PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This unit standard applies to persons who will need to use a handgun in a tactical environment for the purpose of private or public law enforcement or in the interest of personal development. A person credited with this unit standard will be able to:

• Demonstrate pistol craft techniques.
• Demonstrate shooting techniques in a business environment.
• Operate a handgun in a controlled, stress induced environment.
• Function as a member of a tactical team.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

It is further assumed that the following unit standards relating to the firearm have been completed before attempting this unit standard:

• For handgun: 117705, 119649 and 123515.
• 123510: Apply tactical knowledge in the use of firearms.
• Communication at NQF level 02.