Self Defense Training

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Tactical Firearms Training Simulator for Home Or Training Class

Dry fire laser training with the Decision Target System

How to use the Decision Target System - Self Defense Simulator

This is a brief description of how to get started with the Decision Target System, Self Defense Simulator, and how you can use it to improve, your self-defense preparedness.

The simulator contains video depictions of realistic self-defense situations, with real people, playing the roles of threats, victims, and bystanders. The simulator also includes no-shoot scenarios in which the use of deadly force may not be legally justified.

The system is designed to help you prepare for real world self-defense, and some scenarios depict graphic violence and language. For added realism, some scenarios depict threats firing `their weapons at you. Before using the simulator, be sure to:

Read the DRY FIRE TRAINING SAFETY RULES section of this brochure. A video version of the DRY FIRE TRAINING SAFETY RULES is also included on the DVD Instructions and Information menu.
Review the videos CHOOSING YOUR TRAINING WEAPON and SETTING UP YOUR TRAINING AREA on the DVD Instructions and Information menu.
Follow all dry fire training, and firearm safety rules and procedures.

HOW TO TRAIN WITH THE DECISION TARGET SYSTEM

You train with the simulator by immersing yourself in each scenario and reacting with your training weapon just as you would if it was really happening to YOU. The ability to adopt this mindset is critical to gaining the most benefit from the simulator.

Your goal is to develop good threat responses, and not make mistakes that in the real world could result in an undesirable outcome for you. The Decision Target System simulator is designed to help you:

Develop your self-defense awareness, judgment, and decision making.
Train to move, use cover, communicate, and handle your self-defense weapon effectively under stress.

If you carry concealed, you should try to use training equipment that closely matches your everyday carry equipment. For more information see the video on Choosing Your Training Weapon.

To evaluate your scenario performance when training with the DTS simulator, see the video “Avoiding the Fatal Error” included with the DVD.

STARTING A TRAINING SESSION

When you're ready, and your training area and equipment are properly prepared, start your training session by selecting a Target Set from the main menu.
Each Target set contains 15 different and unrelated self-defense scenarios, such as assault, road rage, armed robbery, home invasion, active shooters, or terrorism.
If you are a Concealed Carrier, you should start each scenario, with your training weapon holstered, in your normal carry position.
When the scenario starts, the camera view is your view. Respond as you would if it was really happening to you. WARNING: Some scenarios develop very quickly and move very fast.
After each scenario ends and fades to black, there will be a 5 second pause before the next scenario starts. If you have drawn your weapon, use this short break to re-holster, move away from cover, and prepare for the next scenario.
Use your experience, knowledge of the law, and any previous training in your responses to the scenarios in the simulator.

Training points to remember:

Every scenario is not a shooting scenario. In many cases your first response should NOT be an attempt to draw your training weapon.
Learn about movement, cover, and concealment, and how to use it.
Learn to use verbal commands when appropriate for the situation.
You should be able to explain your actions after each scenario.
Use the “Fatal Error” system to judge your performance in the scenarios.

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Safety Rules

Dry Fire training safety rules

Schedule and plan your dry fire training time. Allow for 15 to 30 minutes of uninterrupted practice time so you can maintain your focus. When it’s time for practice, make sure you have the proper mindset, so that you can train safely, and with purpose.
Train only when you’re rested, and alert. Never practice under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Simulated self-defense training can be physically demanding. Ensure that you’re healthy enough for this activity.
Designate a specific room or area for dry practice, and always use the same practice area. Don’t dry practice anywhere else in your home.
Prepare your dry fire practice area so that you have room to move and use cover. Remove any potential trip hazards. Remove all distractions. No phones, family members, or pets.

DRY FIRE TRAINING WEAPON SAFETY

Consult your firearm manufacturer’s instructions on the safe handling and operation of your firearm.
If you use laser devices for dry fire training, be sure to follow all manufacturer directions for the safe use of the laser.
If you use a real firearm, or any projectile firing weapon for dry fire training, you assume, all risks associated with the use of that weapon. Safety must be your top priority, and you must strictly adhere to the following safety procedures:
UNLOAD AND CLEAR YOUR WEAPON
To clear a pistol, remove the magazine, lock the slide open, and insure there is no live round in the chamber. Leave the slide open.
To clear a revolver, open the cylinder, and remove live rounds from each chamber of the cylinder. Make sure each chamber is empty. Leave the cylinder open.
Check and confirm again that the firearm is cleared.
Check and confirm again.

REMOVE ALL LIVE AMMUNITION FROM YOUR PERSON AND THE PRACTICE AREA.

Secure all live ammunition in a separate room.
Remove any other firearms from the practice area and secure in a separate room.
If you train with a partner, you should clear each other, and your training weapons. All users should review and follow all safety procedures.
Don’t use homemade dummy rounds if you train with magazines for practice reloads, or malfunction drills. Use ONLY commercial, brightly colored practice rounds or snap caps in the magazines.
Ensure your target display has a safe backstop, and that it’s capable of stopping a round from a negligent discharge.
Remember YOU are responsible for any damage or injury caused by your negligent discharge.

Even when training without live ammunition, always follow the 4 rules of gun safety.

1. Always treat firearms as if loaded

2. Never point a firearm at anything you’re not willing to destroy.

3. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

4. Know what your target is and what’s behind it.

Failure to follow the rules of gun safety can result in serious injury or death.

ENDING YOUR DRY FIRE TRAINING SESSION

When your dry practice session is done, it’s DONE! Never do it “just one more time”
Say aloud to yourself several times: “Dry Practice is over”
Secure all your dry fire equipment.
Let a few minutes pass before handling your real carry weapon and ammo. When you do, say aloud to yourself several times: "REAL WEAPON, LIVE AMMO.
Continue to follow all safe weapon handling procedures.

Always Train Safely!

Engaging Threats

How to Engage Threats in the Decision Target System Simulator

Always employ proper techniques and information when using the Decision Target System.
Study and train with experienced, qualified experts to ensure you are training properly.
Know and incorporate your state’s self-defense laws into your training, and then train accordingly.

When new users are first confronted by an armed deadly threat in the Decision Target System simulator, most react with a very poor threat response. Almost everyone we observe, tend to make the following mistakes:

They don't move.
They don't use cover.
They don't fire multiple rounds,
And they don't communicate or use verbal commands.

Learning to avoid these mistakes, can improve your chances for survival in a real-life self-defense incident.

When you’re confronted by armed threats in the simulator, remember to use movement, use cover, fire multiple rounds until the threat is over, and use verbal commands when possible.

The Decision Target System is designed to help you develop effective threat responses, in a variety of self-defense scenarios. The video in this section demonstrates both good, and bad threat responses.

Options for Training Weapons

Dry Fire Training Weapon Options

For the most effective training, you should choose a training weapon that is similar to your everyday carry weapon.
There are a number of non-lethal, designated training weapons available that are suitable for use with the Decision Target System Simulator.
In this time of ammunition shortages, dry fire training products are becoming increasingly popular. Take the time to research the many products available and find the ones most suitable for your dry fire training requirements.
See the video for more information on training weapon options.