Ray Shepard
House clearing
Friday, January 21, 2022, 14:35

That picture at the bottom is a really good static technique to room clearing. You can clear most, but not all, of the room without entering. The downside is, if you are alone, and this is in a hallway, you almost have to put your back to an "unknown" or uncleared room further down the hall. Also, keep in mind that most normal interior walls won't stop bullets (relatively speaking).

Consider clearing your way back out of a room as you exit to move on to the next. If I think someone is in the room I use distraction devices (for lack of a better term), ie- I throw a random object in the room or hiding person in attempt to illicit a reaction.

Something to keep in mind if you do find someone inside is simple, clear commands in a calm voice. If you can control your voice you can calm yourself. Don't overexplain or negotiate anything, just give simple instruction.

If we run into each other in Tennessee this October I'd be glad to show you what I have learned at work.