Pistol Safety Training Introduction and Registration Guide

Handgun Training Specialists

Michigan Pistol Safety and Weapons Violation s Training Programs

C ourt Ordered Training for Misdemeanor and Felony Convictions

Program In troduction and Registration Guide

248-309-9579

8 -2023

Table of Contents

What we do and how we do it Introduction to the Michigan Weapons Violation Training Program Program Content Program Delivery Method and your bookshelf The Training Process Written Tests Training Location Instructor Probation Officer/Agent Contact List Class Registration

Court ordered Training and Education

Your probation conditions may include some or all the following :

• Obey all laws • Report as directed to a probation officer

• Pay all court-ordered fines, fees, and restitution • Maintain employment, school, or vocational training • Community service • Do not use or possess illegal drugs or firearms, ammunition and other weapons and we help you to---- • Complete all court ordered training and/or education programs What we do: Our training is designed to educate the offender regarding weapons and the law and to provide them the tools and means of redu cing the chance of a repeat offense now and in the future. Training is designed to be used by all court jurisdictions and by any Michigan resident placed on probation for misdemeanor and felony convictions. How we do it: The course is a combination of instructor guided Online content and virtual classroom that can be used anywhere in the State of Michigan.

Michigan Weapons Violation Training Program Court ordered training for “Pistol Safety” or “Weapons” violations. A 12-hour program t hat contains 3 instructor guided Online modules, with Online test and a person-to-person virtual classroom session The term Pistol Safety Class or Weapons Safety Training is a generic term sometimes used as part of a condition of probation required for those convicted of Michigan Penal Code violations that usually involves some type of weapon. The weapons this term generally applies to are firearms, tasers, stun guns, pneumatic, pellet, BB guns, knives and other legal or illegal weapons. This is a blended learning program that allows the user to complete the training and maintain a normal lifestyle with no need to attend an in-person classroom setting. One instructor guides the student t hough the entire process, assuring continuity of training. Training is conducted for the individual offender. This is not an open class with other people registered for the training. The training is designed to educate the offender regarding weapons and the law and to provide them with the tools and means of reducing the chance of a repeat offense. This is not training just because it is a condition of probation, and the person needs a certificate of completion. Here the offender will learn to use one of the best “weapons” to carry with them wherever they go. That weapon is “knowledge” and how to use it. No firearms or ammunition . As a standard condition of probation, the offender is not allowed to handle or shoot a live fire gun or access to ammunition The laws are layered in local ordinances, state law and federal law including the ATF . Most people have never been introduced to the laws, where to find them and how to use them. Here we have consolidated the information into an easy-to-use format, along with support links to the most used websites and where to find specific sections of the law. When they complete the course , the user will have the tools to help keep them safe and avoid future violations of the law. They should never have to make an excuse for their actions and have to say, “ I didn’t know”. Because now they will know!

Program Content The program contains the following parts: Registration, Personal Information, and incident information collection The person registering for the class is required to complete a form that includes personal contact information and facts regarding the violation and probation conditions. This provides me with information specific to the registrant and a means for the registrant to take personal interest in their training and responsibility for their actions. The penal codes and laws that have direct and indirect impact regarding the incident are part of module one.

• Est Time: 1.0 hour User Introduction to program content and study process . • Zoom Virtual classroom or phone contact. • Est Time: 1.0 Hour

The 128-page study manual that contains the following modules including written test Module one Study Guide: Pistol Safety ( Can be waived for convicted felons not allowed to possess a firearm). The pistol safety module will introduce the user to the best safe practices regarding firearms ownership at home, on the street, and during interstate travel.

14-page study guide

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one hour video

25 question Written Test

Est time 3.0

Module Two Study Guide: Avoiding Criminal Attack and Controlling a Violent Encounter The necessity of learning how to avoid criminal attacks and if necessary, controlling a violent encounter is another useful tool used to help a person maintain a safe lifestyle and avoid future conflicts.

14-page study guide

• • • • •

Video: Management of Aggressive Behavior -17 min Video : Interpersonal Communication Skills – 28 min

15 question written test

Est time 3.0 hours

Module Three Study Guide: Weapons the law and Legal Liability The Weapons Law section is designed to show and explain how to access and use weapons laws and avoid future conflicts with the law. It is not unusual that even people with the best intentions may not know where to find, interpret and apply the laws and procedures necessary to legally own and use various weapons. The laws are layered in local ordinances, state law and federal law including the ATF. We have consolidated the information in an easy-to- use format, along support documents and links to the most used websites.

• 69 Page Study Guide • 40 Question Written Test • Est time: 3.0 hours

Z oom Virtual classroom

• Review written tests • Student question and answer time

• Issue Certificate • Time: 2.0 hours

Total Program Time: 1 0 .0 hours

Program Delivery Method

Document are uploaded and Stored in our cloud-based Bookshelf Storage and Retrieval System.

What is Your BookShelf? Documents are digitally produced use Flipping Book Software. The documents are then uploaded to the Flipping Book cloud storage and retrieval systems called YOUR BOOKSHELF . As the name implies this a storage location for a specific user. Your Bookshelf ( library) provides the user an easy-to-use visual presentation of the documents placed in their BookShelf. The user of the documents is assigned one unique link that allows the person access to their Bookshelf. When a document is uploaded to their Bookshelf the user is sent an e mail notice of a new document. This method keeps documents out of e mail content and there is no chance of missing a module. The probation program is presented in a module format with each module delivered to the users (probationers) Bookshelf where it can be accessed used at the probationer’s discretion. The probationer can open and use the documents on the Bookshelf cloud or download as a PDF document to their computer. Downloading documents do not remove the original Individual modules are sent to the probationer in the order of use. The probationer will then review the content and complete an attached written test for the module. The test results and user comments will be submitted to our office for correction and review. New modules are not submitted until previous ones are completed. This requires the probationer to focus on one module at a time and helps eliminate combining modules or browsing ahead which can lead to possible confusion and misinterpretation of material. Digital Bookshelf Advantages • Convenience : The probationer can complete a weapons course and continue with personal and work needs. They can proceed at their own pace as long as the program is completed in the designated time as applicable. • No lost documents - The documents are not lost in e mail content. • Saves computer storage space – documents do not have to be stored on a computer hard drive. • E mail filters - filters can be set that might block certain names such as firearm, guns, and weapons etc. from opening a website or document. With the BookShelf method the user is opening a nondescript link allowing that access to their Bookshelf, which then allows access to the documents.

Learn More about BookShelf

Users demo BookShelf

BookShelf Cloud based Visual Storage and Retrieval Process

Click on bookshelf above to see example program modules. Click on module to use document.

The user can open and use the documents on the cloud platform or downloaded them as a PDF to their computer.

1. T he training modules are uploaded to the users Bookshelf by the Instructor 2. The user is sent a e mail notice that a new document is in their bookshelf with a link to their Bookshelf.

The Training Process:

1. The user registers for class by completing our on line personal information form

2. I will con tact the user to review training content and process

3. The user will be asked to complete a violation incident form - see example here

4. The Study Guide Modules are sent to the person using our cloud-based Bookshelf Storage and retrieval System. 5. The person completes each study module and submits the attached written test. 6. The module test is submitted to our office for review and correction and then returned to user. The process is repeated until all modules are done. 7. A Virtual classroom session is scheduled. Topics include but are not limited to the following: • Review corrected written tests to validate user knowledge • Oral review of selected module contents • Answer user questions. 8. The final process • Create a certificate of completion and distribution • Send PDF copies of certificate and training documents to user and probation officer. • Original copy to user. Total User Time: Approximate Hours -1 0 .0 Expected days to complete course is 30- 45 days unless minimum time requires by probation requirements

Written Test s T hree of the study modules that contain a total of 75 questions. Test questions are taken f rom the training content and are an important part of the learning process. The process of testing requires the user to study the content to answer the question. The testing software automatically records the log in / log out time and total time spent on the test. The time together with the score tells about the user s interest in improving their current situation and the ability to read and comprehend the material. When the tests are corrected, incorrect answers are marked, and the user is referred to the appropriate document page number for the correct answer. Additional comments are added as necessary. The t est are corrected to 100% to assure there are no unanswered questions. Therefore i t is possible to get 100% if a person takes their time to do the work. When the modules are complete a zoom virtual meeting is schedule to review the tests and answer user questions.

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T raining Locations

Office Virtual Classroom Training Training Program Production Address 556 Tennyson Rochester Hills, Mi. 48307 248-309-9579

Classroom Training 1681 E. Auburn RD, Ste. F , Rochester Hills, Mi. 48307 S cheduled by appointment only 248-309-9579

6559 Dixie Highway Clarkston, Ml 48346

Phone: 248-625-3551

Gerald Wrage Michigan Court mandated CCW and w eapons violation education and training Misdemeanor and felony convictions 248-309-9579 phone and text

Gerald Wrage: Owner and Instructor NRA Firearms Instructor NRA Range Safety Officer Firearms Law and Use of Force Instructor Former law enforcement and training sergeant Former NRA Law Enforcement Instructor Crime Prevention Specialist Expert witness testimony and depositions Michigan Concealed Pistol expert witness testimony

Gerald Wrage 30 years’ experience as a professional instructor and training program development .

Skill Set and Job Experience NRA Certified Firearms Instructor NRA Certified Range Safety Officer

Former NRA Law enforcement handgun and shotgun instructor OCSD - R eserve officer, Reserve Training Sargent, and Park Deputy Securitas Security Services : Director and chief instructor of armed officer division. Job description included: Handgun Training, Pepper Spray, Defensive Tactics, Handcuffing and ASP Baton. Huffmaster Associates – Private Investigations and Security Special work assignments that required an armed PI and Bodyguard/personal protection details. Owner of Protect Systems Training Academy : Civilian, Security Guard and Law enforcement training. Only civilian owner and operator a Law enforcement grade shooting simulator. With use of force and training in the use handguns, rifles, shotguns, pepper spray and tasers. Expert witness testimony and depositions, with experience in misdemeanor, felony charges and prosecution. Concealed Pistol expert witness testimon y regarding concealed pistol Laws, legal Liability, and the use of a firearm in self-defense. Weapons violation education and training programs for Michigan Probation Departments • Reserve Police Academy • In-service training programs • Schoolcraft Collage Law Enforcement In-service Firearms and Police Shotgun Instructor certification course Detroit Police Academy - crime prevention school. The University of Louisville's National Crime Prevention Institute with special training in crime prevention and security. The Lethal Force Institute - training in the use of deadly force by civilians in self-defense. The National Criminal Justice Training Council - Law enforcement use of force Instructor. Partial list of Training and Education Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept.

Probation Officer/Agent Contact List The following is a list of officers that have referred offenders to me for training and education.

Danielle Monnier District court 52-3 Monnierd@oakgov.com Ryan Bernier E Mail: bernierr@oakgov.com

District Ct. 52-3 Addison Stanley 52-3 District Court

Phone: 248-853-5553 stanleya@oakgov.com Ashley Carter 52-3 District Court Phone: (248) 537-3640 Fax: (248) 299-7891 Stephen Rapeljie

6 th circuit court 248-655-1125 rapeljes@michigan.gov Brianne McGill MDOC Greenfield District Probation Detroit, Mi. 48325 Cell Phone: 313-378-8256 John M. Jeffries MDOC Wayne/Detroit Greenfield/Probation

(313) 927-2200 Latosha Bright Oakland/ Troy Probation Office: 248-655-1129 Cell: 248-709-9064 Brightl1@michigan.gov Heather Whited District Court 52-3 248-853-5553 248-299-7891 whitedh@oakgov.com

Private Training Class Registration

T raining C lass R egistration Here

Fee is $ 225.00

The process 1. Complete the registration and payment form

2. You will be redirect to the 3 part Online content presented in our exclusive bookshelf format. Open document and review. 3. I will contact you to review training process

For more information Handgun Training Specialists A Division of Protect Systems Training Academy Phone Phone or text: 248-309-9579