side of the barricade, the shooter
will use it for cover and may use it for support. Shooters will also use the
barricade for cover when reloading.
l. Any rounds fired from a stationary position that should have been fired on the
move will be deducted at full value from the total score.
m. SPOs firing this course for qualification will wear the equipment required for duty
during tactical response situations.
n. Shooters will wear an approved protective mask during Stages III – VII.
3. TRF COMBINED HANDGUN/RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE (SPO-II AND

SPO-III).
Stage I
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at intermediate distance using barricade

for cover.
Yard line: 100

Total Rounds: 6 rifle
Targets: 1
Strings 1
Position: Standing, rifle slung half load.
Procedure: String 1: Move to cover (at least one step), shoot 2 rounds
center mass standing, reload, shoot 2 rounds center
mass kneeling, reload, shoot 2 rounds center mass
prone.
Time limit: 35 seconds.
Stage II
Technique: Rapidly moving to cover/closing distance on a lethal threat at close distance.
Yard line: 50
Target: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing, rifle slung, half load.
Procedure: String 1: Run from 50 to 25-yard line and charge the rifle,
shoot 2 rounds center mass standing, 2 rounds
center mass kneeling.
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Stage III
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at close distance using barricade for
cover.
Yard line: 50
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, protective mask donned, rifle slung, half load.
Procedure: String 1: Move to cover (at least one step), shoot 2 rounds
center mass standing, 2 rounds center mass
kneeling, 2 rounds center mass prone.
Stage IV
Technique: Immediate response to lethal threat at close distance using barricade for
cover.
Yard line: 25
Target: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing, protective mask donned, rifle at low-ready, full
load, on safe.
Procedure: String1: Move to cover (at least one step), shoot 2 rounds
center mass standing, shoot 2 rounds center mass
kneeling, shoot 2 rounds center mass prone.
Stage V
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance while shooting-on-the-move.
Yard line: 15
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, mask donned, rifle low-ready, full load, on safe.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to 10-yard line, fire 2 rounds center
mass.
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Stage VI
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance, shooting-on-the-move, and

transitioning to secondary weapon.
Yard line: 15
Total Rounds: 2 rifle, 4 handgun
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, mask donned, rifle low-ready, full load with 1
round (mandatory lock-back), on safe.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to 7-yard line, attempt to fire 2
rounds center mass (rifle); transition to handgun and
String 2: Same as Stage VI, String1.
Stage VII
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance, shooting-on-the-move.
Yard line: 7
Target: 1
Strings: 3
Position: Standing, mask donned, rifle low-ready, full load, on safe.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to 3-yard line, fire 1 round to the
head.
String 2: Same as Stage VII, String1.
Score Targets: Score targets, 37 rifle rounds and 4 handgun rounds, target change
required.
Stage VIII
Technique: Immediate response to a lethal threat at close distance from behind barricade.
Yard line: 25
Total Rounds: 2 handgun
Target: 1
Strings: 1
Position: Standing, handgun holstered, rifle racked or grounded.
Procedure: String 1: Draw, fire 2 rounds center mass standing left side
barricade.
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Stage IX
Yard line: 25
Target: 1
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Draw, fire 2 rounds center mass standing right side
barricade.
Stage X
Yard line: 25
Target: 1
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Standing to kneeling, fire 2 rounds center mass
kneeling (left or right) side barricade.
Stage XI
Yard line: 25
Target: 1
Strings: 1
Procedure: String 1: Standing to prone, fire 2 rounds center mass prone
(left or right) side barricade.
Score Targets: Score targets, 8 handgun rounds, target change required.

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Stage XII
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance, shooting-on-the-move and
transitioning to secondary weapon.
Yard line: 15
Total Rounds: 2 rifle, 4 handgun
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, rifle low-ready, full load with 1 round (mandatory
lock-back), on safe.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to 7-yard line, attempt to fire 2
rounds center mass (rifle); transition to handgun and
String 2: Same as Stage XII, String 1.
Stage XIII
Yard line: 10
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, rifle low-ready, full load, on safe.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to 3-yard line, fire 2 rounds center
mass and 1 round to the head.
String 2: Same as Stage XIII, String 1.
Stage XIV
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance, shooting-on-the-move and
reloading.
Yard line: 10
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, rifle slung unloaded, handgun holstered, full load with 2
rounds (mandatory lock-back).
Procedure: String 1: Draw, while moving to 3-yard line, shoot 2 rounds
center mass, reload, and shoot 2 rounds center mass.
String 2: Same as Stage XIV, String 1.
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Stage XV
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance while shooting-on-the-move
using strong hand only.
Yard line: 7
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, rifle slung unloaded, handgun full load at low-ready,
strong hand only.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to the 3-yard line, fire 2 rounds
center mass strong hand only.
String 2: Same as Stage XV, String 1.
Stage XVI
Technique: Response to a lethal threat at close distance while shooting-on-the-move
using support hand only.
Yard line: 7
Target: 1
Strings: 2
Position: Standing, rifle slung unloaded, handgun full load at the low-ready,
support hand only.
Procedure: String 1: While moving to the 3-yard line, fire 2 rounds
center mass support hand only.
String 2: Same as Stage XVI, String 1.
Time limit: 4 seconds,
Stage XVII
Yard line: 7
Target: 1
Strings 3
Position: Standing, rifle slung unloaded, handgun full load holstered.
Procedure: String 1: Draw while moving to the 3-yard line, fire 1 round
to the head.
String 2: Same as Stage XVII, String 1.
String 3: Same as Stage XVII, String 2.
Time limit: 4 seconds
Score Targets: Score targets, 8 rifle rounds and 23 handgun rounds.

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APPENDIX 2. REDUCED LIGHTING STANDARDS AND MEASUREMENTS FOR

FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. Two reduced lighting standards are used in certain U.S. Department
of Energy (DOE) firearms qualification courses. The need for reduced lighting standards
is established by:
a. ensuring that all reduced light qualification courses are conducted in a consistent
manner;
b. providing, as realistically as possible, reduced lighting conditions that protective

force (PF) personnel may experience at exterior security posts and other less
illuminated areas on a facility;
c. allowing for a consistent condition in which PF personnel are required to use a

flashlight to satisfactorily identify and engage a perceived threat;
d. meeting the above requirements while providing sufficient illumination for safe
skills evaluation and instructor control.
2. LIGHTING STANDARDS.
a. Dim Light. The Dim Light Standard equates approximately to a measurement of

0.2-foot candles.
b. Dark Light. The Dark Standard equals the measurement of less than 0.2-foot
candles. The use of a flashlight system is mandatory during qualification course
stages fired at the Dark Standard.
3. LIGHTING STANDARDS MEASUREMENT AND APPLICATION. Both lighting

standards will be determined by using a calibrated light meter and taking light
measurements from the target face while directing the receptor portion of the meter
toward the light source. Ensure that the body does not shield any light source from the
receptor to guarantee an accurate measurement. Normal Dim Light and Dark Light
Standards measurements may be exceeded, provided the cause of the excess is due solely
to a natural condition (e.g., moonlight or starlight). However, no reduced lighting
qualification course may be fired if a measurement exceeds 0.2-foot candles due to dawn,
dusk, or artificial illumination.
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APPENDIX 3. REMEDIAL FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE
1. INTRODUCTION. The purpose of the Remedial Firearms Qualification Course is to

assist protective force (PF) personnel who fail to qualify in a particular firearms
qualification course. The course is scheduled as needed, includes daylight and reduced
lighting range conditions, and is administered by U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE)-certified firearms instructors. Firearms instructors review available firearms
qualification documentation and focus instruction on previously identified problem areas
for individual shooters while reinforcing the principles of marksmanship, firearms
manipulation, and safety in accordance with approved instruction plans for PF personnel.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMEDIAL FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE.
a. The course consists of two phases, each of which is no more than 4 hours long.
Phase I addresses the basic fundamentals of marksmanship beginning with dry-
firing exercises, advancing to live-fire practice, and culminating in a qualification
attempt. Should the shooter fail the Phase I qualification attempt, Phase II will
address the shooting defect(s) identified during Phase I and culminate in a second
qualification attempt. Phase II will not be required if Phase I culminates in a
successful qualification attempt.
b. Firearms instructors provide one-on-one instruction, perform correct

demonstration of shooting techniques through dry-fire exercises before permitting
live-fire practice, and carefully analyze all results with the shooter to remedy the
identified problem(s).
c. Firearms instructors document course progress to include identification of the

shooter’s problem(s), remedial action(s), and the number of rounds expended to
correct the problem(s).
d. Firearms instructors assist shooters to ensure the correct sighting of a firearm,

should it be questioned; verify sighting, if required; and resolve any question
before live-fire qualification practice.
e. Shooters are permitted to slowly fire a specified number of rounds for live-fire
qualification practice from the position(s) or employing the technique(s)
determined to have occasioned the problem(s).
f. Shooters are allowed to attempt the applicable firearms qualification course

following the live-fire qualification practices with less than 4 hours of remedial
training, subject to the concurrence of the shooter.
g. Shooters are to attempt the applicable firearms qualification course in order to

complete Phase I of this course.
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h. Shooters are to attempt the applicable firearms qualification course following

completion of each phase of the Remedial Firearms Qualification Course.
i. The shooter will complete Phase II within 30 days of initial entry into the
Remedial Firearms Qualification Course if the shooter fails the applicable
firearms qualification course during Phase I.
j. A shooter who successfully completes the applicable firearms qualification course

is to be returned to a full duty status.
k. A shooter who fails to qualify after Phase II training loses his/her Security Police
Officer (SPO) status and will be disarmed, per the requirements of 10 Code of
Federal Regulations (C.F.R.), Part 1046, Appendix B, paragraph (9)j.
3. REMEDIAL FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE. The applicable firearms

qualification course will be conducted in accordance with this document. It is to be
preceded by the announcement, “This is a qualification run for score.”
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APPENDIX 4. TARGETS AND SCORING FOR

DOE FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. Target descriptions and scoring methods for different firearms and
qualification courses are set forth below.
2. TARGETS.
a. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target will be used for all
firearms qualification courses except the Light Machine Gun (LMG) and
Live-Fire Shoot House (LFSH) Qualification Courses. This target closely
replicates an average-sized human form and provides scoring rings for center of
mass and head shots, contrast to assist sighting, and a line 8 inches below the top
of the head (neckline). The target design accommodates adaptation to varying
courses.
b. A reduced-sized DOE Standard Target is available to simulate firing from

50 yards and 100 yards when actually firing from the 25-yard and 50-yard lines,
respectively. This reduced target is scored the same way as the full-size target.
c. The Standard Military 10-Meter Target is used for LMG Qualification Courses.
d. The LFSH Qualification Course requires picture targets that replicate or

accommodate the center of mass and head scoring areas/scoring rings of a DOE
Standard Target. Should the picture targets not display the required center of
mass and head scoring rings, the scoring templates in Appendix 5 of this Section
must be used to replicate the standard scoring area.
3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SCORING DOE STANDARD TARGET. Regardless of size,

targets will be scored as follows.
a. Handgun, Rifle, Submachine Gun (SMG).
(1) Center of mass scoring ring, when specified by the course:
(a) a projectile print within or cutting the inner ring is 5 points;
(b) a projectile print between the inner and outer ring is 4 points; and
(c) a projectile print outside the outer ring but within or cutting the
silhouette is 3 points.
(2) Head scoring ring, when specified by the course:
(a) a projectile print within or cutting the scoring ring is 5 points;

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(b) a projectile print outside the scoring ring, but within or cutting the
silhouette, provided it is at the neck line, is 3 points; and
(c) a projectile failing to print within or cut the head silhouette at the
neckline is 0 points.
(3) Other considerations:
(a) A projectile cutting the line of a higher ring value receives the
higher value;
(b) when course procedures permit and head shots are required,
attempted head shots should be marked before progressing to the
next stage; and
(c) the initial edge of impact determines the value of a projectile that
strikes a target, making a slashing cut, as the target is turning.
b. Shotgun. When the DOE Standard Target is scored for the Shotgun Qualification
Courses, any projectile printing on or cutting the silhouette of the human form
will be 1 point.
c. Precision Rifle. When the DOE Standard Target is scored for the Precision Rifle
Qualification Courses, the following rules apply.
(1) Head:
(a) use the head scoring template in Appendix 5 of this Section to

score the head shot holes;
(b) a projectile print within or cutting the inner ring is 5 points;
(c) a projectile print within or cutting the middle ring is 4 points;
(d) a projectile print within or cutting the outer ring is 2 points; and
(e) a projectile print outside the outer ring is 0 points.
(2) Center of mass:
(a) use the center of mass scoring template in Appendix 5 of this

Section to score the center of mass shot holes;
(b) a projectile print within or cutting the inner ring is 5 points;
(c) a projectile print within or cutting the middle ring is 4 points;

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(d) a projectile print within or cutting the outer ring is 2 points; and
(e) a projectile print outside the outer ring is 0 points.
(3) Disqualification:
(a) a projectile failing to print on the silhouette constitutes an

automatic failure; and
(b) during Stages VIII and IX of the Daylight Precision Rifle

Qualification Course, a projectile failing to print on the reduced
strike zone constitutes an automatic failure.
4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SCORING STANDARD MILITARY TARGET. Targets used

for LMG Qualification Courses use only the tombstone scoring area, which will be
scored as follows:
a. a projectile print within or cutting the tombstone scoring area is 5 points; and
b. a projectile print outside the tombstone scoring area is 0 points.
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SCORING LFSH TARGETS.
Total rounds: 17 (automatic) - 8 (semiautomatic).
Scoring hits, misses, and disqualifiers.
(1) Picture target presenting a lethal threat or a “shoot” target.
(a) A projectile that prints within or cuts the scoring rings of the center
of mass or head will be a hit if it does not print within or cut a
prohibited strike zone.
(b) A projectile printing within or cutting a prohibited strike zone is a

disqualifier.
(c) A projectile printing anywhere on the silhouette, but not within or

cutting a scoring ring and not within or cutting a prohibited strike
zone, will be scored as a miss. For a target that should be engaged
with rounds to the head only, any projectile printing within or
cutting the standard center of mass scoring area will be scored as a
miss.
(d) A projectile failing to print anywhere on the target or its backing is

a disqualifier.
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(e) Picture target presenting no lethal threat or a “no-shoot” target.
1 Any projectile directed at the target, whether the projectile

fails to print or prints anywhere on the picture or target
backing, is a disqualifier.
(f) Hallway picture target presenting a lethal threat.
1 A projectile printing anywhere within the outline of the

human form pictured will be scored as a hit.
2 A projectile printing anywhere outside the outline of the

human form, including on the target backing, will be scored
as a miss.
(2) Scoring procedural errors. One procedural error will be assessed for each
occurrence of the following:
(a) failure to maintain a constant speed (pace) throughout the course,

which permits the accurate engagement of “shoot” targets;
(b) failure to engage appropriate targets on the move;
(c) failure to perform the correct crossover maneuver in a room;
(d) failure to maintain the correct low-ready position when required

(i.e., acquiring a sight picture when the firearm should be in the
low-ready position);
(e) failure to transition to the handgun without hesitation whenever a

transition is required;
(f) failure to correctly engage “shoot” targets masked by a prohibited

strike zone with the appropriate number of presses. The
SMG/rifle, fired on automatic, requires two presses and four hits to
the center mass and one press and two hits to the head. The
SMG/rifle, fired on semiautomatic, requires two presses and two
hits to center mass and one press one hit to the head. The handgun
requires one press and one hit to the head;
(g) expending more than two rounds in a single burst of fire with the
SMG/rifle, while firing on automatic;
(h) failure to set up on the appropriate side of an open door or failing

to correctly perform all associated actions for the given door
situation;
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(i) failure to set up on the appropriate side of a closed door or failing

to correctly perform all associated actions for the given door
situation;
(j) failure to deploy a diversionary device from the appropriate side of

a door or failing to perform all associated device deployment
actions for the given door situation;
(k) failure to conduct the appropriate door entry technique (criss-cross

or button-hook) for the given door situation;
(l) failure to correctly move through a door without hesitation;
(m) failure to immediately clear and move to the near corner;
(n) failure to run the second wall;
(o) failure to correctly clear the room to the center;
(p) failure to correctly announce status and intention; and/or
(q) failure to properly demonstrate correct point man actions and

target engagement requirements.
NOTE: Shooters accumulating more than five procedural errors will fail
to qualify.
6. QUALIFYING SCORES AND REQUIREMENTS.
a. Handgun (All Handgun Qualification Courses except Shooting-on-the-Move).
(1) Daylight.
Total rounds: 60
Qualification requirements: 70 percent: FO, FA, SA, SPO-I and –II
80 percent: Federal Agent Special
Response Force (SRF), SPO-
III
Maximum points: 300
Minimum points: (210 = 70 percent), (240 = 80 percent)
(2) Reduced lighting.
Total rounds: 24
Qualification requirements: 70 percent: FO, FA, SA, SPO-I and –II
80 percent: SRF, SPO-III
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Maximum points: 120

(3) SRF and SPO-III daylight combined handgun.
Total rounds: 58
Qualification requirements: 90 percent: SRF, SPO-III
Maximum points: 290
Minimum points: 261
b. Rifle (All Rifle Qualification Courses except the Precision Rifle Qualification
Courses).
(1) Semiautomatic.
(a) Daylight.
Total rounds: 30
Qualification requirements: 70 percent: FO, FA, SA, SPO-and
SPO-II
Maximum points: 150
Minimum points: (105 = 70 percent), (120 = 80
percent)
(b) Reduced lighting.
Total rounds: 20
Qualification requirements: 70 percent: FO, FA, SA, SPO-I
and SPO-II
Maximum points: 100
(2) Automatic.
(a) Daylight.
Total rounds: 30
and SPO-II
Maximum points: 150
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Minimum points: (105 = 70 percent), (120 = 80

percent)
(b) Reduced lighting.
Total rounds: 24
and SPO-II
Maximum points: 120
(3) SRF and SPO-III Daylight Combined Rifle/SMG.
Total rounds: 84 (Automatic)
60 (Semiautomatic)
Qualification requirements: 90 percent
Maximum points: 420 (Automatic)
300 (Semiautomatic)
Minimum points: 378 (Automatic)
270 (Semiautomatic)
c. Shotgun (Daylight and Reduced Lighting).
(1) 9 projectiles (pellets) per round.
Total rounds: 10
Qualification requirements: 70 percent: FO, FA, SA, SPO-I and
SPO-II
Maximum points: 90
(2) 12 projectiles (pellets) per round.
Total rounds: 10
SPO-II
Maximum points: 120
(3) Slug.
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Total rounds: 5
SPO-II
Maximum points: 5
d. SMG.
(1) Daylight.
Total rounds: 60
SPO-II
Maximum points: 300
Total rounds: 30
SPO–II
Maximum points: 150
e. LMG.
Total rounds: 49 (including 1 dummy round)
SPO-II
Maximum points: 240
f. Shooting-on-the-Move.
(1) Handgun.
Total rounds: 40
Qualification requirements: 90 percent: FO, FA, SA, SRF, SPO-III
Maximum points: 200
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Minimum points: (180 = 90 percent)

(2) SMG/rifle.
Total rounds: 40 (Automatic)
28 (Semiautomatic)
Maximum points: 200 (Automatic)
140 (Semiautomatic)
Minimum points: (180=90 percent) (Automatic)
(126=90 percent) (Semiautomatic)
g. Precision Rifle.
(1) Daylight.
Total rounds: 16
Maximum points: 80
Total rounds: 10
Maximum points: 50
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APPENDIX 5. PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE

SCORING TEMPLATES
1. HEAD SCORING TEMPLATE. The Head Scoring Template for the Precision Rifle
Qualification Courses consists of three concentric rings placed within the existing circle
scoring area in the head of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Standard Target (see
Figure 1).
a. The first (outermost) ring of the scoring template is approximately 0.75 inch wide
with a point value of 2.
b. The second (inner) ring of the scoring template is approximately 0.75 inch with a
point value of 4.
c. The innermost circle of the scoring template is approximately 1.75 inches in

diameter with a point value of 5.
2. CENTER OF MASS SCORING TEMPLATE. The Center of Mass Scoring Template for
the Precision Rifle Qualification Courses consists of an inner scoring ring/area (the same
shape as the center mass section of the DOE Standard Target) placed inside the existing
center mass section of the DOE Standard Target (see Figure 2).
a. The inner scoring ring measures approximately 6 inches horizontally and 8 inches
vertically.
b. The scoring template is positioned in the center of the center mass area
approximately 1.75 inches from the left and right sides of the center mass area,
and approximately 1.5 inches from the top and bottom of the center mass area.
c. The area outside the center mass area has a point value of 2.
d. The second (inner) area on the scoring template has a point value of 4.
e. The innermost area of the scoring template has a point value of 5.

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Figure 1. Head Scoring Template

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Figure 2. Center of Mass Scoring Template

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APPENDIX 6. PRACTICAL SHOOTING COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION. The practical shooting courses described in this Appendix are

additional non-mandatory qualification courses designed to exercise and evaluate a
shooter's ability to perform required marksmanship fundamentals while experiencing
stress from doing non-routine tasks (e.g., tactically moving, pivoting, engaging multiple
targets, using available cover, and firing after donning a protective mask).
a. The cognizant security authority determines its own specific tactical requirements
(i.e., barrier/fence climbing, and specific no-shoot areas/devices) and incorporates
them, if feasible, into these courses. These courses include specific criteria for
conduct of the course; however, since range facilities differ from site to site, the
courses may be modified to accommodate the safety requirements for each range.
Modifications to each course are to be the minimum required to perform the
course safely in accordance with the established site range Risk Analysis Report
(RAR).
b. The practical courses emphasize shooting skills relating to shooter movement,

multiple targets, and target identification. These courses address a need to
increase the realism of training by requiring armed protective force (PF)
personnel to move, shoot, reload, take cover, communicate, and use equipment
such as masks and night vision goggles in situations that simulate actual security
emergencies.
c. Consistent with local collective bargaining agreements and other site

considerations, cognizant security authorities are authorized to substitute selected
practical shooting courses to be fired for qualification during one of the semi-
annual qualifications periods, in lieu of the standard, applicable firearms
qualification courses. Should a cognizant security authority voluntarily choose to
use these courses, the requirements below must be met.
(1) Annually (at least every 12 months), each armed PF member will be
required to qualify on the appropriate standard Daylight and Reduced
Lighting courses contained in this document, for his or her assigned
firearms.
(2) For the other required semi-annual (at least every 6 months) qualification,
each armed PF member will fire three of the practical courses, two
Daylight and one Reduced Lighting, for his or her assigned firearm.
Failure to qualify on a practical shooting qualification course will result in
a short remedial training session covering specific techniques. One
additional attempt to qualify will be provided following the remedial
training session. In the event that the PF member fails the second attempt,
the standard qualification course, Daylight or Reduced Lighting,
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whichever is applicable, will be used in its entirety to determine

qualification.
d. The particular targets used in each course will also be dictated by range facilities
and Safety Analysis Reviews. If a cognizant security authority deviates from any
specified target (i.e., paper instead of steel) then the scoring will be changed to
reflect the target engagement requirements (i.e., steel targets are hit once; paper
targets are hit either twice or there is a failure drill).
2. PRACTICAL SHOOTING COURSE ADJUSTMENTS. The practical shooting courses

may be modified to introduce a firearm malfunction during the course of fire. If
malfunctions are introduced into a timed course, an additional amount of time will be
added to compensate for the malfunction.
a. If, during any course of fire, a shooter experiences a malfunction and attempts to
clear or clears the malfunction, the shooter should be allowed to continue the
course of fire. If the malfunction is such that the shooter requires assistance to
clear it, the shooter will be allowed to repeat the course.
b. The courses may be conducted as individual courses of fire or may be combined

to test various skills required for a PF member to be successful against a lethal
threat. The individual mission generally will dictate which of these courses are
most appropriate to test individual skills and abilities.
3. PRACTICAL SHOOTING COURSE SAFETY. The practical shooting courses will be

conducted in accordance with all firearms safety instructions or notes contained in this
document, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Order 440.1B, Worker Protection Program
for DOE (Including the National Nuclear Security Administration) Federal Employees
and such site-specific safety instructions as may apply. Limitations on range use
contained in the range risk analysis must be observed, and all practical shooting courses
will be conducted with the required instructor-to-shooter ratio. For all practical shooting
courses, the firearm will be loaded and carried in the standard duty configuration.
a. Shooting on the Move.
(1) Walking surfaces on the range will be kept as free as practicable of

slipping and tripping hazards. Participants will wear duty footwear.
(2) Muzzle control is especially critical during shooting on the move.

Instructors will ensure that the shooter keeps the muzzle pointed in a safe
direction at all times.
(3) The trigger finger must stay off the trigger until the sights are on the
target.
b. Shooting at Moving Targets.

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(1) Courses of fire using moving targets will be designed so the limitations of
authorized fans of fire are not exceeded.
(2) Moving targets will be positioned so that they are not available to the
shooter when the line of fire would exceed the authorized fan of fire.
c. Deploying from Vehicles.
(1) Muzzle control is especially critical when deploying from vehicles.

Instructors will ensure that the shooter keeps the muzzle pointed in a safe
direction at all times.
(2) Instructors will ensure that the shooter does not place the trigger finger on
the trigger until the sights are on the target.
(3) Walking surfaces on the range will be kept as free as practicable of

slipping and tripping hazards.
d. Shooter Movement Safety.
(1) Students will receive the standard firearms safety briefing.
(2) A description of the course to be fired will be shown and explained in

detail.
(3) Students will walk through the stages of the course and range instructors
will explain each position of fire.
(4) Persons other than the shooter and range instructors will remain in a
designated area to the rear of the course.
(5) Students will load initially on command of the range instructor.
(6) Stages of fire that require reloading will be without command while
students maintain the firearm safely and pointing downrange.
(7) Students will move from position to position with the firearm holstered or
the firearm on safe, finger off the trigger, unless the course dictates firing
at a target while moving.
(8) Firearms will be fired only after the student is in position and ready to
engage a designated target.
4. DOE PRACTICAL SHOOTING COURSES. The following describes each of the

courses. Schematics of the layouts are provided at the end of this Appendix.
a. Course Number 1.
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(1) Objective. This course is designed to evaluate and test the shooter’s
ability to demonstrate the proper method to draw the handgun, engage
multiple targets, and properly reload.
(2) Safety. Safety precautions pertaining to this course of fire will be in

accordance with site-specific firearms safety procedures.
(3) Course Description.
(a) The shooter will load and holster the handgun and make ready for
live fire.
(b) On command, the shooter will draw and engage each target with
one round each, reload, and engage each target again with one
round each.
(c) Upon completion of the course of fire, the shooter will make the
firearm safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light or dark-light

conditions. For the type of firearm, the use of site-specific protective
equipment (i.e., respirator or body armor) will be at the discretion of the
range master. Under dark-light conditions flashlights will be in the ready
position with the handgun holstered.
(5) Scoring.
(a) If the DOE-15 target is used, the inner ring is 5 points, the middle
ring is 4 points, and the outer ring is 3 points.
(b) If the National Rifle Association (NRA) B-27 target is used, hits
inside the 8 ring are 5 points, hits inside the 7 ring are 4 points, and
hits on the silhouette outside the 7 ring are 3 points.
(c) If the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) target

is used, hits inside the A zone are 5 points, hits inside the C zone
are 4 points, and hits inside the B or D zones are 3 points.
(d) Maximum rounds: 12
(e) Maximum score: 60
(f) Minimum score: 70 percent = 42;

80 percent = 48
(g) Maximum time: 18 seconds – pistol

20 seconds – revolver
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b. Course Number 2.
ability to properly execute the failure drill with the handgun.

(a) The shooter will load and holster the handgun.
(b) On command, from Box A, the shooter will draw and fire the
standard defensive response (two presses center mass) on each
target followed by a failure drill (one press to the head) on each
target.
(c) The shooter will reload and holster after each course of fire.
(d) This course of fire will be fired three times by each shooter.
(e) Upon completion of the last course of fire, the shooter will make
the firearm safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim or dark-light conditions. The
type of firearm and the use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e.,
respirator or body armor) will be at the discretion of the range master.
Under dark-light conditions flashlights will be in the ready position with
the handgun holstered.
(5) Scoring.
(a) If the DOE-15 target is used, hits inside the inner ring are 5 points,
the middle ring are 4 points, and the outer ring are 3 points.
(b) If the NRA B-27 target is used, hits inside the 8 ring are 5 points,
inside the 7 ring are 4 points, and hits on the silhouette outside the
7 ring are 3 points.
(c) If the IPSC target is used, hits inside the A zone are 5 points, hits
inside the C zone are 4 points, and hits inside the B or D zones are
3 points.

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(f) Minimum score: 70 percent = 63; 80 percent = 72
(g) Maximum time: 12 seconds per iteration
c. Course Number 3.
ability to fire with the weak hand.

(b) On command, from Box A, the shooter will draw and transfer the
firearm to the weak hand and assume a low-ready position.
(c) On command, the shooter will engage each target with 1 round
each using the weak hand.
(d) After engaging each target with 1 round, the shooter will return to
the low-ready position.
(e) The shooter will repeat this drill 4 times and fire a total of
12 rounds, reloading as necessary.
(f) Upon completion of the course of fire, the shooter will make the
firearm safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light conditions but may not
be fired under dark-light conditions. The type of firearm and the use of
site-specific protective equipment (i.e., respirator or body armor) will be at
the discretion of the range master.
(5) Scoring.
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inside the C zone are 4 points, and hits inside the B or D zone are 3
points.
d. Course Number 4.
ability to demonstrate the proper kneeling and prone firing positions.

(a) The shooter will load and holster the handgun and make ready for
live fire.
(b) The shooter will begin seated in a vehicle with firearm holstered,
door closed, seat belt secured, and hands on the steering wheel.
The shooter may also start in a start box 20 yards from the low
wall.
(c) On command, the shooter will dismount from the vehicle, run to
the low wall, assume kneeling position, and engage targets T1 and
T2 with two rounds each, using proper cover.
(d) The shooter will then assume the prone position and engage target
T3 with two rounds.
(e) After completion of the course, the shooter will make the firearm
safe.
(4) Scoring.
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3 points.
(g) Maximum time: 24 seconds (20 seconds if a box is used)
e. Course Number 5.
ability to present the firearm to the targets and accurately engage each
target while utilizing cover from the selected barricade position.

(b) The shooter begins in Box A, standing and facing the targets with
hands relaxed at the shooter’s sides.
(c) On command, the shooter will draw and engage targets T1, T2, and
T3 with one round each. The shooter will then move to Box B,
ensuring the trigger finger is outside the trigger guard and
alongside the frame. The shooter will ensure the muzzle is pointed
downrange during all movement. Reloading will be done as
needed throughout the course.
(d) At Box B, the shooter will engage targets T4, T5, and T6 with one
round each from either side of the barricade. The shooter will use
the barricade as cover.
(e) The shooter will then move to Box C, and will engage targets T7
and T8 with two rounds each. The shooter will use the barricade
as cover while firing through the 1-foot top port.
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(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light conditions. For the
type of firearm, the use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e.,
(5) Scoring.
(b) If the NRA B-27 target is used, hits in the 8 ring are 5 points, hits
inside the C zone are 4 points, and hits inside the B or D zone are
3 points.
(g) Maximum time: 40 seconds
(h) Engagement of friendly (no-shoot) targets is an automatic failure.
f. Course Number 6.
ability to pivot, draw, and engage multiple targets.

(a) The shooter will load and holster the firearm.
(b) The shooter will begin in Box A with his or her back to the targets.
(c) On command, the shooter will pivot and face the targets, draw the
firearm, and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with one round, each.
The shooter will reload and holster.
(d) This course will be fired twice.

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safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim and dark-light conditions.
For the type of firearm, the use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e.,
Under dark-light conditions flashlights will be in the ready position with
the handgun holstered.
(5) Scoring.
in the C zone are 4 points, and hits inside the B or D zones are
3 points.
(d) Minimum rounds: 6
g. Course Number 7.
ability to draw and engage targets from the prone firing position.

(a) On command, the shooter will load and holster the handgun.
(b) The shooter will start facing the targets.
(c) On command, the shooter will draw, go to the prone position, and
engage all targets through the lower window in the barricade.
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(d) The shooter will engage targets T1-T4 with one round, each.
(e) The shooter will reload and holster after each course of fire.
(f) This course of fire will be fired twice by each shooter.
(g) After completion of the course, the shooter will make the firearm
safe.
(4) Scoring.
3 points.
h. Course Number 8.
ability to engage multiple targets, move obstacles, and reload firearms.

(a) The shooter will load and holster the firearm.
(b) The shooter will be positioned 20 yards from the doorway.

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(c) On command, the shooter will run to the open doorway and knock
or push the no-shoot target out of the way with his or her weak
hand.
(d) The shooter will then draw and engage targets T1 through T4 with
one round, each. The shooter must conduct a speed reload before
engaging target T4. This speed reload may be conducted at any
time between targets T1 and T4. The shooter must use the door
frame as a barricade or as cover.
(e) The shooter will not enter the doorway.
(f) This course will be fired twice.
(g) After the completion of the course of fire, the shooter will make
the firearm safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during low-light conditions. For the
(5) Scoring.
inside the C zone are 4 points, and hits inside B or D zone are
3 points.
i. Course Number 9.
ability to effectively use a barricade for cover and demonstrate the proper
standing and kneeling barricade positions.
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(a) On command, the shooter will load the handgun with the
prescribed site duty load and holster.
(b) The shooter will begin this course 50 feet from the barricade.
(c) On command, the shooter will run to Box A and draw the firearm.
(d) The shooter will engage targets T1, T2, and T3 from Position 1,
the right-side standing barricade position, with one round, each.
(e) The shooter will then move to Position 2, the right-side kneeling
barricade, and engage T1, T2, and T3 with one round each.
(f) The shooter will then reload and move to Position 3, left-hand
standing position, and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with one
round, each.
(g) The shooter will then move to Position 4, left-hand kneeling

position, and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with one round, each.
(h) After completion of the course, the shooter will make the firearm
safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light conditions. The type of
firearm and the use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e., respirator or
body armor) will be at the discretion of the range master.
(5) Scoring.
3 points.

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j. Course Number 10.
ability to draw, identify, and engage hostile targets accurately with either
hand.

(b) The shooter will start at Box A. On command, the shooter will
draw and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with the strong hand only,
in any order, with one round, each. The shooter will then reload
and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with the weak hand only, in any
order, with one round, each.
(c) This course will be fired twice by each shooter.
(d) After completion of the course of fire, the shooter will make the
handgun safe.
(5) Scoring.
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3 points.
k. Course Number 11.
ability to draw and engage targets accurately with the strong and weak
hand.

(b) The shooter will start at the 25-yard line and on command assume
a kneeling position and engage each target with one round.
(c) The shooter will then move to the 15-yard line and engage each
target with one round, reload and engage each target with one more
round. The shooter will reload.
(d) The shooter will then move to the 10-yard line and engage targets
T1, T2, and T3 with one round, each.
(e) The shooter will then move to the 7-yard line, switch to the weak
hand, and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with one round, each.
(f) Each shooter will fire this course twice.
(g) After completion of the course of fire, the shooter will make the
firearm safe.
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(5) Scoring.
hits inside the 7 ring are 4 points, and hits on the silhouette outside
the 7 ring are 3 points.
3 points.
(d) Minimum rounds: 30
(g) Maximum Time: 45 seconds
l. Course Number 12.
ability to engage decision making targets accurately and to engage each
target while shooting on the move.

(b) The shooter will start in Box A, and, on command, the shooter will
draw and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with one round, each.
(c) Shooter will move along the charge line and engage targets T4, T5,
and T6 with one round, each, reloading as necessary.
(d) The shooter will move to Box B and engage targets T7 and T8
with the standard defensive response, followed by a failure drill.
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(e) After engaging targets T7 and T8, the shooter will make the
firearm safe.
firearm and use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e., respirator or
(5) Scoring.
3 points.
m. Course Number 13.
ability to identify and engage hostile targets.

(b) The shooter begins in Box A. On command, the shooter will draw
and engage targets T1 and T2 with two rounds each.
(c) Keeping the finger off the trigger, straight alongside the frame,
firearm in a low-ready position, and pointed downrange, the
shooter will move to Box B and engage target T3 with two rounds.
The shooter will reload as necessary.
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(d) The shooter then moves to Box C and engages target T4 with two
rounds.
safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light and dark-light
conditions. The type of firearm and the use of site-specific protective
range master.
(5) Scoring.
(c) The IPSC target is used, hits inside the A zone are 5 points, hits
3 points.
n. Course Number 14.
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(b) The shooter will begin in Box A. On command, the shooter will
draw and engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with one round, each.
(c) After engaging target T3 with 1 round, the shooter will move to
Box B.
(d) At Box B, the shooter will assume a kneeling position and engage
targets T4, T5, and T6 with one round, each and conduct a speed
reload while moving to Position C.
(e) After moving to Position C, the shooter will engage targets T7, T8,
and T9 with one round, each.
(f) This course will be fired twice by each shooter.
(g) After the completion of the course of fire, the shooter will make
the firearm safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during low-light conditions. For the
respirator or body armor) will be at the discretion of the instructor.
(5) Scoring.
the middle ring are 4 points, and the outer ring 3 points.
inside the C zone are 4 points, and hits in the B or D zones are
3 points.
o. Course Number 15.
ability to engage a moving target.
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(b) The shooter will begin in Box A.
(c) The shooter will be instructed that when the target begins to move
left or right, he or she will draw the firearm and engage the target,
firing a minimum of two rounds. The shooter will holster when
the target is no longer visible.
(d) Each shooter will fire this course three times.
(e) After firing six rounds, the shooter will make the firearm safe.
(f) The target must not be exposed for more than 6 seconds.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light and dark-light
conditions. The type of firearm and the use of site-specific protective
range master.
(5) Scoring.
(a) If the DOE-15 target is used, hits in the inner ring count 5 points,
middle ring 4 points and outer ring 3 points.
(b) If the NRA B-27 target is used, hits in the 8 ring and in count
5 points, inside the 7 ring 4 points, and hits on the silhouette
outside the 7 ring count 3 points.
(c) If the IPSC target is used, hits inside the A zone count 5 points,
hits in the C zone count 4 points, hits in B or D zone count
3 points.
(e) Maximum score: 30 points
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ability to transition to an alternate firearm.

(a) The shooter will make ready for live-fire training with a handgun
and duty long gun. The duty long gun will be in the half-load
configuration with a four-round magazine.
(b) On command, the shooter will engage targets T1 and T2 with the
long gun with two rounds, each.
(c) The shooter will attempt to engage target T3 with the long gun,
which should be empty. The shooter should identify the
malfunction and transition to the handgun, engaging target T3 with
the standard defensive response, followed by a failure drill.
(d) After engaging target T3, the shooter will make the firearms safe.
(5) Scoring.
3 points.

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q. Course Number 17.
ability to properly identify and engage targets in dark-light conditions
using proper flashlight techniques.

(a) The shooter will load the firearm with a duty load and assume a
flashlight low-ready position.
(b) On command, the shooter will start in Box A, turn on the

flashlight, and identify and engage target T1 with two rounds.
Doors may be used in line or as shown.
(c) Shooter will then move to Position B, in flashlight low-ready.

Once in Position B, the shooter will identify and engage targets T2
and T3 with two rounds, each.
(d) After firing, the shooter will make the firearm safe.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dark-light conditions. The type
of firearm and the use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e., respirator
or body armor) will be at the discretion of the range master.
(5) Scoring.
3 points.

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r. Course Number 18.
(1) Objective. This course is designed to evaluate and test the shooter's ability
to safely deploy from a vehicle; fire from the kneeling, prone, and
standing firing positions; properly utilize cover and concealment; react to
a firearms malfunction; and transition from long gun to handgun.

(a) The shooter will load and holster the handgun. The shooter will
then half load a long gun with an eight-round magazine.
(b) The shooter will begin seated in a vehicle with the long gun in the
rack or in the normal duty transport position. Both hands will be
on the steering wheel with the door shut.
(c) On command, the shooter will exit the vehicle. Using the vehicle
as cover, the shooter will engage targets T1 and T2, with 2 rounds
each from 50 yards.
(d) After engaging targets T1 and T2, the shooter will move to
Position B, assume a prone firing position and engage target T3
with two rounds.
(e) The shooter will then move to Position C and engage target T4
with two rounds from the kneeling position.
(f) After engaging target T4, the long gun should be empty. The
shooter will move to Position D and attempt to engage target T5.
The shooter should identify the malfunction and transition to the
handgun (they may sling or ground the long gun). The shooter will
then engage targets T5 and T6 with the standard defensive
response followed by a failure drill.
(g) After completion of the course, the shooter will make the firearms
safe.
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(5) Scoring.
3 points.
s. Course Number 19.
to reload, transition from long gun to handgun, and shoot from both the
left and right barricade positions.

(a) The shooter will load and holster the handgun, half load a long
gun, and make ready for live fire.
(b) The shooter will begin seated at a table. The long gun will be in a
rack.
(c) On command, the shooter will rise, remove the long gun from the
rack, and run 40 yards to Position A.
(d) At Position A, the shooter will engage targets T1, T2, and T3 with
one round, each, reload, and engage targets T4 and T5 with two
rounds, each.
(e) The shooter will then make the long gun safe, ground or sling it,
and move to Position B.
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(f) At Position B, the shooter will don the respirator, draw the
handgun, and engage targets T6, T7, and T8 with one round, each
from the standing right-side barricade position.
(g) The shooter will move to left side kneeling barricade and engage
target T9 with two rounds.
(h) The shooter will then make the firearms safe and holster the
handgun.
(5) Scoring.
3 points.
t. Course Number 20.
to engage shoot/no-shoot targets, perform speed reload, clear
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(a) The shooter will load and holster the handgun. He/she will then
load two long gun magazines with six rounds, each, and half load a
duty long gun with one of the six-round magazines.
(b) The shooter begins at Position A, and, on command, engages

targets T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5 in any order, with one round each.
Then the shooter will place one additional round on each target,
reloading as necessary.
(c) The shooter will make the long gun safe, move to Position B, and
engage targets T6, T7, T8, and T9 with one round, each, in any
order. After the second round, the long gun should be empty, at
which time the shooter should identify the malfunction, make the
firearm safe, and either sling it or ground it. The shooter should
transition to the handgun and continue the engagement by
following up with one additional round on each target.
(d) The shooter will then come to the low-ready, move to Position C,
and engage targets T10, T11, T12, and T13 with one round each,
followed by one additional round per target.
(e) The shooter will then clear and holster a safe firearm.
(4) Options. This course may be run during dim-light conditions. The type
firearm, and the use of site-specific protective equipment (i.e., respirator
or body armor) will be at the discretion of the range master.
(5) Scoring.
3 points.

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right of CL right of CL
T1 No-shoot, edge to edge

with shoulders 12” down
from T1.
X X
7 Yards
on center
2’ by 6’ barricade with a
1”x4” cross bar extending
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feet above ground.
All shoot targets are 5
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4 Yards
T1 T2
1 yard off 1 yard off
center line center line
3 Yards
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Protective Force Firearms Qualification Courses Section B
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SECTION B – USE OF STEEL TARGETS
1. PURPOSE. This Section contains design criteria and deployment of steel targets on U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE) live-fire ranges for use in planning new facilities and major
rehabilitation of existing facilities.
2. GENERAL. The design and method of deployment of steel targets are approved by the
range master. Lesson plans required for all training will include information on how to
conduct the training safely by conducting a documented risk analysis of the training
activity. A sample risk analysis for shooting steel targets is provided in Appendix 1 of
this Section and some examples of types of steel targets are contained in Appendix 2.
a. Steel Target Design and Construction.
(1) The following fundamentals should be considered in steel target design

and construction.
(a) Safety. Targets will be capable of withstanding direct fire and

either containing the effects or directing them in a safe, predictable
direction.
(b) Simplicity. Simple designs generally function more reliably than

complex designs. Targets that rely on gravity and/or kinetic
energy to function are preferable to targets powered by electricity,
pneumatics, or hydraulics.
(c) Durability. The training environment subjects the targets to

extreme weather conditions, rough handling, and repeated impacts
by high-energy projectiles. The design and construction of the
steel target should maximize reliable functioning under all normal
operating conditions.
(2) Steel Target Hazards and Precautions.
(a) Instructors or range personnel at the firing line should position

themselves directly behind the shooter or in such a manner to be
able to observe and control the shooter safely.
(b) The shooter must shoot as straight “downrange” as is practical,

because shooting steel at an angle increases the danger of ricochets
and directs the fragments primarily in one direction.
(c) A minimum of 4 inches of material should be placed at the base of

all steel targets to absorb fragments and to prevent ricocheting
towards the shooter.
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(d) Safe use of steel targets also requires studying the angles and
fabrication concepts of the structural supports for the target and
ensuring that projectile fragments and/or ricochets will be safely
directed away from the firing line.
(e) Steel targets will be checked for function and condition before and
after a qualification/training activity or at any time damage is
suspected.
(f) Firearms instructors continuously observe the results of firing on

steel targets, particularly checking for any splatter back to the
firing line area or any other areas used by personnel. If splatter is
observed, firing will be halted immediately and the cause corrected
before firing is resumed.
(3) The following guidelines will be used to select the appropriate steel for
target surfaces.
(a) Steel plate with a minimum of 200 Brinell Hardness (BHN) is

intended for light handgun cartridge use. Only all-lead light target
ammunition for calibers .22 through .38 may be fired at 200 BHN
steel.
(b) NOTE: High-velocity service ammunition should not be used on

200 BHN steel.
(c) Steel plate with a minimum of 400 BHN is intended for heavy use
from handguns and shotguns firing duty or training ammunition.
(d) NOTE: Shotgun slugs or rifle ammunition should not be used on

400 BHN steel.
(e) Steel plate with a minimum of 500 BHN is intended for heavy use
from handguns, shotguns, and rifles firing duty or training
ammunition.
(f) NOTE: Steel plate with more than 540 BHN is too brittle to be
suitable for use as steel targets.
(g) NOTE: Armor-piercing ammunition must not be used on any type

of steel plate or target regardless of the steel’s hardness unless that
target has been relegated to long-range use in accordance with an
approved risk analysis.
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(4) The ballistic properties of the weapon system (the firearm and the
ammunition) must be thoroughly understood and considered, coupled with
the training objective, when determining the appropriateness of steel plate.
b. Structural Supports for Steel Targets.
(1) Support structures should be located where they are not likely to be struck
by projectiles or splatter, be designed to direct ricochets or splatter
downrange, or be protected by deflectors that direct ricochets or splatter
downrange. Structural supports must be shielded by a material (i.e.,
sandbags) capable of absorbing direct fire and splatter.
(2) Steel targets and their structural support systems may tilt toward or away
from the firing line directing the splatter into the ground near the target or
downrange away from the firing line.
c. Target Condition.
(1) Steel targets will be examined for deterioration (i.e., dimpling or cratering;
concave or convex warping; cracks, joints and/or holes in the target
surface) prior to and after every use and at any time during use that
damage is suspected.
(2) A deteriorated target should be removed from use or relegated to long-

range use that has been approved through a risk analysis.
(3) Steel targets used for close-range work that have one dimple or crater must
be regarded as a hazard. Targets that contain dimples larger than 1/16
inch in depth should be removed from use. They can be repaired by using
the proper techniques.
(4) Concave Bowing.
(a) Targets that bow more than 10 degrees should not be used.
Instructors may use the following calculation to determine target
bow. A straight edge is placed on the face of a steel target
ensuring contact at the top and bottom of the target. The point on
the target face that affords the maximum air space bowing away
from the straight edge is determined, and this distance is then
measured. The formula to determine the maximum allowable
depth of the bow for any specific length is: half the length of
bowed portion of target x tangent 10 degrees = allowable depth.
(Tangent 10 degrees = .17632). See Figures 1 and 2 for an
illustration of the measurement procedure.
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(b) The target should not be used if the space between the straight
edge and the face of the target exceeds the following examples:
TARGET TARGET BOW
HEIGHT (inches (inches)
20 1.7
38 2.9
42 3.7
A target that has less than a 10 degree bow may be reversed 180
degrees to the shooter and retained for use. Targets that bow 10
degrees or more will be removed from service.
(5) Cracks, Joints, or Welds.
(a) Some steel targets are designed with target elements that move
independently of the main target (i.e., “flip-away” areas). If a
hinge or joint is exposed, a target will be evaluated carefully to
determine potential splatter zones. They should be monitored
closely to ensure that fragments are not reaching the firing line and
may require minimum shooter-to-target distances greater than
other targets.
(b) Hardened steel plate requires special welding techniques to attach

brackets, hinges, and pivot points. Such attachment points will be
protected by shields, sandbags, or other means and designed to
minimize splatter.
3. TARGET PLACEMENT.
a. Distance of the participants and bystanders from the target. An observer area, if
required, will be established in a safe area on the range. All movement by
personnel on the firing range should be monitored strictly by instructors. The
following minimum shooter-to-steel target distances will be used.
(1) 7 yards for handgun caliber firearms and shotguns firing shot (see
Appendix 3, Figures 1 and 5 of this Section).
(2) 50 yards for shotguns firing slugs or rifles firing service ammunition (see
Appendix 3, Figure 4 of this Section).
(3) Shooter-to-steel target distances for frangible ammunition will be

established in consideration of the manufacturer’s recommendation.
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b
a
Figure 1 Figure 2
The formula to use to determine the maximum The formula to use to determine the
allowable depth of a target that is completely maximum allowable depth of the bow for
bowed is: any specific length of the bowed portion is:
half the length of the target (a) x the tangent of length of bowed portion of target (a) x
10 degrees = allowable bow (b). tangent of 10 degrees = allowable bow (b).
b. Location of participants and bystanders relative to the target. Participants,

observers, and bystanders will be located outside the splatter zone(s). Appendix
3, Figures 2, 4, and 5 of this Section indicate maximum distances participants,
observers, and bystanders could be on either side of the gun-to-target line. These
maximums are calculated based on the angle of the splatter and the minimum
allowed distance to the target. To minimize the likelihood of injury, all personnel
on the range should be behind the shooter(s) and as close to the gun-to-target
line(s) as practicable.
c. Distance and angle of multiple targets relative to each other. When using multiple
targets, each target will be placed outside the splatter zone of every other target,
positioned to prevent splatter, or shielded to prevent secondary splatter (see
Appendix 3, Figures 2 and 3 of this Section). Instructors will review the course of
fire for any potential signs of splatter hazards that will require increased shooter
distances. Instructors must ensure physical controls are in place for identified
hazards. One option is to place barricades (usually wood) between the targets.
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d. The ability of the targets to move on projectile impact. When using targets that
move or that may be struck by follow-up shots, instructors should ensure that the
angle does not change in a direction that causes the splatter to come back up range
or ricochet toward other occupied areas.
4. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE). Additional PPE should be required

for all personnel when firing on steel targets. Hats with brims should be worn in addition
to approved eye and hearing protection unless wearing approved goggles or night vision
goggles and/or tactical helmets.
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APPENDIX 1. SAMPLE OF HAZARDS REVIEW
NOTE: THIS ANALYSIS ONLY ADDRESSES HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH FIRING

AT STEEL TARGETS. HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH USE OF FIREARMS OR
A SPECIFIC COURSE OF FIRE MUST ALSO BE ASSESSED.
CONDITION/TASK HAZARD/RISK RECOMMENDED CONTROL
Firing handgun, shotgun, Regardless of the precise nature of The following precautions are
and rifle caliber firearms the hazard, the risk is that required anytime steel targets are
at steel targets participants, observers, or used:
bystanders are struck by bullet
fragments causing serious to minor Participants, observers, or
injuries. bystanders must wear eye protection
with side protection and hats/caps
with brims/bills. If shooters are
wearing goggles or night vision
equipment, additional headgear is
not required.
Participants, observers, or
bystanders must be positioned
outside of splatter zone.
If possible due to design, target

surface angled slightly toward
shooter to direct fragments
downward.
Firing handgun As above Participants, observers, and
ammunition bystanders may be not closer to
target than 30 feet nor more than
50 feet either side of the gun to
target line. Distances for firing
frangible ammunition are
determined by the manufacturer.
Firing buckshot As above Participants, observers, and
bystanders may be not closer to
target line.
Firing rifle ammunition or As above Participants, observers, and
shotgun slugs bystanders may be not closer to
target line.
B1-2 10-01-08
Due to target design or Steel used to make targets must be

construction, bullet dimples, or hard enough and thick enough to
cracks, or penetrates steel target prevent dimpling or penetration and
surface; sufficiently malleable to prevent
cracking.
Subsequent bullets impact surface
defect and fragments are directed Only weapon systems compatible
back up range. with the specific target
design/construction may be used.
Design of steel targets must be

approved by the range master.
Due to target design, bullet strikes Target design minimizes structural
structural support (other than target supports within splatter zone;
surface) and fragments are directed
back up range. Deflective surfaces minimized or
shielded when target surface has
reacted (if applicable);
Structural supports protected by

deflectors that direct bullets and
fragments downrange;
Otherwise, structural supports are

shielded by material capable of
absorbing bullet fragments (i.e.,
sandbags).
Due to damaged target, bullet Steel targets must be examined prior
strikes dimple, crack, or hole and to use:
fragments are directed back up
range. Targets with holes or cracks, with
dimples deeper than one-sixteenth
inch, or with a bow >10 degrees
must not be used as targets for
handgun caliber weapon systems or
shotguns.
(They may be used for rifle targets

at distances >100 yards).
10-01-08 B1-3

Bullet strikes surface of properly For splatter off target surface:
designed, properly built, and
properly shielded target; If possible due to design, target
surface angled slightly toward
Fragments splatter off target shooter to direct fragments
surface, strike structural supports or downward.
other surfaces on range.
For ricochet off structural support:
Design of target minimizes

structural supports within splatter
zone.
Structural supports within splatter

zone are shielded/padded (i.e., using
sandbags).
Multiple targets – multiple One or more shooters address In multiple steel target scenarios,
shooters multiple steel targets, fragments targets must be placed so that no
splatter from target surfaces, strike target is within the splatter zone of
adjacent targets or deflective any other target in the array, or
surfaces on the range, and are shielded from the splatter from other
directed back up range. targets. Shielding must be angled to
deflect splatter downrange.
Other deflective surfaces must be

eliminated or shielded.
Participants, observers, and

bystanders must be positioned
outside the splatter zone of every
target in the array.
Moving shooters As above Movement of shooters must be
controlled to prevent them from
entering the splatter zone(s) of the
target(s).
10-01-08 B2-1
APPENDIX 2. EXAMPLES OF STEEL TARGETS
The depicted target types are representative of the styles and types available from steel target
manufacturers. They are not to be construed as the only styles authorized for protective force
use.
Pepper Poppers
These steel targets are made in different sizes and are

used to represent the head and body of a human. Pepper
popper targets are adjustable and designed to pivot on a
support base and fall rearward when struck by a
projectile. (Plans available from the DOE National
Training Center [NTC].)
Round Plates
These steel plates vary in size, stand on a

base or hang on a rack and are used to
simulate head shots.
Droppers
These steel targets represent the head and upper torso of the human
silhouette. Most dropper targets stand about 5 feet tall and consist of
the steel target and a pole for the target to slide down. They are called
dropper targets because they drop quickly down the pole when struck
by a projectile.
B2-2 10-01-08
Davis Poppers
These steel targets are similar to the pepper popper steel targets
but are larger and squarer. They pivot to the rear on a support
base but are usually used as stationary targets with a forward tilt
of approximately 15 degrees to help direct rounds downward
into the ground. Because of their size and weight, they are
usually permanently located on the range and also used
extensively for shooting with shotguns firing buckshot. (Plans
available from the DOE NTC.)
Standing Silhouette
These targets are a steel version of the International Practical Shooting

Course cardboard target. These targets sit on a stationary stand
making the targets about 5½ feet tall. They are useful for firing at
greater distances and are generally painted to enable the hits to be
seen.
Swinging Targets
These are a swinging version of the round steel plates used for head
shots during rifle training. When set at greater distances (100 yards
and beyond), the targets can be seen swinging when they are hit. The
4-inch targets normally swing all the way around, and the 10-inch
targets move a few inches rearward.
10-01-08 B3-1
APPENDIX 3. STEEL TARGET SPLATTER ZONES
Figure 1. Splatter Zone for Handgun Ammunition Fired on Steel Target
Figure 2. Splatter Zone for Handgun Ammunition Fired on Multiple Steel Targets
Figure 3. Splatter Zone for Handgun Ammunition Fired on Multiple Steel Targets (Staggered)
Figure 4. Splatter Zone for Rifle Ammunition and Shotgun Slugs Fired on Steel Target
Figure 5. Splatter Zone for Buckshot Ammunition Fired on Steel Target

B3-2 10-01-08

SPLATTER ZONE
STEEL TARGET
20 20
21 FT.
50 FT. 50 FT.
FIRING LINE GUN TO TARGET LINE
SPLATTER ZONE FOR HANDGUN AMMUNITION FIRED ON STEEL TARGET
Figure 1. Splatter Zone for Handgun Ammunition Fired on Steel Target

STEEL TARGETS
SAFE ZONE
FIRING LINE
DIRECTION OF FIRE
SPLATTER ZONE FOR HANDGUN AMMUNITION FIRED ON MULTIPLE STEEL TARGETS
Note: The splatter zones of targets at either end of target line determines the width of safe

Figure 2. Splatter Zone for Handgun Ammunition Fired on Multiple Steel Targets
10-01-08 B3-3
STEEL TARGETS
SAFE ZONE
FIRING LINE
DIRECTION OF FIRE
SPLATTER ZONE FOR HANDGUN AMMUNITION FIRED ON MULTIPLE STEEL TARGETS
Note: The splatter zone of the target closest to the firing line determines the safe zone
Figure 3. Splatter Zone for Handgun Ammunition Fired on Multiple Steel Targets (Staggered)
SPLATTER ZONE
STEEL TARGET
150
FT.
GUN TO TARGET LINE
15 FT. 15 FT.
FIRING LINE
Figure 4. Splatter Zone for Rifle Ammunition and Shotgun Slugs Fired on Steel Target
B3-4 10-01-08

SPLATTER ZONE
STEEL TARGET
47 47
21 FT.
15 FT. 15 FT.
FIRING LINE GUN TO TARGET LINE
SPLATTER ZONE FOR BUCKSHOT AMMUNITION FIRED ON STEEL TARGET
Figure 5. Splatter Zone for Buckshot Ammunition Fired on Steel Target

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PROTECTIVE FORCE

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: INITIATED BY:

SECTION A – APPROVED FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES ........................ A-1

CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................. A-1

CHAPTER II. DOE FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE

CHAPTER III. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIREARMS

CHAPTER IV. HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES .................................... A-7

CHAPTER V. RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES ............................................ A-17

CHAPTER VI. SHOTGUN QUALIFICATION COURSES ................................... A-33

CHAPTER VII. SUBMACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES ................ A-36

4. Reduced Lighting Submachine Gun Qualification Course............................ A-39

CHAPTER VIII. LIGHT MACHINE GUN QUALIFICATION COURSES ........ A-43

CHAPTER IX. PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSES ................... A-57

CHAPTER X. LIVE-FIRE SHOOT HOUSE QUALIFICATION COURSES...... A-64

CHAPTER XI . SHOOTING-ON-THE-MOVE QUALIFICATION COURSES . A-72

APPENDIX 1. QUALIFICATION COURSES PENDING APPROVAL ........................ A1-1

CHAPTER I. PENDING HANDGUN QUALIFICATION COURSE .................... A1-1

CHAPTER II. PENDING TACTICAL RESPONSE FORCE COMBINED

APPENDIX 2. REDUCED LIGHTING STANDARDS AND MEASUREMENTS FOR

APPENDIX 3. REMEDIAL FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSE........................ A3-1

APPENDIX 4. TARGETS AND SCORING FOR DOE FIREARMS

APPENDIX 5. PRECISION RIFLE QUALIFICATION COURSE SCORING

APPENDIX 6. PRACTICAL SHOOTING COURSES ..................................................... A6-1

SECTION B – USE OF STEEL TARGETS............................................................................B-1

APPENDIX 1. SAMPLE OF HAZARDS REVIEW ...........................................................B1-1

APPENDIX 2. EXAMPLES OF STEEL TARGETS ..........................................................B2-1

APPENDIX 3. STEEL TARGET SPLATTER ZONES .....................................................B3-1

SECTION A – APPROVED FIREARMS QUALIFICATION COURSES

a. Firearms qualification courses described in this document are approved by the

b. PF personnel will achieve high standards of marksmanship and proficiency in

a. Appendix 1 provides information on courses that are pending approval.

b. Appendix 2 provides requirements for lighting standards and measurement

c. Appendix 3, as well as Chapter XI of DOE M 470.4-3A, Contractor Protective

d. Appendix 4 provides target specifications and scoring details and requirements.

e. Appendix 5 contains descriptions of scoring templates used during precision rifle

f. Appendix 6 describes the practical shooting courses. Consistent with local

CHAPTER II. DOE FIREARMS QUALIFICATION

1. PURPOSE. To describe the process by which U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

a. The long-established review, design, and development process for qualification

b. As prescribed by DOE M 470.4-3A, Contractor Protective Force, PF COFs must

c. Following the TMWG/TAC review and inclusion of any recommended

e. PF personnel who complete a new course successfully will be considered

f. Following analysis of the validation phase by the NTC, any resultant

a. DOE Firearms Policy Panel (FPP).

(2) Reviews DOE Standardized Firearms Qualification COFs and

(3) Develops new COFs as needed and/or as recommended by members.

b. DOE Protective Forces Safety Committee (PFSC).

(1) Consists of Federal safety professionals responsible for site or Department

c. DOE Training Managers’ Working Group (TMWG).

(1) Consists of Federal and contractor managers responsible for the

(2) Provides recommendations for COF development/revision to the FPP.

(3) Reviews COF recommendations forwarded from the FPP.

(4) Provides opinions/recommendations on COFs to the TAC.

d. DOE Training Advisory Committee (TAC).