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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT 2022 Equipment Name: Primary Weapons Systems (PWS) MK111 Rifles Quantity Owned/Sought: 12 owned Lifespan:Approximately 7 Years Equipment Capabilities: Capable of firing .223 caliber ammunition Manufacturer Product Description:The PWS MK1 MOD 2-M line features the PWS long stroke piston system. While the internals remain the same as other PWS lines,the MK1 MOD 2-M offers a variety of features exclusive to this line. Starting with patent pending PicLok technology on the free float handguard, users are able to mount either Picatinny or MLOK accessories on the front of their firearm. Moving to the fully forged upper and lower receivers,the craftsmanship of this rifle can be easily recognized. Eliminating forward assist, adding a flared mag well and built-in trigger guard, among other specific add-ons, the MK1 MOD 2-M takes high end firearms to a new level. Purpose/Authorized Uses:The PWS rifles serve the same function as patrol rifles.They allow officers to address lethal threats with precision from a distance. Compared to handguns,they are more accurate at greater distances and can penetrate most body armor.The PWS rifles are issued to members of the SWAT team. Fiscal Impacts:The initial purchase price for the PWS rifles was$18,000 for twelve rifles in 2014. Annual maintenance costs are approximately$150 for batteries, parts and cleaning supplies. Annual Maintenance:$500 Personnel Cost: Approximately$80,500. This cost reflects a year of required training for personnel assigned to the SWAT Team. Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use: PPD Policy 312.4.4 covers deployment, use, care, and maintenance of rifles. In addition,there are a multitude of California Penal Code sections that also apply to the transportation, care, and maintenance of assault rifles. Only officers who have completed a P.O.S.T. certified patrol rifle course may be issued a rifle. A qualification course must be completed by each officer at least annually. Training Required: Officers must complete a RO.S.T. certified course to be issued a rifle.These courses are a minimum of 16 hours of instruction on use, deployment and maintenance of the rifles. RO.S.T. also requires four hours of tactical firearm instruction every two years for officers and this training is facilitated by P.O.S.T. certified rifle instructors. SWAT Team members who are issued the PWS rifles receive additional range training at least monthly. Other Notes: 123