Training Courses
Explosives, firearms & HME coursesThe current security threat is constantly evolving. Those involved in countering the multiple challenges we now face need up-to-date knowledge of the materials and techniques used.
Much of the information provided in current military and civilian courses and literature is out of date, relating only to historic events.
Designed by industry experts and led by experienced instructors, our training courses offer a unique blend of classroom teaching and practical demonstrations. They are ideal for those who wish to improve their knowledge of current security threats.
Topics covered in our courses:
- An introduction to explosives, including the safe handling of live materials
- An introduction to HMEs (home-made explosives)
- Demonstrations of HME manufacture, including peroxides and liquid explosives
- Live demonstrations of commercial, military and home-made explosives
- Recognition of a home-made explosives site
- An introduction to IIDs & IEDs (improvised devices) and hands-on presentation of real-life examples
- An introduction to firearms, both historic and current, and those disguised as other objects
- Demonstrations of various firearms calibres, and their effects on wood, steel and ballistic gel targets
- An introduction to explosives, including the safe handling of live materials
- An introduction to HMEs (home-made explosives)
- Demonstrations of HME manufacture, including peroxides and liquid explosives
- Live demonstrations of commercial, military and home-made explosives
- Recognition of a home-made explosives site
- An introduction to IEDs (improvised explosive devices), including a hands-on presentation of real-life examples
There is no examination but a certificate of attendance will be issued.
Who should attend?
Our courses are aimed at professionals working in:
- security
- defence
- policing
- the fire service
- detection equipment research
- detection dog training
- probation and social services
- others for whom a knowledge of current security threats and an ability to recognise a home-made explosives site would be useful
Bespoke training
We can design bespoke training courses to suit the requirements of your organisation.
Our training facilities can accommodate up to 16 delegates. For organisations wishing to reserve all 16 places as a private course, please contact us to discuss mutually convenient dates and your training requirements.
Contact us now
To register interest for any of our courses or to enquire further, please contact us using the form below.
Before we accept your booking onto a course, evidence of a legitimate interest must be provided. Security checks may apply.
