SSI provides a broad range of training and consulting services pertaining to counter terrorism operations. Our instructors have unsurpassed levels of operational, intelligence and combat experience as operators, leaders and trainers. Their extensive experience was gained over years of operational service with some the finest military and law enforcement special operations organizations in the world. Each instructor is individually chosen on the basis of acquired skills, knowledge, experience and instructional capabilities from US, UK, EU, Israel, Australia and other nations' special operations units. Our instructors remain current through operational consulting and service around the world.

Course characteristics including duration, subjects and objectives are flexible and will be determined in light of the client's specific needs, operating environment and experience level. We emphasize teaching not only TTPs, but also training methodology for a more effective integration of our experience in your own future training in relevant subjects.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS

Classroom material is presented in a dynamic environment and encourages student participation.

The majority of course time will be focused on hands-on practical application of techniques with an emphasis placed on force-on-force scenario training.

Planning and practical exercises will be conducted to ensure applicability to the customer's situation and operational reality.

Course syllabi are flexible and will be adjusted to fit the customer's specific requirements, operational environment and experience level.

5 day course minimum preferred but can be adjusted to accommodate the needs of the client.

SWAT Counter Terror Operations and Explosive Threat Mitigation (SWCT201)

This course of training provides an overview of skills and knowledge crucial to dealing with politically and religiously motivated terrorists. The course builds on existing LE techniques and procedures while adding aspects required for successful domestic counter terrorism operations. The course can be conducted in both a basic and an advanced format based on the experience level of the client.

• Global Counter Terrorism Case Studies
• Secure Search and Deliberate Clearance
• Terrorist Hostage Rescue
• Bus Assault
• Terrorist Containment and Call Out
• Suicide Terrorist Interdiction
• Rules of Engagement and Force Continuum
• Explosive Threat Mitigation
• Leadership for CT Operations

   

Inside the Mind (IMIN202)

The ultimate training to detect, prevent and respond to acts of terror .

To combat terrorism, you must be able to see yourself as terrorists see you. To accomplish this, you must work inside the mind of terrorists. This program, based on classroom and tactical training as well as full scale exercises accomplishes this for Terrorism early watch groups, Anti-Terrorism personnel, Homeland Security personnel, SWAT teams and Intelligence units of all kinds.

SMART School (SMSC203)

This program is a half-day classroom and half-day shooting range for three full days.

The mornings cover the definition of the threat, detection, prevention, CPTED and response modes for an active shooter or terror incident.

In the afternoon, qualified personnel are instructed in very fast and efficient shooting techniques that go way beyond common point shooting. Based on techniques practiced by Special Ops units in Israel, in response to incidents of terror in public places, this will cover Physical, mental and correct muscle movement for accurate fast shooting; Moving through crowds and shooting; Stopping quickly and shooting; Shooting accurately from behind barriers and Krav Maga techniques to disarm shooters

High Risk Terrorist Arrest Operations (HRTA204)

This course of training provides the skills and techniques crucial in the arrest of politically and religiously motivated terrorists. It builds on existing criminal high risk warrant service techniques while adding those aspects required in dealing with terrorist threats. The course can be conducted in both a basic and an advanced format based on the experience level of the client. 

• Case Studies of Global Counter Terror Operations
• The Terrorist Mentality and his Training
• Rules of Engagement and the Force Continuum
• Intelligence Analysis and Planning Considerations
• Containment and Isolation
• Target Site Recon
• Tactical Deception and Distraction
• Stealth Movement to Breach Points
• Stealth Movement in Structures
• IED Threat Mitigation
• Dealing with an Explosives Lab
• Containment and Call-out
• Deliberate CQB Techniques
• Skill Set Integration: Observers, Snipers, Climbing-Rappelling, K-9s
• Training Methodology

   

Night Vision/IR for Low Signature Operations (LWIR205)

The primary subject of this course is the operational use of near range IR technology. Additionally, the course touches on the incorporation of two collateral subjects: stealth movement and suppressed weapon tactics. The successful operational integration of the use of NODs to maximize surprise during mission execution inside a structure in extreme low light conditions and total darkness.

• I², Thermal Imagery and IR devices
• Human factors
• Operator and team level equipment
• Target acquisition and engagement in the IR spectrum
• Target discrimination drills
• Individual and team stealth movement techniques
• Scanning and clearing structural space
• Covert communication
• Interior and exterior movement
• Transition to visible weapon light
• Ambient light environment transitions
• Covert target interdiction
• Execution of collateral skill sets in the IR spectrum:  Breaching, EOD etc.
• Rules of Engagement and Force Continuum Issues
• Tactical application in HR, Barricade and High Risk arrest scenarios
• Training Methodology

   

Suicide Terrorist Interdiction Operations (STIO206)

GENERAL TOPICS COVERED:

Tactics and Strategies of Terror Organizations

Case Studies: Lebanon, Israel, Sri Lanka, Russia, India, Iraq, Europe

• Explosive Device Analysis
• Target Choice, Infiltration and Delivery Methods
• Recruitment, Mindset, Ceremonies and Behavioral Characteristics
• Attack Cycle: Elements of a Suicide Terrorism Attack
• Intelligence: Preparation, Cooperation, HUMINT, SIGINT, IMINT

• Skill Sets and Technologies
• Interdiction of the Terrorist Bomber
• Explosive Laboratory Assaults
• Collateral Arrests: Cell Members, Facilitators, Financiers, etc.
• Inter-agency Cooperation and Mutual Aid Agreements

• Scene Management and Integrated Response: LE, EOD, Intel, Medical, Fire
• Isolating the Forensic Scene and Evidence Preservation
• Injuries and Medical Considerations
• Safety Considerations for Security Personnel
• Security and Secondary Devices/Attacks

   

In Extremis Terrorist Hostage Rescue  (ETHR207)

• Case Studies of Terrorist Hostage Rescue Operations
• The Suicide Terrorist Hostage Taker
• Rules of Engagement and the Force Continuum
• Containment and Isolation
• Crisis Negotiation Concepts
• Target Site Recon
• Intelligence Analysis and Planning Considerations
• Tactical Deception and Distraction
• Stealth Movement to Breach Points
• Stealth Movement in Structures
• Dealing with an IED Threat
• Emergency, Immediate and Deliberate Assaults
• CQB Techniques
• Skill Set Integration: Observers, Snipers, Climbing-Rappelling
• Transfer of Responsibility Procedures
• Integration of In Extremis assets into Deliberate Rescue Plan
• Training Methodology

   

Vehicle Interdiction for High Risk and CT Operations (VICT208)

This course of training provides the skills and techniques crucial in the arrest of politically and religiously motivated terrorists. It builds on fundamental LE high risk vehicle interdiction techniques while adding those aspects required in dealing with the terrorist. The course can be conducted in both a basic and an advanced format based on the experience level of the client.  

• Case Studies
• Planning Considerations
• Rolling Ambush Concept
• Equipment, Technology and Weapons Systems
• Initial Surveillance and Target Vehicle ID
• Immobilization Techniques
• Explosive Threat Mitigation
• Deception and Distraction Techniques
• Assault Techniques
• Stand Off Techniques
• Low Visibility Options
• Risk Management and Safety Issues

   

Counter Terrorism Sniper Operations (CTSO209)

This course will train prospective and serving precision riflemen in tactics, techniques and procedures critical to the success of counter terrorism operations. The focus is on urban operations and the unique challenges that urban terrain present to the sniper and the tactical team. The course is offered as a basic qualification course and as an advanced course for serving precision riflemen.

• Global Case Studies of CT Sniper Employment
• Weapons and Collateral Equipment Familiarization
• Marksmanship
• Observation, Scouting and Reporting
• Urban Movement Techniques
• Camouflage and Concealment
• Urban Hides
• Covert Vehicle hides
• Aerial Platforms
• Suppressed Weapons Tactics
• Support for Assault Teams
• Planning Considerations
• Command, Control and Communications

   

Tactical K-9 Employment for Counter Terrorism Operations (K9CT210)

This course presents techniques of employing canines and handlers on counter terrorism operations. The curriculum focuses on improving the effectiveness of the K9 team in conjunction with assault elements and is based on extensive global experience in CT operations.

• Global Case Studies of K9 Employment
• Collateral Equipment and Technologies
• Integration of the K9 Team with Assault Teams
• Employment TTPs
• Methods of Improving K9 Clearing Techniques
• Tactical Security Issues
• Training Issues Standards and Methodology

CBRNE Counter Terrorism Operations (BCRNE211)

This course addresses the broad and complex issue of tactical operations in the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive context. The instruction and training focuses on survival and movement in the CBRNE environment with designated mission accomplishment the ultimate objective. Classroom instruction is combined with force on force scenario training for tactical implementation of knowledge and skills acquired.

• Global Case Studies
• CBRNE in the context of National Security
• Terrorist Organizations and WMD Intents
• Tactical Use of Personal Protection Equipment and Measures
• Decontamination Measures
• Tactical Medical Issues
• CBRNE Incident Command and Control
• Containment and Isolation
• Tactical Movement Issues in the CBRN Context
• CBRNE and Hostage Rescue Operations
• CBRNE and Terrorist Arrest Operations
• Combat in the CBRNE Context
• Clandestine CBRNE Laboratory and Safehouse Assaults
• Interagency Issues and Cooperation
• Training Methodology

   

Tactical Integration of LE EOD Technicians for CT Ops and IED Threat Mitigation (LEIED212)

This course focuses on the operational integration of qualified EOD technicians with tactical assault teams. The curriculum includes a broad range of skills and techniques for successfully dealing with various explosive threats in an operational environment. The training includes classroom instruction and force on force scenarios for the operational application of skills and techniques learned.

• Global Case Studies
• Overview of Tools and Equipment
• Tactical EOD Concepts
• IED Identification Techniques
• Victim Initiated IED Evaluation and Negotiation
• Use of Robotics
• Explosive Threat Mitigation
• Terrorist Hostage Rescue Operations
• High Risk Terrorist Arrest Operations
• Clandestine Explosive Laboratory Assaults
• Command and Control

   

Tactical Leadership for SWAT and CT Operations (LSWAT213)

This course is designed to develop the leadership capabilities of prospective and serving Team Leaders, as well as Supervisors who have command and leadership responsibilities for tactical teams. The course content is relevant to all types of operations, but utilizes counter terrorism operations as a platform for instruction. Instructors have extensive operational experience in leadership positions at the element, team and unit levels.

• Global Case Studies in Operational Leadership
• Levels of Leadership
• Leadership for CT Operations
• Training for Counter Terrorism Operations
• Threat Mitigation Techniques and Procedures
• Planning Cycle for CT Operations
• Mindset and the Realities of Combat
• Safety Issues
• Debriefing Operations for Lessons Learned
• Interagency Cooperation and Asset Exploitation

   

Mechanical Breaching for Tactical Operations (MBTO214)

This course provides skills and techniques for the efficient tactical employment of manual breaching tools on high risk operations where their use may be critical to the mission. In addition to instruction on techniques, the course includes numerous force on force scenario exercises to ensure the proper operational integration of tools and techniques.

• Global Case Studies
• Overview of Mechanical and Power Assisted Breaching Tools
• Barricade and Obstacle Overview
• Obstacle Breach Points and Exploitation Techniques
• Scouting and Intelligence for Breaching
• Entry Point Selection (Primary, Secondary, Multiple)
• Operational Contingences
• Safety Considerations
• Training Methodology

   

Stealth Movement on Urban Terrain  (SMUT215)

This unique course of training provides the skills and techniques required to attain maximum surprise on tactical operations in both urban and rural environments. The subject is particularly relevant to hostage rescue, high risk terrorist arrest and raids on explosive and hazardous material target objectives. Properly applied, the techniques will significantly reduce risk to the team and enhance probability of mission accomplishment.

• Close Infiltration and Stealth Movement
• The Human Senses and Physiological Considerations
• Intelligence Resources Required
• Terrain Analysis, Threat Analysis, Mission Analysis, Force Analysis
• Individual, Element and Team Level Movement Techniques
• Internal and Exterior Obstacles
• Specialized Equipment
• Covert Communication Techniques
• Security, Observation and Cover Techniques
• Contingencies
• Planning Considerations
• Stealth Movement in Structures
• Sensory Enhancement Technology
• Training Methodology

   

Low Light Tactical Operations (LLTO216)

This course presents techniques for the effective employment of weapons lights and collateral illumination equipment, in both the visible and IR spectrum. With a focus on force on force scenario training, the course improved the tactical use of light systems for various missions including hostage rescue, high risk arrest, building clearance and active shooter. 

• Light Technology
• Illumination Tools
• The Electromagnetic Spectrum
• Stress Mitigation in Low Light Environments
• Low Light Tactical Concepts
• Low Light-IR Spectrum Transition
• Target Discrimination
• Movement and Engagement Considerations
• Individual and Team Techniques
• IFF Issues and Techniques
• Training Methodology

   

Tactical and EOD Robotics Operations (TEOB217)

This course introduces the integration of robotic technologies into operations across the tactical spectrum. The course material addresses traditional law enforcement operations as well as counter terrorism operations. Emphasis is placed on successful mission outcome along with maximizing force protection and minimizing collateral damage and risks. Classroom instruction is combined with scenario based training for maximum results.

• Global and Domestic Case Studies
• Robotic Technologies and Capabilities
• Robots and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR)
• Use of Robots in Search and Clearance of Structures
• Route Clearance
• Structural Mapping
• Tactical Applications of Robots
• Robots and Explosive Threat Mitigation
• Robots and HAZMAT/CBRNE Operations
• Collateral Technologies

   

Elevated Tactical Operations (ETO218)

This course is designed to enhance the tactical flexibility of law enforcement tactical teams by providing a variety of entry capabilities above ground level. The course addresses tools and equipment required, as well as TTPs for their efficient operational implementation. The overall objective is improving tactical surprise and force protection while providing commanders with additional operational options.

• Global Case Studies
• Vehicle Platforms for Observation
• Vehicle Platforms for Structure Entry
• Vehicle Platforms and Linear Assaults
• Tactical Ladder Employment
• Elevated Obstacle Negotiation
• Elevated Firing Platforms
• Emergency Evacuations
• Climbing and Descending Options
• Distraction and Deception Techniques

   

Tactical Medical Services (TMS219)

This course provides tactical team members with the knowledge and skills to deal with emergency medical situations in a tactical environment. The curriculum and material are based on the extensive operational experience of the instructors. The course is offered as two separate modules: one for team personnel with little or no medical training and the second for trained medical personnel.  Dynamic classroom instruction is combined with scenario training for maximum results.

• Realities of Combat
• Typical Trauma Cases
• Wound Recognition
• Tactical Medical Equipment, Gear and Tools
• Tactical Integration of EMS/Paramedics
• Medical Emergency Operational Planning
• Tactical Evacuation Techniques
• Elevated Evacuations
• Gunshot Wound Care
• Blast Injury Care
• Ocular Injuries
• CBRNE Issues
• Tactical Medical Scenarios
• Extreme Environments
• The Link to Trauma Centers