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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT 2024 � <br /> Equipment Name: Penn Arms 40mm Single Launcher <br /> Quantity Owned/Sought: 26 owned Lifes an:Approximately 15 years 7 <br /> Equipment Capabilities: Launches a single 40mm projectile, can be loaded with various types of <br /> projectiles. <br /> Manufactured Product Description: Single-shot, light weight, small, and operationally versatile less <br /> lethal munition delivery device. <br /> Purpose/Authorized Uses:The 40mm launchers can be used as a less-than-lethal impact device or as a <br /> chemical agent delivery system.They can deliver chemical agents from a safe distance. The launchers <br /> may only be deployed by officers who have been trained on their use. Use for chemical agent <br /> deployment must comply with Department Policy. The devices are currently restricted to use by <br /> members of the SWAT Team. <br /> Fiscal Impacts:Two launchers were initially purchased in 2018 for$6,250.This cost included an initial <br /> supply of projectiles.There is no maintenance cost except for ammunition which is listed in a separate <br /> section of this document. In 2023, 24 were purchased for approximately$30,500. <br /> Annual Maintenance: None <br /> Personnel Cost:Approximately$7,500.This cost reflects a year of required training for personnel <br /> assigned to the SWAT Team. <br /> Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:All use of force applications are governed by state law <br /> (including Penal Code section 13652 and Pleasanton PD Policy Sections 300 and 308. <br /> Training Required:Officers must be trained on use of the launchers by a certified instructor. <br /> Other Notes: None. <br /> 27 <br />