Authorized F/A’s

Question 1

What is the policy regarding members carrying firearms in the performance of their duties?

Answer 1

All members must ensure their handgun complies with approved standards or obtain a confiscated, cleared handgun

This includes all commissioned officers, recruits, and some civilian positions.

Question 2

What must department members do if they possess a department-issued handgun?

Answer 2

They may retain it until retirement or reclassification to a non-firearm carrying position.

Question 3

What is the role of the police and corrections academy concerning firearms for recruits?

Answer 3

Maintain a stock of inert department-owned handguns to be issued to recruits.

Question 4

What is required for all members who carry firearms on duty?

Answer 4

They must be trained and qualified to employ a firearm.

Question 5

What does ‘adjunct Firearms Training and Tactics Unit (AFTTU) instructor’ refer to?

Answer 5

An LVMPD firearms instructor who is not a full-time FTTU staff member.

Question 6

Define ‘backup handgun’.

Answer 6

A backup firearm that can be carried while off duty or in addition to the duty handgun.

Question 7

What is ‘co-witness’ in firearms terminology?

Answer 7

Allows iron sights and optics to be zeroed at the same distance.

Question 8

What is the ‘cruiser ready condition’ for a firearm?

Answer 8

Condition where the rifle/shotgun has an empty chamber, bolt forward, ammunition source, and the safety in the ‘on’ position.

Question 9

What is a ‘duty handgun’?

Answer 9

An officer’s primary firearm to be carried while on duty.

Question 10

What does ‘firearm furniture’ refer to?

Answer 10

Accessories to a firearm, excluding the barrel and receiver(s).

Question 11

What is ‘Qualification Seven (Qual-7)’?

Answer 11

An enhancement block of training instruction that can be conducted at the direction of executive staff or a supervisor.

Question 12

What is the role of the ‘rangemaster’?

Answer 12

The FTTU sergeant or a full-time FTTU staff member responsible for overseeing firearm qualifications.

Question 13

True or False: Suppressors are approved for department use.

Answer 13

False.

Question 14

What must all firearms be approved by?

Answer 14

The Firearms Training and Tactics Unit (FTTU).

Question 15

What is required for police recruits regarding their firearm choice?

Answer 15

They must advise the academy staff of their firearm choice to be used.

Question 16

What is the responsibility of the UMLV staff concerning firearms?

Answer 16

Maintain a file listing the members authorized to carry firearms.

Question 17

What is required for specialized units like SWAT before making changes to weapons?

Answer 17

They must have a trial and evaluation (T&E) process in place.

Question 18

What types of handguns are approved for department use?

Answer 18

Duty handguns, backup handguns, undercover handguns, and off-duty handguns.

Question 19

What are the caliber requirements for duty handguns?

Answer 19

9mm Luger, .40 Smith & Wesson, or .45 ACP.

Question 20

What is the barrel length requirement for duty handguns?

Answer 20

At least 3.5 in. and not to exceed 6 in.

Question 21

What type of finish is allowed on duty handguns?

Answer 21

Blued, black, gray, tan, or stainless steel.

Question 22

What is the ammunition requirement for duty handguns?

Answer 22

Department-issued only.

Question 23

What is the maximum number of magazines uniformed officers must carry?

Answer 23

A minimum of two, maximum of eight magazines.

Question 24

What is the requirement for optical sights on duty handguns?

Answer 24

They must be co-witnessed with iron sights.

Question 25

What is the department-issued shotgun model?

Answer 25

The Remington 870 12-gauge shotgun.

Question 26

What is the barrel length requirement for approved shotguns?

Answer 26

At least 14 in. and not to exceed 20 in.

Question 27

What type of choke must be equipped on shotguns?

Answer 27

Cylinder bore, improved cylinder, or a modified choke tube.

Question 28

What are the requirements for sights on shotguns?

Answer 28

Must be adjustable rifle or ghost ring/aperture sights; bead sights are not allowed.

Question 29

What is prohibited on shotguns according to the policy?

Answer 29

Magnifiers and/or lasers.

Question 30

What must accompany optical sights on shotguns?

Answer 30

Iron sights must be co-witnessed.

Question 31

Who must inspect weapons utilizing optical sights?

Answer 31

FTTU staff.

Question 32

What type of ammunition are officers authorized to carry in shotguns?

Answer 32

Shotgun slugs.

Question 33

What is the only type of buckshot allowed in the magazine tube if an officer is not slug-certified?

Answer 33

00 buckshot.

Question 34

What are the department-issued rifles?

Answer 34

Colt AR-15 and Smith & Wesson MP-15 variant.

Question 35

What is the maximum capacity for rifle magazines according to the policy?

Answer 35

30 rounds (but officers will load only 28 rounds).

Question 36

What modifications are allowed on department-issued rifles?

Answer 36

Backup sights, optics, weapon-mounted light, and single-point sling adapter by certified FTTU armorers.

Question 37

What is the storage condition for rifles in vehicles?

Answer 37

Cruiser Ready condition.

Question 38

What is the minimum barrel length for AR-15 pattern rifles?

Answer 38

At least 10 inches.

Question 39

What type of flashlight mounts are not approved?

Answer 39

Flashlight mounts activated by the firearm's trigger.

Question 40

What must officers maintain regarding their firearms?

Answer 40

A reasonably clean and functional firearm.

Question 41

What is the qualification standard for handgun carriers?

Answer 41

75%.

Question 42

What happens if an officer fails to qualify with a handgun after two attempts?

Answer 42

They are no longer authorized to carry a handgun.

Question 43

What is the qualification standard for rifle carriers?

Answer 43

90%.

Question 44

What is required for SPR certification?

Answer 44

Maintain a 90% qualification standard.

Question 45

What is the maximum number of attempts allowed for shotgun slug qualification?

Answer 45

Two attempts.

Question 46

What is the minimum qualification percentage for shotgun slug qualification?

Answer 46

80%.

Question 47

What type of optics can SPR officers utilize after certification?

Answer 47

Variable power optics with a 1x-6x or 1x-8x range.

Question 48

Fill in the blank: Officers are responsible for knowing what type of ammunition is loaded into their shotgun as well as how many _______.

Answer 48

rounds.

Question 49

What must officers use when storing rifles in a vehicle?

Answer 49

A locking mount.

Question 50

What is the responsibility of officers regarding optional firearms?

Answer 50

To send the firearm to the manufacturer for repair if FTTU cannot support it.

Question 51

What action is taken if an officer fails to qualify during firearms training?

Answer 51

The officer will be de-certified to carry the SPR and must remove the variable-powered optic from their rifle. ## Footnote Officers may use a red dot or iron sights.

Question 52

Since when are all recruits graduating from the Corrections Academy considered department weapons carriers?

Answer 52

Since November 2007.

Question 53

What is the duration of the Corrections Officer Weapons Carrier class for not currently certified corrections officers?

Answer 53

24 hours.

Question 54

What training is required for civilian members who begin carrying a firearm after November 1, 2007?

Answer 54

* 40 hours of basic handgun training * 20 hours of low light/tactical training

Question 55

What happens if department members fail to attain the minimum acceptable score during firearms qualification?

Answer 55

They will be prohibited from carrying a firearm until they successfully qualify.

Question 56

What are the consequences for weapons carriers who fail to participate in mandatory firearms qualification?

Answer 56

They may face a Statement of Complaint from their immediate supervisor.

Question 57

What is the protocol if a department member fails to participate in a qualification?

Answer 57

They will be de-certified and must attend the appropriate recertification course.

Question 58

What must a department member do if they are on administrative leave?

Answer 58

They may be granted an administrative exemption from firearms qualification.

Question 59

What are the four firearms safety rules that all members must adhere to?

Answer 59

* All firearms will be considered loaded at all times. * Do not point the firearm at anything you are not prepared to destroy. * Never put your finger on the trigger until on target and ready to fire. * Always be able to identify and isolate the target and its surroundings.

Question 60

What are the requirements for certification as an LVMPD firearms instructor?

Answer 60

* Successfully complete the LVMPD 40-hour Firearms Instructor Course. * Participate as an instructor in 40 hours of instructor to student training annually. * Successfully complete the four-hour block of firearms instructor qualification/training every quarter.

Question 61

Who has the authority to conduct firearms training and qualification for department members?

Answer 61

Only department firearms instructors (FTTU, AFTTU).

Question 62

What is the minimum score required for academy recruits on two standardized qualifications?

Answer 62

75%.

Question 63

What is the role of the Firearms Advisory Board?

Answer 63

To evaluate weapons, ammunition, and associated training programs, and submit recommendations for changes to the Training Committee.

Question 64

Fill in the blank: Members of the Firearms Advisory Board include the Firearms Range supervisor, a firearms specialist, and a __________.

Answer 64

Detention Services Division Training Section member.

Question 65

What happens if a department member fails to qualify after completing remedial training?

Answer 65

They will be referred to Academy staff as failure to respond to training.

Question 66

What must department members do upon return to full duty after an illness or injury?

Answer 66

Schedule make-up firearms qualification (Qual-7) to remain compliant with Nevada POST standards.

Question 67

What is the responsibility of the division commander regarding a member who fails to participate in firearms qualification?

Answer 67

Direct the chain of command to assign the member to a position not requiring a firearm.