Flashlight

Question 1

Uses of a flashlight:

Answer 1

1. Navigation.
2. Searching.
3. Target Identification.
4. Control.
5. Communication.

Question 2

Three main flashlight techniques:

Answer 2

1. FBI - Subject sees light and distracts from Officers position. It can also work as a spotlight for searching and navigating (Technique - flashlight held out and high in off hand).
2. Neck Index - The control position. Can create shadow and backsplash off pistol and clothing (Technique - flashlight held at neck index in off hand).
3. Harries - Most useful for firearm stabilization and control. (Technique - flashlight held underneath shooting hand).