Master the Skills for Critical Driving Scenarios
LaSorsa & Associates offers a specialized Immediate Action Driving Skills Course (IADSC) course designed specifically for security professionals who are looking to overcome high-risk, worst-case scenarios. This intensive course empowers drivers to execute tactical maneuvers like Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) and ramming, preparing them for emergency situations where physical contact between vehicles is inevitable.
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Course Objectives
Our IADS course equips drivers with:
•Comprehensive Knowledge: Understand human and physical factors affecting driver and vehicle performance in extreme conditions.
•Control Under Pressure: Develop the ability to overcome stress and adrenaline, maintaining vehicle control during critical situations.
•Decision-Making Skills: Assess worst-case scenarios, decide on the best response, and execute the required actions to ensure the safety of driver and passengers.
•Overcoming The Worst-Case Scenarios: Explore security-related incidents, such as ambushes or attacks, and non-security events like crashes. Learn critical techniques to manage reaction time, distance, and risk when contact is unavoidable.
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Trackside Discussions
Engage in real-time discussions that reinforce key concepts before each practical exercise, covering topics like:
•Myths & Misconceptions: Dispel common myths about handling worst-case scenarios and understand what’s realistically possible.
•Strengths and Weaknesses: Maintain vehicle integrity, minimizing damage to tires, brakes, and engine systems.
•Driving in Reverse: Master techniques to overcome the challenges of reversing under pressure.
•Impact Dynamics: Grasp the physics of collisions and techniques for energy management during vehicle contact.
•Force Continuum: Learn when force is justified, referencing legal standards.
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Practical Exercises
Train in realistic scenarios reflective of common security incidents, utilizing the best practices derived from real-world experience and after-action reports. Key exercises include:
•Vehicle Ambush Survival Skills (VASS/Counter-Carjacking) Drills: Three dynamic exercises teaching tactics to survive carjackings and ambushes, with techniques for vehicle placement and situational awareness.
•Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT): Master the PIT maneuver, applied to safely stop a threatening vehicle when escape is not an option.
•Threat Countermeasures: Implement techniques to counter an attempt to force your vehicle off the road or evade PIT maneuvers.
•The Last Resort – Ramming: Learn the methods to push through obstacles blocking your path, focusing on vehicle integrity and maintaining operational control.
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Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for security professionals who must be prepared for worst-case driving scenarios. This high-level training prepares you for the most challenging on-road situations, ensuring you leave with actionable skills and confidence.
For more information or to register, contact LaSorsa & Associates. Join us to advance your offensive driving skills, enhance your response capabilities, and ensure the safety of those you protect.
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Cost
This course is not offered on an open enrollment basis. Instead, it is a custom offering that requires a quote for your specific group. Please contact us for further details.
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Learn counter-PIT maneuver techniques