03/17/2025
- 03/21/2025
Pittsburg, CA 94565
Effective immediately, CATO will be prohibiting the use of the Sig Sauer P320 and all of its variants in/at any CATO training event. This includes classroom courses and any method of carry.
SWAT Commander Course Description
This 40-hour course will address the various duties and responsibilities associated with the assignment as a Tactical Team Commander.
Topics include:
- Leadership
- Tactical case reviews
- Penal Code 13514.1
- Liability
- Mission planning and review
- POST SWAT Operational Guidelines and Standardized Training Recommendations
- Public perception
Student Requirements:
- A laptop computer to review documents and prepare presentations.
- A copy of the agency's SWAT policies and procedures/guidelines.
- Acopy of the agency's threat assessment matrix.