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Approve Intergovernmental Agreement for Use of Northern Colorado Law
Enforcement Training Center for Advanced Officer Vehicle Safety and Pursuit
Training, and Authorize Chair to Sign — City of Loveland and City of Fort Collins
Whereas, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
Whereas, the Board has been presented with an Intergovernmental Agreement for Use
of Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center for Advanced Officer Vehicle
Safety and Pursuit Training among the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through
the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Sheriffs Office, the
City of Loveland, and the City of Fort Collins, commencing May 12, 2025, and ending
December 31, 2025, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said agreement,
and
Whereas, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said agreement, a copy
of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County,
Colorado, that the Intergovernmental Agreement for Use of Northern Colorado Law
Enforcement Training Center for Advanced Officer Vehicle Safety and Pursuit Training
among the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Sheriffs Office, the City of Loveland,
and the City of Fort Collins, be, and hereby is, approved.
Be it further resolved by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign
said agreement.
The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, approved the above
and foregoing Resolution, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on
the 2nd day of June, A.D., 2025:
Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye
Scott K. James, Pro-Tem: Excused
Jason S. Maxey: Aye
Lynette Peppler: Aye
Kevin D. Ross: Aye
Approved as to Form:
Bruce Barker, County Attorney
Attest:
Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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Captain Matt Turner
05/13/2025
Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center
Madam chair,
The Weld County Sheriff's Office does not currently have a functional driving track that can be used to
accomplish state required training and advanced officer training involving vehicle safety and vehicle
pursuit. The Weld County Sheriff's Office is currently updating our policy on vehicle pursuit and will
need to train all of our sworn staff in the patrol division.
The Weld County Sheriff's Office has historically found large parking lots, like Island Grove to perform
our training until we can build our own track. Due to scheduling issues and space requirements, Island
Grove is not an option for training that will need to be performed in July. Because this training is time
sensitive and cannot be delayed, we will need to contract with the Northern Colorado Law Enforcement
Training Center in Loveland, CO to perform two separate training events.
The contract will be an intergovernmental agreement that will allow us access to the training facility for 5
months. The total estimated for the training we need to accomplish in July is $2,800, and the Sheriff's
Office has $8,000 budgeted for this type of training. Any additionally training during the five -month
period will be in addition to the $2,800 estimate.
We recommend this as our best option to ensure that our deputies receive adequate training on this topic,
without exploring other options that are a greater distance away.
Thanks,
Captain Matt Turner
Weld County Sheriff's Office
Administrative Division
Southwest Substation
4209 WCR 241/2
Longmont, Colorado 80504
(720) 652-2415
Fax (720) 652-4217
Headquarters
1950 O Street
Greeley, Colorado 80631
(970)356-4015
Fax (970)304-6467
Toll Free (800)436-9276
www.weldsheriff.com
Southeast Substation
2950 9th Street
Fort Lupton, Colorado 80621
(303) 857-2465
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AGREEMENT FOR THE USE OF THE
NORTHERN COLORADO LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER
BY A GOVERNMENTAL ENTITY
1. Recitals and Purpose: The City of Loveland, Colorado, a Colorado home -rule municipal
corporation, and the City of Fort Collins, Colorado, a Colorado home -rule municipal corporation
(hereafter jointly referred to as the "Operators") and Weld County, ("County"), hereby enter into
this Agreement ("Agreement") on the 12th day of May, 2025, for the Weld County Sheriff's
Office's ("User") use of the Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center ("Training
Center") located at 5300 Boyd Lake Ave, Loveland, Colorado 80538, and agree to the following
terms of use. The parties enter into this Agreement to better serve the public and the people of the
state of Colorado.
2. Ownership, Operation, and Maintenance of the Training Center and Property:
(a) Operators are joint and equal owners of the Training Center, associated structures,
and all fixed facilities and equipment on the property.
(b) Operators shall manage all operations of the Training Center to include
coordinating all scheduling through the Training Center manager.
(c) Operators shall maintain any and all structures and/or property utilized in the
operation of the Training Center in a safe working condition.
3. Responsibilities:
(a) User will have access to the Training Center consistent with Exhibit A.
(b) Operators will accept cancellations with thirty (30) days' advance notice without
charging User a cancellation fee. If less than thirty (30) days' advance notice is
given, User will remain responsible to pay for the assigned date.
(c) User shall send a representative to user group meetings to review terms and use of
the Training Center, use of equipment, and debrief any issues and/or address any
concerns. The Training Center manager may waive participation in user group
meetings at their discretion.
(d) User will comply with all relevant Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training
Center Standard Operating Procedures ("Rules"), incorporated herein, as attached
hereto as Exhibit B and as amended from time to time. Failure to comply with the
Rules will permit Operators to immediately terminate this Agreement.
(e) User is solely responsible for providing insurance, including liability, casualty, and
workers' compensation. User shall provide during the time of this Agreement a
general liability policy with limits no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and a
workers' compensation insurance policy covering all employees and complying
with state law. Before the effective date of this Agreement, User shall provide a
certificate showing User has in effect the required policies. The certificate shall
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require thirty (30) days' notice before termination, cancellation, or modification of
any insurance policy. Any variance to these insurance provisions must be approved
in writing by the Training Center manager and will become incorporated as an
addendum to this Agreement.
(f) User shall not cancel, materially change, or fail to renew insurance coverages. User
shall notify the Training Center manager of any material reduction or exhaustion of
aggregate limits. Failure to maintain insurance or procure replacement insurance is
grounds for termination of this Agreement.
(g) Nothing contained in these insurance requirements is to be construed as limiting
the extent of the User's responsibility for payment of damages resulting from
User's use of the Training Center under this Agreement.
(h) As evidence of the insurance coverages required by this Agreement, prior to the
effective date of this Agreement, User shall furnish a certificate of insurance to:
City of Loveland
Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center
Attention: Training Center Manager
5300 Boyd Lake Ave
Loveland, CO 80538
(i)
The liability certificate will name the Operators, its respective officers, agents, and
employees as additional insureds and must require thirty (30) days' notice to the
additional insureds before non -renewal or cancellation. Insurance coverages
required under this Agreement shall be obtained from insurance companies
authorized to do business in the State of Colorado. If User is self -insured under the
laws of the State of Colorado, User shall provide appropriate declarations of
coverage.
(j) User shall be responsible for any damages to the Training Center, except for those
caused by routine use.
(k) User shall report any damages immediately to the Training Manager.
4. Cost and Fees: Users shall pay, within 30 days of executing this Agreement, all fees
provided for in Exhibit A or User shall pay, within 30 days, all fees located upon an invoice
delivered to User.
5. Period of Performance: This Agreement shall commence May 12, 2025, and shall
continue in full force and effect until December 31, 2025, unless sooner terminated as herein
provided. In addition, the Parties contemplate that the Agreement will be extended for additional
one-year periods not to exceed four (4) additional one-year periods. Renewals and pricing changes
shall be negotiated by and agreed to by both parties only at the time of renewal. The User shall
provide written notice of termination to Operators no later than thirty (30) days prior to contract
end if the User does not wish to renew for the following one-year period.
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6. Billing Procedures: User will be billed monthly for time leased, the payment of which is
due in full within thirty (30) days of receipt. Any payment not paid when due will be considered a
default of this Agreement. If Operators start collection procedures or incur any costs in collecting
a payment, User agrees to pay all of Operators' expenses therewith, including reasonable
attorneys' fees.
7. Termination: In addition to any other grounds for termination provided in this Agreement,
this Agreement may be terminated by either the Operators or the User upon a thirty (30) day written
notice to the other party. The User understands that it must pay all fees accrued on or after the date
of termination.
8. Force Maieure: The parties shall not be responsible for failure to perform in a timely
manner under this Agreement when its failure results from any of the following causes: Acts of
God or public enemies; civil war, insurrection, or riot; fire; flood; explosion; earthquake or serious
accident; strike; labor trouble or work interruption; an epidemic; pandemic; quarantine or acts of
government; aviation related disruptions, crashes, emergency landings, or other similar
occurrences at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport; or any other cause beyond the parties'
reasonable control.
9. Miscellaneous Provisions:
(a) Nothing herein shall constitute a multiple fiscal year obligation of any
governmental entity, including Operators, pursuant to Article X, Section 20, of the
Colorado Constitution (TABOR). Each party's financial obligations under this
Agreement are contingent upon its legislative body's annual appropriation funds to
discharge the obligations set forth in this Agreement.
(b) None of the terms or conditions in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim,
benefit, or right of action by any third person not a party hereto. Any person other
than Operators or User receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be
only an incidental beneficiary.
(c) Any notice to the parties required under this Agreement shall be in writing,
delivered to the persons designated in Exhibit A for the parties at the indicated
address, unless otherwise designated in writing. Such notice may be delivered by
United States mail, a reputable parcel service, or via hand delivery.
(d) This Agreement represents the entire agreement of the parties relating to the subject
matter hereof, and the parties hereby warrant and guarantee that there are no oral
or collateral agreements or understandings relating to this Agreement that have not
been memorialized herein. This Agreement may be amended only by an instrument
in writing signed by the parties. No representations or warranties are made by either
party to this Agreement except as specifically set forth in this Agreement or in any
instrument delivered pursuant to this Agreement.
(e) This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado. Venue for
litigation will be in the Larimer County District Court.
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The person signing and executing this Agreement on behalf of the User hereby
warrants and guarantees that they have been fully authorized by the User to execute
this Agreement on the User's behalf and to validly and legally bind the User to all
the terms, performances, and provisions set forth herein. The Training Center
manager is authorized to execute this agreement on behalf of Operators.
This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, including by
facsimile or electronic mail, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of
which shall constitute one and the same Agreement. By affixing an image of one's
own signature to this Agreement in an electronic format, the person is signing the
Agreement as if it were an original, wet ink signature.
[Signatures to Follow]
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THE CITY OF LOVELAND,
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Loveland Chief of Police
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THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS,
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a Colorado municipal corporation:
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Fort Collins Chief of Police
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Deputy City Attorney
BOARD OF COUNTY
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Exhibit A
1 User Access: User may utilize the Training Center as follows
a User may utilize the Training Center on the dates and times as requested by User
and as approved by the Training Center Manager not to conflict with other agency use
Access to and use of any facility within the trammg center will be granted once the
specific facility is properly reserved, pre -paid for, and after receipt of confirmation from
the NCLETC is provided to User
2 User Fees: User agrees to pay all fees, per use of Training Facilities, consistent with the
following fee schedule in paragraph five (5) below, of this Exhibit A, or as amended and posted
by Operators User is responsible to pay Operators for User's access to the Training Center as
described m Section one (1) of this Exhibit A
3 Notice to Operators:
City of Loveland
Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Traming Center
Attention Training Center Manager
5300 Boyd Lake Ave
Loveland, CO 80538
4 Notice to User:
ATTN (Contact Person)
(Agency Name)
(Address)
(Email)
(Phone Number)
4 5 Invoice/Billing Contact: (If Different from Above)
ATTN (Contact Person)
(Agency Name)
(Address)
(Email)
(Phone Number)
5 Fee Schedule: As notice to all Users, the following fee schedule has been adopted by
Operators
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Description
4
Hours
8
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Sector
Hour
Classroom
One 40 -person
classroom
$100
$200
$200
$400
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Two 40 -person classrooms
Full
Only
Day
$250
$500
Conference Room
Conference
room
$80
$160
$100/
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Range
50 -yard,
range
21 lane
indoor
tactical
$300
$600
N/A
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600x400
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skills
$300
$600
$400
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$600
$400
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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General Operations 4
Training Center Summary and Purpose 4
Operation 4
Definitions 4
Technical Advisory Committee 6
Annual Planning Meeting 6
Visitors and Guest Instructors 6
General Rules of Conduct 7
Rental of Facility Based on Space Availability 8
Training Center Facility Inspection Procedures 8
General Airport Considerations 9
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Standard Operating Procedures Purpose and Scope
Purpose and Scope
Facility Safety
Training Center Manager
Volunteer/ Intern
Safety Officer
Lead Instructor
Vehicles and Equipment
Reporting Injuries and Accidents
Facility and Equipment Maintenance
Owner Agency Invitation & Task Force Use
Environmental Procedures
General
Hygiene Guidelines
Policing of Ranges and Training Areas
Policing of Administration Facilities
Armory Use
Ammunition and Other Consumables
Storage
Communications for Facility Staff
General
Normal Operations
Emergency Operations
Additional Details
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Emergency Response 18
General 18
Safety Briefing 18
Roles and Responsibilities 18
Facility Staff Injury 19
Rules and Regulations 20
Facility Use Rules 20
Facility Scheduling Rules 20
Appendices 22
Appendix 1: Training Center Description 22-25
Appendix 2: Rental Fee Schedules 26
Appendix 3: Facility Inspection Check Lists 27-28
Appendix 4: Standard Range Safety Rules 29-30
Appendix 5: Standard Track & Skills Pad Safety Rules 31-32
Appendix 6: Facility Orientation / Safety Briefs 33-34
Appendix 7: Emergency Notification Form 35
Appendix 8: Emergency Response Plan 36-38
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Chapter 1
General Operations
1000. TRAINING CENTER SUMMARY & PURPOSE:
1. Summary. The Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center (NCLETC) serves as a regional training
center that strives to provide the highest level of realistic, integrated and safe training environments possible.
The Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center does not operate a basic training academy for law
enforcement but does support the training needs of various law enforcement academy sponsors in the region.
The training center serves the needs of law enforcement professionals, by facilitating training environments that
support their skill development from the beginning of their careers and which reinforce, integrate and enhance
those skills throughout their years of service.
2. Purpose. The Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center provides state-of-the-art facilities that
support the initial and continuing education and skill development environments required to forge exceptional
law enforcement professionals.
1001. OPERATION:
The NCLETC is equally owned and operated by the Cities of Loveland and Fort Collins. The management and
policy -making authority is vested equally in both cities. "Policy Issues" which require approval of each city's City
Council include, but are not limited to, participation in federal and state grant agreements, construction of capital
projects, and approval of the annual contributions to the training center's dedicated funds. Management of the
training center is vested in each city's Chief of Police or their designee. The Chiefs of Police are responsible for the
governance of the training center related to any issue that is not considered a "Policy issue". This would include
approval of operating procedures, approval of all third -party use contracts, and authorization to change safety
protocols for example. Control and decision -making authority for the facility will be handled in a manner
consistent with a 50/50 collaborative partnership. The most current version of Inter -Governmental Agreements
(IGAs) for the use of the airport property which houses the NCLETC and for the operation and maintenance of the
NCLETC will dictate all support and control functions for the training center.
Each owner agency's Chief of Police and their designee may rely on input and guidance from the Technical
Advisory Committee (TAC) for any matter they deem appropriate. It is fully anticipated that this Standard
Operating Procedure will be a living document that may require amending throughout a calendar year and shall
at a minimum be subject to an annual review each April.
The NCLETC is available to outside law enforcement agencies and private sector organizations for a rental fee
when not in use by the owner agencies, with the approval of the Chiefs of Police.
1002. DEFINITIONS:
1. Training Center Manager: Management- level employee who has overall supervisory and management
authority over all facility operations and supervises the Facility Staff.
2. Training Center Volunteer/Intern: Civilian non -employee (volunteer), or civilian non -sworn employee (Intern)
who has responsibilities as directed by the Training Center Manager or Safety Officer and is part of the Facility
Staff.
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3. Facility or Training Center Staff: Any owner agency employee or volunteer / intern assigned to the training
center as their primary responsibility, and all certified training instructors utilizing any aspect of the training
center in the roles defined below (SO, LEFI, LEDI, LI ).
4. Safety Officer (SO): Any certified law enforcement instructor or otherwise assigned facility staff who has been
trained on and has responsibility for adherence to all policy and procedure requirements, safety requirements
and emergency response operations, and is part of the Facility Staff. May provide informal coaching services to
training participants.
5. Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor (LEFI): Certified law enforcement officer with firearms instructor
certification, serving in an on -duty or overtime assignment capacity.
6. Law Enforcement Driving Instructor (LEDI): Certified law enforcement officer with driving instructor
certification, serving in an on -duty or overtime assignment capacity.
7. Lead Instructor (LI): Any certified Law Enforcement Instructor who has primary authority over and
responsibility for live -fire operations on a hot or cold firing range, driving track, skills pad or other training center
facility.
8. Communications Liaison: Any Facility Staff member responsible for communications and notification needs to
summon the appropriate response from law enforcement, fire, medical, or HAZMAT resources in an emergency,
as part of the emergency response plan.
9. Training Participant: Any individual who occupies and utilizes the training center facilities. This would include
on -duty sworn and civilian law enforcement professionals, guests, or any other person participating in training.
10. Visitors: Any individuals or groups who are not employees of the City of Fort Collins or the City of Loveland
(owner agencies).
11. Informal Coaching: Instruction provided to training participants that takes a minimal amount of time so as not
to detract from the primary attention to training safety and adherence to policy and procedure.
12. Formal Coaching: Instruction provided to training participants that takes a significant amount of time and
attention which negatively impacts the ability to address training safety and adherence to policy and procedure.
13. Hot Range / Track: Operational condition of a live -fire range where "fire -at -will" conditions can exist, or
where active vehicle operations occur on the track or skills pad, respecting all safety and personal protective
equipment requirements.
14. Cold Range /Track: Operational condition of no live -fire or weapons handling of any kind, or no vehicle
operations occur. In a cold range condition, all weapons are secured for non -firing operations such as target
changes and policing of brass or gear on the floor.
15. Emergency Response: Any situation which requires the notification and response of emergency services to
include police, fire, emergency medical technicians, or hazardous materials experts.
16. Classroom Instruction: Formal classroom training offered by certified law enforcement or guest instructors
which supports education and training offerings at the NCLETC. Classroom Instruction requires a Lead Instructor
who briefs the students on the safety plan.
17. Owner Agencies: The municipalities of Fort Collins and Loveland.
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1003. TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
The purpose of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) is to provide insight and perspective to the Training
Center Manager and the Chiefs of Police for the cities of Fort Collins and Loveland (owner agencies) regarding
operations of the training center. This committee is comprised of training supervisors and driving, firearms and
arrest control instructors from each owner agency. This committee will consist of up to nine members:
1. Fort Collins Police Personnel and Training supervisor
2. Loveland Police Personnel and Training supervisor
3. Fort Collins and Loveland Police firearms training supervisor or lead
4. Fort Collins and Loveland Police drivers training supervisor or lead
5. Fort Collins and Loveland Police arrest control training supervisor or lead
6. NCLETC Training Center Manager
The committee is chaired by the Training Center Manager. It is not intended that any single member of the TAC
has "final decision authority." It will be essential to gain a consensus among the TAC to address outstanding
issues and concerns. When facing deadlock, it is suggested that the conversation circle back to the purpose of the
NCLETC to provide a state-of-the-art training facility for the benefit of the owner agencies and any other law
e nforcement or private sector organizations who may rent the facility for their training needs.
Other TAC considerations include;
Meetings will be primarily held quarterly but may be held on an as needed basis.
Other sources of expertise may be brought in as needed (i.e. a representative from Public Works or
Finance). Representatives from key outside agencies may be invited on an ad -hoc basis.
This committee will utilize a consensus decision -making model for all recommendations, with final
operational recommendations being approved by the Police Chief for the cities of Loveland and Fort
Collins, or their designee.
Examples of the issues reviewed by the TAC include safety concerns, budget, scheduling issues, proposed
capital improvements, maintenance, facility purchases, and review of complaints.
Issues that are not resolved through consensus at the TAC level will be elevated to the Chiefs of Police for
the cities of Fort Collins and Loveland for resolution.
1004. ANNUAL PLANNING MEETING:
The Chiefs of Police and other appropriate staff (TAC Members) shall meet a minimum of once per year in April to
discuss any amendments to the Standard Operating Procedures, budgetary requirements, scheduled facility
u sage and review of rental fees or other pertinent matters as may be required for the continued operation and
maintenance of the training center.
1005. VISITORS AND GUEST INSTRUCTORS:
1. General. The Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center welcomes all scheduled visitors. Due to the
level of activity at the training center and the potential safety hazards that exist, pre -scheduled visitor
appointments are mandatory. All visitors and guest instructors who are not training participants may be
provided guest passes for access and identification. Visitors are defined as individuals or groups who are not
e mployees of the City of Fort Collins or the City of Loveland (owner agencies).
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2. Restrictions. No minors under the age of 18 are permitted in the training areas (firing range, skills pad, or
driving track) unless they are participating in a sanctioned, scheduled event. Visitors of any age must be
supervised by owning agency staff while in the classrooms or lobby. Visitors from outside agencies are
discouraged but, if necessary, must be pre -arranged with NCLETC staff and always supervised by the outside
agency staff. In general, the NCLETC training facilities are for law enforcement -based training only. No after-
hours or weekend use of the facilities for personal reasons are allowed.
3. Restrictions. All training center facility assets are considered restricted unless prior arrangements and approvals have
been made. This includes employees of the City of Loveland and the City of Fort Collins. Unauthorized visitors to the
training center property, and unauthorized use of any training center facility, will not be tolerated. This does not
prohibit certified instructor access to the facility in accordance with established safety procedures.
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1006. GENERAL RULES OF CONDUCT:
It is the responsibility of each individual to conduct themselves in a professional manner when within the
confines of the training center. Examples of unacceptable behavior include, but are not limited to;
o Horseplay
o Being at the training facility while under the influence of intoxicating substances.
o Using a piece of equipment in an unsafe manner or in a manner for a purpose different from
which it was designed or intended.
o Display or handling of any firearm outside the confines of the firing range, or in compliance with
supervised formal training (ex. Simmunitions training on the driving track), for any purpose other
than transportation to and from vehicles, cleaning, maintenance, or repair and only while under
supervision of an instructor or armorer.
o Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at the training facility unless specifically utilized for a training
course.
The training facility is a tobacco -free facility (except in any designated area).
Anyone actively engaged in a training event at the training center will be dressed in appropriate clothing
for both safety concerns and professionalism.
o Inappropriate clothing may include clothing that advertises alcoholic beverages, controlled
substances, etc.
Gambling in any form shall not be allowed anywhere on the training facility premises.
No changes, alterations, significant repairs, or defacement to the facility, furnishings, or equipment will
be permitted. If damage occurs, the responsible person or agency will be held liable for all expenses
required to repair or replace damaged property.
No nails, tacks, tape or other material, which might damage or deface walls or ceilings, may be used.
All posters, training aids, and other materials must be removed from the facility following each training
session.
Flyers, brochures, posters, etc. may be displayed in the training facility reception area after approval by
the Training Center Manager.
Users are responsible for leaving classrooms, conference rooms, work areas, etc. in a clean and orderly
condition. All tables must be set up in the original format upon conclusion of any training session.
Maximum occupancy signs are posted in each room and the limits must be adhered to.
Removal of any equipment or materials from the facility is prohibited.
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Moving, altering, or rearranging equipment is prohibited, without approval of the Training Center
Manager.
Only animals trained to assist physically challenged persons, police equines, or police K-9 units are
permitted at the training center.
All visitors and /or training participants will be required to stay in their respective areas during use of the
facility.
Injuries, equipment damage and damage to the facility must be reported to the assigned Safety Officer or
the Training Center Manager.
Training facility staff or a Safety Officer shall have the authority to deny use of any area of the training
center to departments or individuals that have not implemented all applicable safety procedures.
1007. RENTAL OF FACILITY BASED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY
1. General. The Training Center Manager is responsible for renting any facility at the training center to non -owner
organizations or partner agencies on a space available basis. In general, the training center is intended to be
utilized as a law enforcement training space. The Training Center Manager should focus on utilizing the space
available for public safety training first.
2. Fee Schedules. Fee schedules related to the rental of facilities at the training center by non -owner law
e nforcement organizations or partner agencies shall be established in cooperation by the owner agencies. A fee
schedule will be maintained and updated on an annual basis and can be accessed through the training center's
web site. (see Chapter7, Appendix 2).
3. Training center facilities (excluding the firing range) may be rented to private sector organizations if space is
available, and the facility is appropriate for the organizations ability or need (ex. public safety/community
e ducation related). Private sector organizations must demonstrate a direct relationship to their mission or
purpose, how the facility they intend to rent contributes to that mission or purpose and provide sufficient
expertise (instructor certifications) to safely manage the facility within existing rules and regulations. Any non -
owner organizations that wish to rent a facility for training or other purposes are required to complete a facility
u se contract.
There may be existing IGAs or MOUs in place with partner agencies that may be used in place of or in
addition to the facility use contract.
1008. TRAINING CENTER FACILITY INSPECTION AND REPORTING PROCEDURES:
1. General. An inspection of all aspects of the training facilities to be used shall be conducted prior to any training
evolution (i.e. classrooms, live -fire range, etc.), and prior to setting that facility up for the intended training.
Facility inspections will follow the points detailed within the "Inspection Check List" for each training area (see
Chapter 7, Appendix 8). Facility inspections should focus on:
The cleanliness and professional appearance of the facility.
Entrance and exit routes free of obstructions or trip / fall hazards and restricted areas are secured (gates).
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Operational status of environmental controls and safety systems to include air circulation systems,
surveillance cameras, Wi-Fi based systems and fire suppression systems.
Operational status of all target control systems, computer -based classroom instruction systems or any
lighting or public address (PA) systems.
2. Reporting Facility Condition, Damage or Discrepancies. Any inspection of the training facilities which identifies
any discrepancies or damage shall report those discrepancies or damage to the Training Center Manager, using
the "Inspection Check list".
3. Any damage to the facility due to negligence will be paid for by the agency causing the damage or the last
agency to use the facility that failed to report the damage in their initial inspection of that facility.
1009. GENERAL AIRPORT CONSIDERATIONS:
1. General. The Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center is located on property owned by the Cities
of Fort Collins and Loveland obtained through a federal land grant that established the Northern Colorado
Regional Airport. As such, the training center is located within the boundaries of the airport and is subject to
certain safety restrictions required by the airport, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and security
regulations from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). All training or other activities taking place on
the training center grounds shall consider and ensure compliance with the standards and requirements imposed
by the Northern Colorado Regional Airport.
2. Restrictions.
a. Drone (UAS) flights for the purposes of training in any outdoor setting within the training center
property are restricted to owner agencies only. Any need for an outdoor drone (UAS) flight shall
comply with all required application and approval processes required by the Northern Colorado
Regional Airport and FAA. Training courses or instruction on the use of drone resources may be
hosted by the NCLETC but all associated flight training must be accomplished within the indoor firing
range or at an off -site location not in proximity to the airport and must comply with FAA regulations.
b. Any requirement for supplemental lighting in support of an outdoor training event requires the
review and approval of the Training Center Manager. At no time should supplemental lighting be
directed at or be allowed to point skyward, especially toward the direction of the airport's runways
and approach corridors. All supplemental lighting must have a shroud that restricts that lighting in a
downward direction. This will also apply to facility improvements that could create glare that would
have impact on the safe operation of aircraft within the vicinity of the airport.
c. Any breech of the chain link or other security fencing associated with the airport property must be
reported immediately to the Training Center Manager and Airport Control Tower.
d. When advised of a possible or pending aircraft emergency, training taking place at any facility within
the training center may be required to shut down and participants may be required to evacuate their
training facility.
e. The airport may support special activities such as VIP transportation support and airshow events that
may require the facilities to be limited in use for certain times.
3. Other Safety Issues. Airport staff are licensed and authorized to conduct wildlife mitigation efforts on all airport
property. As such they occasionally employ firearms for this purpose. While it is an infrequent occurrence, it is
possible that the report of firearms may be heard coming from airport property.
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Chapter 2
Standard Operating Procedures Purpose and Scope
2000. PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
1. General. This order prescribes the rules, regulations and general precautions to be taken in the use of training
facilities within the Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center (NCLETC).
2. Purpose. The primary purpose of this order is to ensure a realistic, integrated and safe training environment.
Nothing contained in these regulations will be construed as permitting live -fire or other training activities that
endanger life or property.
3. Warning. Failure to comply with these rules and regulations may subject the offender to disciplinary action, to
include removal from the training center property, banned future use of the facilities or reporting through the
chain of command for internal agency discipline.
2001. FACILITY SAFETY:
1. Safety
a. Safety is the primary responsibility of all facility staff and is a key factor in successful training. Concern
for safety, however, is everyone's responsibility and should never be limited to the training environment
alone. Safety considerations will always include associated activities such as, any movement to and from
training areas, range set-up and break -down, weapons maintenance activities, etc.
b. Any individual who observes an unsafe condition shall report the issue immediately to a Safety Officer,
other facility staff member or the Training Center Manager. If the unsafe condition exists on a firing range
while live -fire is authorized (hot range), a "cease fire" or "stop" command will be given and the Lead
Instructor will set "cold range" conditions so that the unsafe condition can be addressed. Anyone,
including a training participant, has the responsibility to call "cease fire". The greatest danger to life and
limb is associated with live fire; therefore, firing range safety rules and regulations will be strictly
enforced and adhered to.
c. All Safety Officers (SO) and Law Enforcement Firearms / Driving Instructors will ensure personal
protective equipment such as seat belts, eye protection, double hearing protection, a ballistic vest and
brimmed hat are worn when appropriate by all facility staff and training participants.
d. As a standard of safety, a minimum of two people (one being an instructor) should be present in the
firing range or on the track or skills pad anytime training is taking place. Only owning agency certified
firearms instructors and certified driving instructors are authorized to utilize the firing range, track and
skills pad in a solo status to facilitate inspection, course set-up and other skill or maintenance needs.
2. Alcoholic Beverages, Drug use and State of Mind
a. Training participants and facility staff may not consume alcoholic beverages marijuana or drugs
(including prescription and over the counter medications which negatively impact mental state) before or
during any use of the training center facilities. The Training Center Manager or Safety Officer will deny
access to anyone in violation or who is deemed unable to achieve the mental focus and attention
required to safely participate in training as required.
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2002. TRAINING CENTER MANAGER (TCM):
1. General: Ensures the effective and efficient day-to-day operations of the Northern Colorado Law Enforcement
Training Center. Provides management and oversight of all operations for the training center and the facility staff.
Establishes short and long-term goals and objectives for the training center, with input from the Technical
Advisory Committee. Responsible for all chain of command notifications concerning emergency or other incidents
which occur at the training center.
a. Supervision Received: Direct supervision is provided by the Deputy Chief of Police for the Loveland
Police Department. Direct reporting responsibility includes the Deputy Chief of Police and the Chief of
Police for the City of Loveland and the Chief of Police for the City of Fort Collins (owner agencies).
b. Supervision Exercised: Provides direct supervision of all facility staff who are assigned to the training
center or who serve in one of the required facility staff roles (SO, LI, etc.) while facilitating a training
environment at the training center.
2003. VOLUNTEERS / INTERNS:
Fair Labor Standards Act: a volunteer is "an individual who performs hours of service for a public work agency for
civic, charitable, or human reasons, without promise, expectation or receipt of compensation of service
rendered".
1. General. Volunteers will assist other facility staff as needed. Volunteers are responsible for their actions and if
any volunteer is deemed irresponsible they may be dismissed. All volunteers will wear apparel with "VOLUNTEER"
markings for identification and distinction between the Safety Officer or Law Enforcement Firearms / Driving
Instructors. All volunteers will wear appropriate personal protective equipment while inside a live -fire range or
other training area and will not be armed. Any volunteer who possesses a permit for concealed carry of a firearm
shall be prohibited from carrying a concealed firearm on training center property.
2. Training. Volunteers are expected to abide by the same rules of conduct, ethical standards, and confidentiality
requirements that govern their owner agency staff.
a. All Volunteers will pass a background check before being assigned as a volunteer to the training center.
3. Responsibilities. The volunteer is responsible for the duties assigned by the Training Center Manager or their
designee. The volunteer may assist the facility staff in setting up the various training center facilities, ensuring
they are policed after use and that the facilities are clean at all times, or any other duties that may be required
from the volunteer.
2004. SAFETY OFFICER (SO):
1. General. Follows the guidance set by the Training Center Manager and assists in maintaining surveillance of all
training activities and adherence to safety within the training center and assigned facilities. They shall be
physically present at the training site, within any occupied firing range and adhere to the minimum staffing
requirements detailed under the Standard Range Safety Rules and Standard Driving Circuit and Skills Pad Safety
Rules for instructor to training participant ratios (See Chapter 7, Appendix 3 & 4).
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2. Duties. The Safety Officer is a command authority position which supersedes standard rank with the authority
to remove any personnel deemed to be unsafe (after consulting with the lead instructor) and take appropriate
actions to ensure safety violations are immediately addressed, reported and documented. The Safety Officer will
ensure that violators understand why they are being dismissed, if a dismissal is warranted. The Safety Officer will
be the last to leave the training area following completion of training and clean-up, ensuring that the facility is
clear of all personnel and equipment. The Safety Officer will ensure that all refuse, (trash, brass casings, etc.) are
cleaned up from the facility after completion of training or classroom operations. The Safety Officer will contact
the Training Center Manager any time they encounter an issue or concern with the training center or personnel
on the training center property.
2005. Lead Instructor (LI):
1. General. Follows the guidance of the Training Center Manager regarding facility use and compliance with safety
and standard operating procedures. Is granted full authority over and accepts full responsibility for the training
efforts they produce and the training participants they supervise.
2. Duties. The Lead Instructor is the Officer in Charge (OIC) for their assigned training area and holds full
command authority over their training objectives. Ensures compliance with all required safety briefings and
emergency response planning before initiating any training. The Lead Instructor will contact the Training Center
Manager any time they encounter an issue or concern with the training center or personnel on the training center
property.
2006. VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT:
1. General. Vehicles and equipment assigned to the training center will be identified by sign or decal and will be
maintained by the agency which owns them, or in compliance with the current IGA. Vehicles and equipment may
only park in designated areas.
2. Operations: Vehicles and equipment assigned to the training center will only be operated by facility staff who
have been trained and certified on the operation of those vehicles or pieces of equipment and will require the
pre -approval of the Training Center Manager. In General, only Loveland Facilities Maintenance personnel or
NCLETC staff should be operating equipment assigned to the training center. The keys to all vehicles and
equipment assigned to the training center will be maintained by the Training Center Manager.
2. Restrictions. Privately owned vehicles must park in dedicated parking areas. At no time will a privately -owned
vehicle be used on the firing range, skills pad or driving track without the approval of the Training Center
Manager.
2007. REPORTING ACCIDENTS & INJURIES:
1. General. All vehicle accidents, injuries or property damage requiring the need for law enforcement, fire,
emergency medical, or HAZMAT response will be reported by the Safety Officer, Communications Liaison or any
facility staff member. Any need for emergency response to the training center will be accomplished by calling
911. Radio communication between the Safety Officer and other facility staff may be required to facilitate this.
(See Chapter 4; Communications for facility staff for more detail).
2. The appropriate accident / injury form will be filled out by the Safety Officer or facility staff and turned into the
Training Center Manager as soon as practical. The Training Center Manager will review and approve the accident
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/ Injury form, submit it to Risk Management through the chain of command, and notify non -owner agencies of
incidents.
3. The Training Center Manager will maintain a file of all accident / injury forms for annual review by the
Technical Advisory Committee. Accident / injury forms must be turned into City of Loveland Risk Management
within 48 hours of the occurrence.
2008. FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE:
1. General. The City of Loveland will provide facilities and equipment maintenance services for the training
center, in accordance with the current Inter -Governmental Agreement. This includes basic services such as
custodial, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs. These services may be outsourced at the discretion of
City of Loveland staff.
2.The City of Loveland's Facility Maintenance and Public Works staff will be trained in the maintenance of
specialized assets such as the indoor firing range ventilation systems and drivers training surfaces. These staff
members may also be required to assist in the training of instructors in the use and simple repair of equipment
and props used by the training center.
The City of Loveland is responsible for all facility maintenance from the perimeter fence in. It is the
primary point of contact for all maintenance needs.
The City of Loveland will manage all outside contracts and warranty work for the specialized props and
equipment. Both cities shall possess an equal right to enforce any warranties, however.
Effectively trained and authorized Fort Collins Police and Loveland Police personnel are permitted to
perform minor repairs and simple fixes when appropriate.
General facility computers and other information technology (IT) equipment will be serviced by City of
Loveland IT staff.
The access control and training center security system will be serviced by City of Loveland.
3. Any damage to the facilities on training center property due to negligence will be paid for by the agency
causing the damage or by the last agency to use the facility that failed to report the damage in their initial
inspection of that facility.
2009. Owner Agency Invitations and Task Force Usage:
1. General. Any invitation extended by the owner agencies, to non -owner agencies for a training event, shall be
considered an opportunity to collaborate in a training environment for the purpose of enhancing co -response
needs and will not require the payment of rental fees by non -owner agencies. This does not apply to formal
classes or sponsored courses of instruction that require the payment of attendance fees.
2. Task Force Considerations. Regional task force units that are staffed by either Loveland or Fort Collins Police
employees are considered owner agencies for those specific task force training requirements.
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Chapter 3
Environmental Procedures
3000. GENERAL:
1. General. To successfully achieve all training objectives while complying with environmental laws and
regulations, it is essential to consider environmental concerns while planning training operations and exercises.
Proper planning will preserve all training center facilities for future generations of law enforcement personnel
and the local community. Therefore, it is essential that training units adhere to the provisions in this chapter. All
users of the training center facilities are responsible for adhering to this chapter.
3001. HYGIENE GUIDELINES:
1. General. Hygiene guidelines are intended to minimize exposure to airborne particulate lead, cleaning product
residues and other hazardous materials. All training participants and facility staff exposed to the various facilities
within the training center, regardless of their participation in live -fire or not, should follow these guidelines.
a. Refrain from eating, drinking, applying makeup or otherwise placing hands in proximity to the mouth,
eyes or nose while on the firing range or after engaging in any firearms cleaning or maintenance.
b. Wash your hands and face with cold water after leaving the firing range or after engaging in any
firearms cleaning or maintenance and before eating or drinking.
c. Change and wash clothing after a live -fire session to minimize exposure to airborne particulate lead,
propellant or solvent residue.
3002. POLICING OF RANGES AND TRAINING AREAS:
1. General. Policing of ranges and other facilities is the responsibility of the using agency. It is the responsibility of
the Safety Officer to ensure ranges, training facilities, or any training area used for training purposes are
consistent with these procedures. All solid waste brought to ranges, training facilities, and training areas including
cardboard, wrapping materials, food waste, expended brass, and ammunition containers shall be removed from
those areas and recycled or disposed of in approved containers (e.g., dumpsters or buckets) or established storing
areas. The Training Center Manager or Safety Officer will do a walk through prior to training to ensure the given
facility is acceptable to use. An inspection by the Training Center Manager and / or Safety Officer will be
required prior to departure from the training center (See Chapter 1008 for further). This needs to be completed
as soon as possible in order to ensure follow on training agencies can accept a clean facility. If another
organization needs to use the facility and it has not been inspected by the facility staff, they may choose to train
regardless. That unit will accept any damages and clean up as needed, in addition to that caused by their use. The
ENDSTATE is we must preserve the facility for long term use, and it will be done by holding the using agencies
responsible for clean-up and any negligent damage that may have occurred while using the facility.
2. Brass. All brass will be placed in provided buckets or cans, ensuring that no rubber backstop or other foreign
materials are mixed with expended brass. Aluminum and brass casings will be separated as well. The buckets or
cans for expended brass and aluminum casings will be placed in front of the storage or recycling receptacles.
ONLY facility staff will dump expended brass buckets into the brass recycling receptacles to ensure no live
ammunition is present. No push brooms or similar tools are allowed to be used on the firing range and no water
will be used to wash down the firing range.
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3. Dumpsters. Dumpsters are provided and the using organizations need to ensure their personnel use them
properly per the labeling (i.e., Trash versus Recycle)
4. Hazardous Material. Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) (e.g., weapons cleaning gear, paint, fuel, etc.) used while
training shall be stored in approved, closed, and leak -proof containers. All HAZMAT shall be clearly marked,
identifying the contents of the container. All HAZMAT spills shall be reported immediately to the Safety Officer or
facility staff, who will notify the Fire Department or other emergency response asset, if needed. Units shall use
available resources to mitigate and contain spills, at or near the source of the spill. The City of Loveland Facilities
Department will coordinate with an approved cleaning company to remove lead reside and to empty the lead
containers within the bullet backstop of the firing range.
S. Training facility set-up and break -down. Set-up and break -down will be accomplished in a safe manner. Safety
procedures, proper gear, and teamwork will be used when setting up or tearing down the equipment needs of
any training facility in order to prevent an injury.
3003. POLICING OF ADMINISTRATION FACILITIES:
1. General. Any facility staff or training participant utilizing the various facilities and/or training areas shall ensure
restrooms, break areas, etc. remain clean during the training evolution. Trash will not be disposed of in any Aort-
a -let and all trash cans will be emptied at the end of the training evolution. Safety Officers will ensure an
inspection is completed at the end of each training session.
3004. ARMORY USE:
1. General. Access to the armory is restricted to authorized personnel only. At a minimum the Training Center
Manager, owner agency Training Supervisors and at least one lead firearms instructor from each owner agency
will have access to the armory and weapon storage area. Other access permissions will be granted by the TAC.
The Armory may not be converted to office space.
When a firearm is brought into the armory for maintenance or repair, all ammunition shall be cleared from it and
left in the range or another area outside of the armory. Armory occupants may remain armed while using the
armory so long as they do not take their firearms out of the holster or magazines out of the pouch. If they need to
do so, they should go into the range, unload and leave the ammunition in the range or a safe storage area while
using the armory.
To prevent unauthorized access, the armory door should remain closed and locked anytime there is not an
instructor or armorer in the armory or immediately around it (in the classroom). All doors including the armory,
storage, ammunition closet, and firing range doors should be secured and checked before leaving the building.
It is each Instructor's responsibility to maintain the cleanliness of the range and armory. Each person should take
care to keep the area free of trash and unnecessary clutter.
3005. AMMUNITION AND OTHER CONSUMABLES:
Consumables include items such as plywood, sheetrock, spray paint, fuel, etc. Owner agencies will be responsible
for providing for their own consumable training needs and will be provided storage space for those consumables.
Non -owner agencies will be responsible for providing for their own consumable training needs and may rent
storage space at the NCLETC for those consumables, if desired.
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Fort Collins personnel and Loveland personnel are responsible for keeping their respective storage areas clean
and organized. Storage areas are intended for the storage of training -related tools, materials and supplies only.
Expanded use of storage areas or the creation of new storage areas are not permitted without approval of the
Training Center Manager and Technical Advisory Committee.
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Chapter 4
Communications for Facility Staff
4000. GENERAL:
1. General. Radio communications should be maintained between the facility staff and Safety Officers at all times
during training conducted outside the classroom and firing range facilities. When communications are lost, the
Lead Instructor or Safety Officer should consider ceasing all training activities until communications are re-
established.
a. Plain language will be used for all radio communications between the Safety Officers and other facility
staff.
4001. NORMAL OPERATIONS:
1. Radio communications for all day-to-day training center facility use will occur between facility staff on the
assigned simplex channel. Hand-held radios will be issued to facility staff for any training event that requires
them.
a. The NCLETC will have a bank of hand-held portable radios for use by any instructors conducting training
at the training center. Radio communication will be the primary method of contact between remote
facilities like the driving track / skills pad, and the facility staff or administrative offices for day-to-day
operations. Any request for assistance or re -supply should be made via this radio communications
network.
b. Notification of any emergency situation that develops should be made via radio communication to the
Training Center Manager, or other facility staff, to facilitate assistance in coordinating emergency services
response. However, ALL EMERGENCY RESPONSE NOTIFICATION/ RESPONSE REQUESTS SHALL BE MADE
THROUGH TELEPHONE CONTACT VIA 911 to the Loveland Emergency Communications Center (LECC).
(see Chapter 5 for further).
4002. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS:
1. In the event of any emergency occurring within the training center, notification of the emergency situation will
follow the guidelines set out in the Emergency Response Plan detailed in Chapter 5 and Chapter 7, Appendix 7.
4003. ADDITIONAL DETAIL:
1. The materials and engineering used in the construction of the NCLETC's indoor firing range and administrative
areas may negatively impact the reception capability of both cellular telephones and hand-held radio devices.
Land -line telephones are the most reliable form of communication within these structures. Instructors, training
participants, visitors and facility staff may have to move to an outside location to facilitate connectivity for
cellular and radio communications.
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Chapter 5
Emergency Response
5000. GENERAL:
1. General. The Training Center Manager or their designee shall create a response plan for anticipated
emergencies within the various training center facilities. The Emergency Response Plan is intended to guide the
initial response to and mitigation of emergencies that may develop and supplements the Accident Reporting
Procedures detailed in Section 2007. The Emergency Response Plan shall be reviewed regularly by all facility staff
and updated annually through the Technical Advisory Committee (See Chapter 7, Appendix 7). The response plan
should include the following topics, roles, and objectives at a minimum.
5001. SAFETY/ EMERGENCY RESPONSE BRIEFING:
As part of the initial training center facility set up (firing range, driving track, skills pad, etc.), and in preparation
for receiving training participants, all facility staff taking part in the training shall engage in a safety briefing prior
to opening for business and prior to conducting any training activities. The safety briefing will include role
assignments for the Emergency Response Plan and any additional safety concerns that may be appropriate.
5002. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Any facility staff member may be assigned a specific role within the Emergency Response Plan at the start of each
training cycle / day. The required roles and their responsibilities are detailed below.
a Lead Instructor: Upon identification of an existing emergency, the Lead Instructor will be
responsible for the immediate ceasing of all live -fire (set "cold range" conditions) active driving,
or other live training and will ensure training participants are separated from the emergency
situation in a safe and orderly manner. Training participants will be removed to an area
designated in the Emergency Response Plan and the Lead Instructor will remain with the training
participants until relieved by first responder professionals.
b Safety Officer: Upon identification of an existing emergency, the Safety Officer will be responsible
for any required first aid or medical assessment or treatment, as qualified, if the emergency
involves an injured or ill person. If no one has been injured in the emergency, the Safety Officer
will ensure safety measures are deployed to prevent injuries until relieved by first responder
professionals.
c Communications Liaison: Upon identification of an existing emergency, the Communications
Liaison will be responsible for all communications and notification needs to summon the
appropriate response from law enforcement, fire, medical, or HAZMAT resources. The
Communications Liaison will provide pertinent information to responding units and coordinate
with the communications center when appropriate to facilitate effective "link -up".
5003. FACILITY STAFF INJURY:
1. General. Should a member of the facility staff be involved / injured in an emergency, their assigned role in the
Emergency Response Plan shall be reassigned as soon as practical. To facilitate this, it is essential that all facility
staff understand and be capable of performing any of these essential functions. The Emergency Response Plan
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and role responsibilities shall be included in the safety briefing for training participants, should a training
participant be reeuired to fill an emergency response role.
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Chapter 6
Rules and Regulations
6000. FACILITY USE RULES:
All training requires the presence of a designated Safety Officer. The Training Center Manager will ensure
that a Safety Officer is in place for non -owner agency training activities. This may be a Loveland or Fort
Collins Police Department staff member or other personnel as approved by the Training Center Manager.
The Training Center Manager is responsible for ensuring that training center facilities and props are ready
for training activities.
All agencies that use a facility within the training center, including the owner agencies, are responsible for
clean up after their training activity. They are expected to leave the site in the condition they found it.
Safety issues or concerns must be reported to the Safety Officer or Training Center Manager immediately.
Any injury or property damage occurring at a facility within the training center must be reported to the
Training Center Manager as soon as practical. Each using organization will follow their reporting
guidelines as required by their chain of command or employer.
The use of "cleared" live weapons for any movement, searching or force -on -force such as Simunition, air
soft or similar is prohibited anywhere within the classroom and administration areas. The use of inert "blue"
guns in these areas is allowed as long as industry standard safety checks are followed. At a minimum, steps
will be taken to ensure none of the participants have a live weapon and all live weapons have been
appropriately secured.
Simunition style force -on -force training may be conducted inside the firing range and on any outdoor area
of the training center. Industry standard safety checks which ensure the training site is totally sanitized of
ammunition and checked for other people before beginning the exercise shall be required. Additionally, control
of all ingress and egress that is accessible by anyone outside the group will be required which means having
multiple safety officers. The NCLETC is a multi -agency facility with many individuals having fob access to the
facility doors and multiple agencies conduct training at the same time and in nearby areas. Any training of this
sort will strictly follow safety protocols to ensure no one participating is armed with a live weapon.
For non -owner agencies, training that incorporates Simmunitions with another discipline (firearms or
driving) must be approved by a member of the TAC with subject -matter background to ensure
appropriate safety measures are in place.
Levels of access will be established by the Technical Advisory Committee (i.e. who is able to access a
facility and when).
Parking inside the training center fence is dependent on training activities, which have first priority.
Training consumables must be approved by the Technical Advisory Committee before acceptance,
placement and storage at the training center.
Because of warranty and safety issues, no significant maintenance on any aspect of a facility within the
training center may be performed without the approval of the Training Center Manager.
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6001. FACILITY SCHEDULING RULES:
The Training Center Manager is responsible for master scheduling. The law enforcement owner agencies
will submit their scheduling requests and the Training Center Manager will evaluate those requests and
schedule appropriately.
The law enforcement owner agencies will have first and highest priority for use of the training center.
Their approved requests will be placed on the master schedule first.
Outside public safety organizations (partner agencies) will have second priority for training center use.
Other departments from the owner agencies (i.e. Public Works, Facilities) have third priority for training
center use.
Law enforcement owner agencies will have 24/7 access to the training center for approved training uses.
These operational hours will not generally apply to outside public safety organizations.
Law enforcement owner agencies will have sole access to the breaching facade training area for their training
needs. Any explosive or shotgun based breaching training will follow industry standard safety checks, especially tc
ensure only breaching specific shotgun ammunition is anywhere within the training area or on the person of any
training participants. No lethal forms of shotgun ammunition (00 buck , slug) will be allowed in this training area.
The operational hours for outside public safety organization use of the training center are dependent on
the availability of facility staff or other owner agency personnel who are working on behalf of the Training
Center Manager. To ensure adequate security and oversight, at least one qualified individual from either
owner agency will be present whenever outside organizations are using the training center. The Training
Center Manager may designate an individual to oversee training from an outside organization when that
agency has a formal training arrangement in place via an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) or a
memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The master calendar will document all training center activities for twelve months (a calendar year). The
calendar will use a "Reserve Capacity" rule which recommends a reservation of 10% of facility capacity for
maintenance needs and discretionary use by the owner agencies.
The Training Center Manager will utilize a software -based tool or web -based application for scheduling to
ensure that no conflicting events are scheduled simultaneously. The Training Center Manager will work
with user organization representatives to ensure training in adjacent facilities (two training activities
being held near each other) does not create an unsafe environment.
Owner agencies will have ongoing access to the scheduling calendar and will advise the Training Center
Manager of all cancelled events as soon as possible.
Outside organizations will be required to provide a 30 -day notice of their need or intent to cancel their
scheduled training events. Failure to provide a 30 -day notice may result in a forfeit of fees associated
with the training reservation.
Scheduling will be initiated around October 1st of each year, for the following calendar year.
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Chapter 7
Appendices
The Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center
5300 N. Boyd Lake Avenue
Loveland, CO 80538
970-962-2130
POC— Ken Koch (Training Center Manager)
Ken.koch@cityofloveland.org
Cell 970-381-9736
Administrative Office, Classroom & Conference Rooms
Administrative office space for the Training Center Manager with a lobby area
Two, 12 -person conference rooms, with wireless / HDMI audio / visual equipment
One large classroom capable of being divided into two smaller classrooms (70 or 2 X 28 students)
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Classroom tables support electrical outlet and USB connectivity for device charging needs
Wi-Fi, internet access, speakers, large screen monitors and white boards for presentations
Kitchen area with microwave, sink, full-size fridge/freezer and ice maker
12 -Person Conference room
Lobby Area
Classrooms
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50 -Yard, 21 -lane Indoor Tactical Firing Range
Open bay design for unlimited training and scenario set-up with rubber particle bullet trap
Full ventilation controls with multi -stage filtration and climate control (heated and swamp cooled)
Spire Target targeting system with target turners, and two running man moving target systems
Full LED lighting with dimming control for full -light, low -light, and no -light training scenarios
Four red and blue emergency light bars mounted in the ceiling baffles
Portable cover/concealment, training barriers, cones, barrels to use in scenario set-up
Accessible by police vehicles for scenarios (large ballistic door access)
View of the vehicle access ballistic doors
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Drivers Training Area
5.5 Acre Skills Pad, with integrated access to the driving track
1.4 Mile Driving Track with pavement and concrete surfaces
35' Observation Tower
Support equipment for track sweeping and traffic cone course set up
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7001. Appendix 2: Rental Fee Schedules:
NCLETC fee schedule based on reasonable pricing comparison. Effective January 1, 2024.
Resource
Training
Description
4
Hours
,
8
Hours
4 / 8
Private
Sector
Hour
Classroom
One 40
-person
classroom
$100
$200
$200 / $400
1
,
Both
Combined
Classrooms
Two 40
-person
classrooms
Full
Day Only
$250
$500
Conference
Room
Conference
room
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$80
$160
$100
/ $200
,
Firing
Range
50 -yard,
range
21
lane
indoor
tactical
$300
$600
N/A
Skills
Pad
600x400
pad
or 5.5 -acre concrete
skills
.
$300
$600
,
$400
/ $800
Driving
Track
Highway
driving
track
$300
$600
$400 / $800
Entire
complex
driving
Highway
skills
pad
driving
track
& 5.5 -acre
Full
Only
Day
$1200
$1600
*4 -hour blocks are defined as 8:00 am to 12:00 pm,1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
It is anticipated that gradual, moderate rate increases will be required from year to year to cover
increased utility and maintenance costs.
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7002. Appendix 3: Facility Inspection Check Lists:
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Firing Range Inspection Check -In / Check -Out Sheet
Date: Time In/Out:
Check In:
1. Eli ass On Range
2. Trash Cans Empty
3. All Target lanes Working
4. Range Computer Working
S. Range I -Pad Working
6, Ventilation System Working
7. Range Carts Working
8. Flange lights Woricing
4, First Aid / A E D Present
10. Safety Briefing
Check Out:
1. Brass On Rage
2. Trash Cans Empty
3. Ail Target LanesWorkin3g
4. Range Computer Off
S, Range t-Paad Charging
6. Ventilation System Off
7. Range Carts Kit Away
8. Range Lights Off
9. First Aid/ AED Stored
10. Live Rounds / Spent Brass Separated
11. Number of rounds expended:
Remarks:
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Handgun:
Agency: Instructor:
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
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5
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10
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15
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25
i
50
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(FOR WEAR ON BULLET TRAP)
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Conference & Classroom Inspection Check -In / Check -Out Sheet
Date: Time In/Out:
Agency: Instructor:
Conference or Classroom Dumber:
Check In:
1. Floor Clean
7. Tablas Clean
3. Dry E rase Boards C lean
�1. Ughtits Working
5. AC/Hies t Working
6, Computer Working
7, TV Monitors Working
8. WindOwScreens Wc-krki ng
9. Trash Cans Empty
10, Tables Damaged
11. Chairs Damaged
12, Safety Briefing
Remarks:
Yes
YPs
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
YPs
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
N.:
No
No
Nr-,
No
No
NI:
N/A
N/A
N/A
NIA
N/A
NIA
N/A
NSA
N/A
NIA
N/A
Check Out:
1. Floor Clean
?. Tables Clean
3. Dry E rase Boa ids Clean
4. Lights Off
S. ACjMaeat Working
6. Computer Off
7. TV Monitors Off
8. Wi ndow Screens U p
4. Trash Cans F m pcy
10. Tables Damaged
11. Chairs Damaged
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No N/A
No N/A
No N/A
No N/A
Nu N/A
No N/A
No N/A
No N/A.
No NIA
No N/A
NU N/A
Training Center manager's Pn01e NWsowaer: 9110► -962-2130
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Track & Skills Pad Inspection Check -In / Check -Out Sheet
Date: Time In/Out:
D Track Only
J Skills Pad Only
J Track & Skills Pad
J Mark Location of Damage on Map
Check In:
L Track / Skills Pad Inspection
2, Foreign Objects / Debiris
3. Course Paint Markings Visible
.4. Traffic Conte Set Way vs night
5, Observation Tower.accessible
6, First Aid A E D Su pport Present
7. Safety Briefing
Remarks:
Yps
Ye:
Ye
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Agency: Instructor:
No NjA
NO N/A
No NIA
No NiA
No NjA
No N/A
.
Check Out:
-,C
1 Track f Skill: Par_! Inspection
2 Foreign Objects / Debr is
3. Course Paint Mark i n g Uisi ble
4, Traffic Cones Secured
5. Observation Tower Siecureci
6. First Aid / AED Support Secured
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Yep.
Y4 s
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No NA
fyo NjA.
No N jA
No NM
NO N/A
Nn NjA
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7003. Appendix 4: Standard Range Safety Rules & Regulations:
Standard Range Safety Rules and Regulations
Revised January 15, 2022
Every person on the firing range shall abide by all range rules at all times. Anyone who violates any of the rules is
subject to removal from the range by the facility staff. Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors shall be responsible
for:
Safety procedure on the range - Instructors shall conduct an emergency action "man / woman -down"
response plan briefing, in compliance with the standard operating procedures, prior to initiating any
training within the facility.
Ensuring all training participants and staff wear appropriate protective equipment to include body armor,
and brimmed hat.
Enforcing posted rules and taking necessary and appropriate actions for all rule violations.
Ensuring an appropriate instructor to training participant ratio for safety needs.
Reliance on a structured lesson plan design and delivery method.
Providing alternative lighting in the event of a power outage on the range.
Ensuring appropriate trauma/medical kit is readily available.
Range Rules:
Colorado POST Firearms Safety Rules
1. All weapons must be treated as if they are always loaded.
2. Never let the muzzle of a weapon point at anything you are not willing to destroy.
3. Keep your finger off the trigger and out of the trigger guard until the sights
are on the target and you are prepared to shoot.
4. Always be certain of the target and beyond.
5. Anyone observing an emergency can call for a "stop" or "cease fire" and notify a range staff member of the
emergency.
6. All handguns will remain holstered or in a case when behind the firing line unless otherwise specifically
directed by an firearms instructor.
7. Un-holstered or un-cased weapons will be pointed in a safe direction at all times (e.g. at the backstop, Safety
Circle, etc.).
8. When using long guns (rifle, shotgun), keep the muzzle up and the action open when placing them in
provided firearms racks, or pointed in a safe direction whether carried or slung, unless directed to do
otherwise by a firearms instructor.
9. Loading and unloading of a firearm is only permitted at the firing line or in the designated loading / unloading
area of the range.
10. Loading or unloading of a firearm outside the range requires the use of safety bullet traps, with the muzzle
fully inserted into the device.
11. Loading of magazines with ammunition is permitted anywhere within the range and administration building,
but not in the parking lot or other facilities.
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12. No eating or drinking in the range and no tobacco use is allowed..
13. Sight and hearing protection are required while inside the range. Sight protection should be rated for high
velocity impacts. Double hearing protection (i.e., ear plugs and muffs) is recommended by all users while on
the range. The only exception to using hearing protection is during a cease fire or cold range condition.
14. Female training participants who may be pregnant are highly discouraged from using the range for concerns
surrounding exposure to lead materials and sound concussion from fired handgun.
15. Only authorized duty or practice ammunition may be used unless specifically directed otherwise by a lead
instructor.
16. Steel core, steel slug, ceramic tipped, armor piercing, tracer, and any other ammunition that may damage the
bullet containment trap are not permitted. Any ammunition that will stick to a magnet on any part of the
round is not permitted. The use of black powder or synthetic black powder is not permitted due to air
filtration requirements.
17. All calibers greater than .308 may not be used due to limitations of the bullet traps. Other high energy rounds
with calibers smaller than .308 may also be excluded from use if deemed hazardous.
18. Shooters may only use the range under the supervision of a NCLETC approved / certified firearms instructor.
19. Only paper or cardboard targets may be used, and paper targets must be affixed to backer board.
No explosive targets may be used and no glass or glass -like targets on the range.
20. Use and placement of barricades, simulated walls / windows, vehicles and other training aids are allowed but
should never ae placed in such a way that creates extreme cross lane or high angle impacts to the intended
target or bullet containment trap (three lane rule).
21. Any vehicles used on the firing range must be inspected prior to entry to insure they have a clean
undercarriage (no snow or mud) and have measures in place to prevent oil or other fluid stains on the firing
range floor.
22. Users shall not move or reach beyond the firing line to pick up any item from the ground unless it is safe to do
so, until the range is under a cease fire condition and given specific instructions by a range staff member.
23. Users who experience problems with firearms while on the firing line that cannot be cleared through
malfunction c earance drills are required to keep their firearm at the firing line with the muzzle pointed
toward the bullet containment trap while they seek assistance from a range staff member.
24. Use of CN, CS gas or any hazardous material munitions are prohibited. Use of less -lethal munitions
(40mm, Shotgun based, etc.) will be with training rounds only and will require prior approval of the
Training Center Manager. Powder based less -lethal munitions may only be used on the breaching pad
outside of the firing range.
25. Firearms with fully automatic capability cannot be used in full auto mode during normal range training
operations by non -owner agencies.
26. Any range use, training need or course of fire that requires activities outside these standard range rules will
require review and prior written approval of a subject -matter expert member of the TAC with notification to
the Training Canter Manager.
Brass Sorting and Pick-up:
The range should be cleared of all spent casings at the end of a shooting session. The instructors are responsible
for ensuring that the shooters "police" their brass at the end of the session. Latex gloves will be available to the
shooters picking up brass. All brass (handgun and rifle) can be collected together without sorting by caliber;
however, instructors MUST ensure there is no foreign material and no non -recyclable casings (aluminum, etc.) in
the brass collected.
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7004. Appendix 5: Standard Driving Track & Skills Pad Safety Rules & Regulations:
Standard Driving Track and Skills Pad Safety Rules and Regulations
Revised January 15, 2022
In order to operate a safe and well -maintained law enforcement driving facility the following rules and
regulations are required by all who utilize the facility unless granted written permission to operate outside these
parameters. Law Enforcement Driving Instructors shall be responsible for:
Safety procedure on the driving facility — Instructors shall conduct an emergency action "man / woman -
down" response plan briefing, in compliance with the standard operating procedures, prior to initiating
any training within the facility.
Ensuring all training participants and staff wear protective equipment.
Enforcing posted rules and taking necessary and appropriate actions for all rule violations.
Ensuring an appropriate instructor to training participant ratio for safety needs.
Reliance on a structured lesson plan design and delivery method.
Ensuring appropriate trauma/medical kit is readily available.
Driving Facility Rules:
1. No smoking is allowed on the facility and no overnight camping is allowed.
2. No equipment may be used by any individual if they have not been trained and authorized by their
agency and the training center staff, in the operation of that equipment.
3. There is no user equipment storage or vehicle storage allowed at the NCLETC without prior authorization
of the Training Center Manager.
4. A certified driving instructor, Training Center Manager or other facility staff must be present at all times
when the driving complex is being utilized and driving time must be scheduled in advance through the
agency liaison or Training Center Manager.
5. Before beginning any training, the Lead Instructor or their designee will be responsible to ensure the
driving track and / or skills pad is free of foreign objects or debris, in compliance with the inspection
check- list.
6. The driving track and skills pad may not be used for personal use.
7. All occupants of vehicles must wear seatbelts, turn the stereo off, and windows must be all the way up or
all the way down.
8. If training participants must travel to the driving track and/or skills pad in a personal vehicle, the Training
Center Manager and Lead Instructor must be notified. Under no circumstances may personal vehicles be
driven on the track or skills pad in a training or other capacity.
9. Driving must be performed at all times to conform with training needs only. Careless or abusive use of the
facility will not be tolerated and may result in agency specific discipline or financial responsibility on the
part of the user.
10. Siren use is restricted to Monday through Friday, 8 am to 8 pm. Any use of sirens should be intermittent
and reasonable, in accordance with required training needs.
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11. If a vehicle drives or is forced off the paved roadway surface and shoulder debris is left on the track,
instructors and training participants are responsible for sweeping off the paved surfaces and repairing
ruts or damage to the shoulder before the end of the respective training day.
12. Speed limits may not exceed 70 mph on the straight away and asphalt fingers and 45 mph on the corners.
13. Any TVI or PIT training will primarily be conducted on the 4 -lane straight away of the driving track and will
be restricted to speeds under 50 miles per hour. The inherent risks associated with this specialty training
should be respected and any certified driving instructor presenting this training should also be qualified
to present the techniques involved, as determined by the TAC. TVI or PIT training may be conducted on
the skills pad when circumstances require.
14. Instructors must mark out the exterior edge of the south and north super curves with reflective cones
placed no less than 10 feet apart while operating the high-speed circuit at night.
15. Non -owner users may not permanently paint markings on the skills pad or driving track. Chalk, flour or
roadway crayon markings are permitted.
16. All equipment and cones will be returned to their proper storage location at the conclusion of the training
event
17. All accidents, damage, or significant incidents must be reported to the Safety Officer and Training Center
Manager immediately.
1. Any vehicle with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) greater than 20,000 pounds (Bear Cat) must be approved
by the Training Center Manager.
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7005. Appendix 6: Facility Orientation / Safety Brief:
Date:
Training
Time:
Training
Lead
Instructor:
Safety
Officer:
Radio
#:
Comms
Liaison:
Training Location: 5300 N Boyd Lake Ave., Loveland, CO 80538
Land Line — (970) 962-2130
Lat: 40° 26' 54" N / Long: 105° 1' 9" W
Facilities:
First -aid:
Firing
Range
Classroom
1
or
2
Conference
Room
1
or
2
Skills
Pad
Other
Track
Highway
• Individuals with advanced medical training:
• A trauma first aid kit is located:
• A separate first aid kit is available for minor injuries. See an Instructor for treatment of minor injuries.
• A fire extinguisher will be readily available in the range / on the track as well as in the classroom.
• An AED is located in the main hallway outside each of the range entrance doors in the administrative
area of the building.
Communications:
• Instructors will have a cellular phone on their person.
• An NCLETC portable radio will be issued to the Safety Officer prior to initiating any training.
• In the event of an emergency the instructor in charge at the range will be:
OR
Procedure
to summons Emergency Medical Services (EMS):
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• At all times, there will be a minimum two ways to contact EMS. (1) A cellular phone with confirmed
coverage will be available; and (2) a handheld radio capable of contacting the Training Center
Manager or other facility staff. If immediate help is needed the desired number to call is 911. For
non -emergency contact Loveland dispatch at 970-667-2151.
• The Lead Instructor or their designee (Communication Liaison) will be responsible for initiating the
emergency medical response to the range. In the event the Lead Instructor is incapacitated another
instructor will initiate the response. Students will also be briefed on this process in the event a
student is responsible for initiating the response.
Transport:
• Emergency transport will be by ambulance by contacting Loveland dispatch center.
• The Lead Instructor has discretionary authority to make other transportation arrangements if deemed
in the best interest of the injured person.
Injury Procedures:
• In the event of ANY INJURY, Call CEASE FIRE if necessary and notify an Instructor IMMEDIATELY.
The Communications Liaison will dial 911 for an injury that requires advanced emergency care.
Instructors will render first aid as needed.
• The Lead Instructor, Safety Officer or their designee will provide direction to students to safely
secure any loaded firearms and maintain the integrity of the scene for potential investigation.
• In the event emergency transportation is needed for an injury, an ambulance will be dispatched by
Loveland 911 dispatch center.
• The nearest hospital is Medical Center of the Rockies, 2500 Rocky Mountain Avenue, Loveland.
• In the case of a minor injury the student will report the injury to an Instructor who will ensure that the
injury is treated. The Instructor or Safety Officer will also inform the student the requirement to
complete a Workman's Compensation Form for their employer if applicable.
• The Lead Instructor will also evaluate the cause of the injury to see if it was caused by training and
adjust the training accordingly.
• In the case of serious injury all training will cease. The Lead Instructor will notify the Training
Center Manager and their chain of command of the injury. Training may resume after the agency's
investigation is complete. In the event the death or gunshot wound occurred during a reserve or full
academy, then training can only resume after the POST Board or its designated representative(s)
have insured the program is operating in compliance with POST rules.
Prior to conducting any firearms related training review the following:
Colorado POST Firearms Safety Rules
1. All weapons must be treated as if they are always loaded.
2. Never let the muzzle of a weapon point at anything you are not willing to destroy.
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3. Keep your finger off the trigger and out of the trigger guard until the sights are on the target and
you are prepared to shoot.
4. Always be certain of the target and beyond.
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7006. Appendix 7: Emergency Notification Form:
NORTHERN COLORADO LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER
AFTER CALLING 911
IDENTIFY/ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1) Location: Northern Colorado Law Enforcement Training Center
5300 N Boyd Lake Ave., Loveland, Co 80538
Range Coordinates: LAT: "40 degrees, 26 minutes, 54 seconds north"
LONG: "105 degrees, 01 minute, 10 seconds west"
ELEVATION: "4980 feet"
2) Type of Wound:
3) Wound Location:
4) Treatment Applied:
S) Victim Responsiveness:
6) Known Medical Issues:
7j Victim's Gender:
8) Victim's Age:
(e.g., Gunshot, Fracture, Heart Attack, etc.)
(e.g., Right Hand, Left Foot, etc.)
(e.g., Tourniquet, AED, Quick Clot, etc.)
(e.g., Conscious, Alert, Disoriented, etc.)
(e.g., Allergies, Diabetic, Blood Thinners, etc.)
Regional Medical Resources
1. Loveland Fire Station 6: 4325 McWhinney Blvd., Loveland CO 80538
Primary Response (970) 962-2476 / 2.5 miles South
2. UC Health Medical Center of the Rockies: 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland, CO 80538
Level II Trauma
3. Banner Health McKee Medical Center:
Level III Trauma
4. Denver Health:
Level I Trauma
(970) 624-1600 / 2.5 miles SE
2000 Boise Avenue, Loveland, CO 80538
(970) 820--4071 / 3.0 miles SW
777 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204
(303) 436-6000 /49 miles South by air
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7007. Appendix 8: Emergency Response Plan:
MAN / WOMAN -DOWN PROCEDURES
Emergency Response Plan
The intent of this emergency response plan is to provide a framework and guidance to facility staff for
response to any emergency occurring within the training center. While firearms injury -based emergencies are
the most obvious of potential threats to safety, there are a number of other potential causes of an
emergency to consider. This emergency response plan is meant to provide role assignments, areas of
responsibilities and desired objectives to achieve in response to and mitigation of any emergency that might
be encountered.
1. Lead Instructor:
a. Upon identification of an existing emergency, the Lead Instructor will be responsible for the
immediate ceasing of all live -fire (set "cold range" conditions) or drivers training and ensure
training participants are escorted to a secure location in a safe and orderly manner. Training
participants will be removed to an area designated in the Emergency Response Plan and the Lead
Instructor will remain with the training participants until relieved by first responder professionals.
i. Initial Response Considerations:
1. Ensure any injured persons are identified and attended to immediately.
2. Notify the Communications Liaison of the location of the incident and nature of
any injuries.
3. Select and communicate the appropriate location for evacuation and holding of
non -impacted training participants.
4. Make additional assignments of available facility staff, as needed.
5. Manage all non -impacted training participants to ensure their safety and security.
6. Any incident resulting in injury from a gunshot should be treated as a potential
crime scene and managed as such.
2. Safety Officer:
a. Upon identification of an existing emergency, the safety Officer will be responsible for any
required first aid or medical assessment or treatment, as qualified, if the emergency involves an
injured or ill person. If no one has been injured in the emergency, the Safety Officer will ensure
safety measures are deployed to prevent injuries until relieved by first responder professionals.
i. EMT Considerations:
1. Respond with AED, Trauma Equipment, etc.
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2. Conduct a primary and secondary injury assessment and ensure a safe scene for
patient treatment.
3. Provide emergency care as appropriate.
4. Communicate patient injuries, condition and any treatment applied to the
Communications Liaison.
5. Prepare patient for link up with responding EMS assets.
3. Communications Liaison:
a. Upon identification of an existing emergency, the Communications Liaison will be responsible for
all communications and notification needs to summon the appropriate response of police, fire,
medical, or HAZMAT resources. The Communications Liaison will provide pertinent information to
responding units and coordinate with the communications center when appropriate.
i. Initial Response Considerations:
1. Use the "AFTER CALLING 911" guidance sheet for initial incident reporting.
2. Ensure notification of the incident is made to Training Center Manager.
3. Keep a running log of incident events and times for the reporting requirements.
4. Coordinate link up for responding public safety assets.
5. Refer all external / media inquiries to the City of Loveland's Public Information
Officer.
4. Facility Staff Injury:
a. Should a member of the facility staff be involved / injured in an emergency, their assigned role in
the emergency response plan shall be reassigned a soon as practical. To facilitate this, it is
essential that all facility staff understand and be capable of performing any of these essential
functions.
5. Medical Response Considerations:
a. Because of the close proximity of Fire / EMS resources and regional hospital services (see "AFTER
CALLING 911" guidance sheet), the need for air based medical transportation from the training
center will in most cases be inefficient. This decision will be made by EMS professionals once on
scene, but in most cases injured persons will be transported to the nearest trauma hospital and
any need for air transport to higher level trauma centers will be arranged from that hospital.
6. Evacuation / Shelter Considerations:
a. Considerations: The most appropriate evacuation or shelter locations for non -impacted training
participants will be determined by the nature of the incident and any threat it poses. For
example, a single patient with a significant injury or medical condition within the firing range may
only require the evacuation of non -impacted training participants to the rear of the firing range,
for safety and holding until released by public safety professionals. A hazardous materials spill
within the firing range may require the evacuation of all training participants (including any
injured persons) to the classroom area or even completely off -site.
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b. Shelter Locations: See the "Training Facility Description" in Chapter 7 of the Standard Operating
Procedures, Appendix 1.
7. Other Considerations:
a. Interior Threat Assessment: Risk management considerations indicate the highest probability for
emergency response needs within the training center's facilities, center on;
i. The use of firearms and the potential for injury that is associated.
ii. Vehicle accidents
iii. Fall or trip injuries and other medical conditions or ailments, on an individual basis.
iv. Fire danger and hazardous materials spills, while unlikely, are still a potential given the
materials stored in support of all training center facilities.
b. Exterior Threat Assessment: Risk management considerations indicate exterior threats could
include;
i. Power Failure to the facility: There are no auxiliary power sources for the facility and
there are limited back up lighting sources in the firing range.
ii. Weather related Threats: Significant and sudden storms could produce situations
requiring a "shelter in place" response (high wind, tornado) or immediate closure and
evacuation (roof snow loads, flooding).
i. Threats associated with the airport.
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Contract Form
Entity Information
Entity Name*
CITY OF LOVELAND
Entity ID*
@00012500
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AGREEMENT FOR THE USE OF THE NORTHERN 9472
COLORADO LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER BY
A GOVERNMENTAL ENTITY (NCLETC)
Contract Status
CTB REVIEW
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TMATTH EWS
Contract Lead Email
tmatthews@weld.gov
Parent Contract ID
Requires Board Approval
YES
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IGA BETWEEN WELD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE (WCSO) AND CITY OF LOVELAND AND CITY OF FORT COLLINS FOR
USE OF NORTHERN COLORADO LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER (NCLETC). AGREEMENT CONTINUE UNTIL
12/31 /25: WILL BE EXTENDED FOR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR PERIODS
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N OT TO EXCEED FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR PERIOD. RENEWALS AND PRICING CHANGES TO BE
N EGOTIATED BY AND AGREED TO BY BOTH PARTIES AT TIME OF RENEWAL. WCSO TO PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE
N O LATER THEN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO TERMINATION IF DOES NOT WISH TO RENEW.
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AGREEMENT
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$2,800.00
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YES
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CM-Sheriff@weld.gov
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CM-Sheriff-
DeptHead@weld.gov
County Attorney
GENERAL COUNTY
ATTORNEY EMAIL
County Attorney Email
CM-
COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL
D.GOV
IGA Deadline Date
Requested BOCC Agenda
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05;21 2025
Due Date
05/17/2025
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NO
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Approval Process
Department Head
DONNIE PATCH
DH Approved Date
05/28/2025
Final Approval
BOCC Approved
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BOCC Agenda Date
06/02/2025
Review Date*
1 1 /01 /2025
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Finance Approver
CHERYL PATTELLI
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01 /01 /2026
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05/29/2025
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AG 060225
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TMATTH EWS
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BYRON HOWELL
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