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Sunday, November 1, 2009

Training: The Scott-Donelan Tracking School

This is awesome. I think this kind of training would highly beneficial.
The ability to pick up on a man track in your AO, read that track and have some kind of idea of what is going on with that individual, would certainly help in the defense. I remember one tactic I used to use on one of my sites I worked on, was to smooth out the sand in several potential traffic areas, and continue to monitor those areas in my patrols.  If animals or humans were walking on that sand, I would be able to pick up on it, and go after the tracks.
This is just a basic idea of what I am talking about.  Tracking humans, much like tracking animals, takes training and experience.  Most of all, it takes a hunter’s mindset.  So are you a hunter?  If not, maybe it is time to do a little ‘live tissue’ training out in your woods, or to attend a school like this one to apply some Kaizen to your hunting skill set. Also, for some more study on man tracking, you can check out the Selous Scouts, the Greys Scouts, or the Koevoet. Don’t forget any Native American/Scouting books that talk about tracking humans. I am sure the readership has their special collection of man tracking books, training, and units, and please feel free to share in the comments section. –Matt

Company website here.

The Scott-Donelan Tracking School is committed to providing the highest level of professional tracking services to our clients.  We have successfully provided training to the military, various levels of law enforcement, and search & recovery for over 40 years.  Most recently, given the increasing interest in tracking skills, we have begun to share our techniques and training with the general public.  Whether you require a robust and thorough program of instruction or simply the basics of tracking, TSDTS has the time-tested ability, proven competence and unparalleled professionalism to address your training needs.

Additionally, The Scott-Donelan Tracking School offers a full variety of consulting services.  These services include tracking related expertise, perimeter/base or business security measures and intelligence fusion.  Our services richly combine our tracking experience and knowledge with our in-depth understanding of current requirements.  We sincerely believe that “Every Problem has a Solution” and we stand ready to leverage our skills to assist you.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Weapons Stuff: Rhodesian Cover Shooting or ‘Drake Shooting’

   This is a great read, and I highly recommend checking it out.  Ian has basically broken down the operations of his unit, and the use of this efficient and lethal shooting technique. –Matt

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Rhodesian Army

RHODESIAN COVER SHOOTING

By “Ian Rhodes”, 2 Commando, Rhodesian Light Infantry

Prelude

Also known as Drake Shooting, Rhodesian Cover Shooting may be defined as the shooting technique employed to quickly kill concealed insurgents through the various phases of close quarter combat in the African savanna and jesse bush. The method did not replace “fire and movement” procedures, but was rather the primary activity of them. Cover shooting has also been described as a “flushing” action, but this is not strictly accurate. While flushing terrorists from their concealment has obvious advantages, particularly when working with close helicopter support, the first objective of cover shooting was to kill the enemy without the need to see him or locate his exact position first. Likewise the method should not be confused with other foreign practises such as walking suppression fire directed “at the jungle.” Cover shooting was not a random spraying of bullets, but a deliberate and methodical routine designed to elicit maximum effect for the least expenditure of ammunition. After the declaration of U.D.I. in 1965, the Rhodesian war continued for another 15 years and tactics changed greatly as lessons were learned during that time. For this reason experiences may well disagree on opinion and detail. This discussion is also somewhat biased towards the practises of the Rhodesian Light Infantry (RLI) and the combat patrols of the Police Anti-Terrorist Unit (PATU). As such, it cannot be held up as either definitive, or complete. In 1964 the Rhodesian Light Infantry changed roles to that of a Commando Battalion. Deployed in rapid reaction “Fire Force” operations designed to vertically envelop insurgent groups, the cover shooting technique played a significant part in the Battalions overall success. In it`s 19 years of existence, most of those fighting at the very forefront of a bush war, the Rhodesian Light Infantry never lost a battle.

PDF for Rhodesian Cover Shooting or Drake Shooting here.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Industry Talk: In Building Afghan Army, It’s Back to Basics

     It looks to me that Walter just opened up the synopsis on FBO about this contract, and pointed out the key elements. Which is great, but this is nothing new.  Contractors have been taking on extremely complex and tough tasks for awhile now. Although I do want to thank him for bringing attention to what we do out there. –Matt

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In Building Afghan Army, It’s Back to Basics

By Walter PincusTuesday, September 29, 2009

Building up Afghanistan’s army, which has become a top priority in the Obama administration’s strategy, will not be simple, no matter how many more U.S. troops are going to be provided Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal.

Army building, like nation building, is a challenge in a country in which corruption is rife and illiteracy is high. Nine out of 10 new Afghan army recruits cannot read or write, according to recent news reports.

One way to gauge how the U.S. military sees this job is to look at the tasks that have been drawn up for the 175 contractors to be hired to help mentor and train personnel at the Afghan Ministry of Defense.

The U.S. Army Materiel Command has provided bidders for this two-year contract with a 96-page statement of work. It details the tasks to be performed by teams assigned to each of the 18 functional areas within the ministry.

Many of the tasks reflect Pentagon practices transferred to Afghanistan. For example, the contractor is to “develop and deliver an education program on ethical practices for key leaders” in the offices of Defense Minister Rahim Wardak and his top deputies. They are also to develop an ethical code of conduct for leaders, as well as “a tracking system for allegations of corruption.”

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Saturday, September 19, 2009

Training: Shipboard Security Officer Operations, Sig Sauer Academy

     That is great that Sig Sauer Academy is putting on this kind of training, and I had no idea they entered into this market. I would be curious if any of the readers have gone through this course, or if they have recommendations for other schools out there?  I will try to post other schools in the future, and for the record, I do not work for Sig Sauer Academy and this is not an endorsement.  All I am doing is just putting this stuff out there for guys and gals that are interested in seeking training for work in the maritime security industry. –Matt

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Sig Sauer Academy

Comprehensive firearm, tactical and self-defense training.

SIG SAUER® has a course for every type of student, from first-time firearm training to cutting-edge military and law enforcement training. And since we place as much emphasis on the classroom as we do the firing range, you’ll not only know how, but also when to use the skills we teach. We can even customize a curriculum to meet your particular needs.

At SIG SAUER Academy, you will get the advanced tactical and law enforcement training you need for the job.

Whether you want to learn the basics or advanced firearms training, there is no better place to receive expert training than SIG SAUER Academy.

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Shipboard Security Officer Operations

Duration: 6 days

Abstract

Designed for officers of private or commercial vessels, this 6 day class takes the captain, master, or designated officer through a blended mix of classroom and range training exercises

Overview

Trust and Leadership

Incorporating security response into scheduled crew drills

Low-light / night time training

Pre-planning

The risk matrix

Environmental considerations

Exterior tactics

Interior tactics

Incident aftermath and reporting

Developing a vessel specific action plan and training plan

Go to Sig Suaer Academy Here.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Training: We Have Shooting, First Aid, Driving, and EP Courses, But Where Are the Leadership Courses?

Training:  We Have Shooting, First Aid, Driving, and EP Courses, But Where Are the Leadership Courses?

09/11/2009

     You know, I really dig all the action schools out there.  That stuff is fun, and they are also vital to our core skill set for working in this industry.  But something is severely lacking in the training industry, and that is leadership training.

     It is not enough anymore to say ‘I was an NCO or Officer in the military’, or ‘I was a Police Sergeant at my old PD’.  Nope, what we need is industry specific leadership/management training, and I just don’t see it out there.

     Better yet, we need to see companies putting more of an emphasis on good leadership out there, by setting up training for their contractors, managers and regional managers.  So much money these days is spent on shooting and all the other sexy stuff for overseas spin ups, but you see absolutely no training at all for leadership stuff. The companies make a god awful amount of money on these contracts, and the least they could do is spend the money for this training, and go over what they expect out of their leaders and aspiring leaders. To actually institute some system of management that will give the contractors out in the field, a better chance at doing well out there.

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