Tuesday, October 7

Counter-IED K9 Handler Course

Ages 18+

This training is designed to enhance your Counter-IED response capabilities and operational confidence.

Date and time

Location

Del Mar Fairgrounds

2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard Del Mar, CA 92014

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

Event lasts 2 days 8 hours
Ages 18+
Free venue parking

Led by two seasoned bomb technicians, this comprehensve 3-day course equips K9 handlers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively respond to IED incidents, blast scenes, bomb threats, suspicious packages, and search operations.

Covered topics: Roles and Responsibilities, Response Procedures, Stay Safe Protocols, Tactical IED Questioning, IED Cues and Indicators, Package and Scenario Lanes, Assessing Threats, Bomb Threats, and IED Incident Reviews

Frequently asked questions

Is it necessary that all attendees be sworn peace officers?

No. Members of a U.S. military K9 unit or a K9 officer employed by a professional security company can attend.

What equipment should I bring to this training?

Any protective equipment that has been issued by the attendees respective agency or purchased by the individual attendee should be brought. We also recommend bringing a pair of binoculars to be used during practical exercises.

Will it be necessary that we bring our K9 partners?

No. This training is designed to increase the knowledge of the handler. However, if the attendee brings his K9 partner, there will be sufficient breaks to attend to their dogs. On the third day however, there will be an opportunity to work with your K9 partners during a brief lane scenario.