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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT 2024 -: <br /> Equipment Name: Primary Weapons Systems PWS MK111 Rifles <br /> Quantity Owned/Sought:3 Owned Lifes an: Approximately 7 Years <br /> Equipment Capabilities: Capable of firin .223 caliber ammunition <br /> Manufactured Product Description: The PWS MK1 MOD 2-M line features the PWS long stroke piston <br /> system. While the internals remain the same as other PWS lines,the MK1 MOD 2-M offers a variety of <br /> features exclusive to this line. Starting with patent pending PicLok technology on the free float <br /> handguard, users are able to mount either Pica'nny or MLOK accessories on the front of their firearm. <br /> Moving to the fully forged upper and lower receivers,the craftsmanship of this rifle can be easily <br /> recognized. Eliminating forward assist, adding a flared mag well and built-in trigger guard, among other <br /> specific add-ons, the MK1 MOD 2-M takes high end firearms to a new level. <br /> Purpose/Authorized Uses:The PWS rifles serve the same function as patrol rifles.They allow officers to <br /> address lethal threats with precision from a distance. Compared to handguns,they are more accurate at <br /> greater distances and can penetrate most body armor.The PWS rifles are issued to members of the <br /> SWAT team. <br /> Fiscal Impacts:The initial purchase price for the PWS rifles was$18,000 for twelve rifles in 2014.Annual <br /> maintenance costs are approximately$150 for batteries, parts and cleaning supplies. <br /> Annual Maintenance: $0 <br /> Personnel Cost: N/A <br /> Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use: PPD Policy 312.4.4 covers deployment, use, care, and <br /> maintenance of rifles. In addition,there are a multitude of California Penal Code sections that also apply <br /> o the transportation,care, and maintenance of assault rifles. Only officers who have completed a <br /> P.O.S.T. certified patrol rifle course may be issued. A qualification course must be completed by each <br /> officer at least annual) <br /> Training Required: Officers must complete a P.O.S.T. certified course to be issued a rifle. These courses <br /> are a minimum of 16 hours of instruction on use, deployment and maintenance of the rifles. P.O.S.T. <br /> also requires four hours of tactical firearm instruction every two years for officers and this training is <br /> facilitated by P.O.S.T. certified rifle instructors. SWAT Team members who are issued the PWS rifles <br /> receive additional range training at least month) <br /> Other Notes:These three rifles are kept as backup rifles for SWAT team members. <br /> 21 <br />