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6th SFS Airmen get OC certified

Senior Airman Barbara Walker-Johnson, an entry controller with the 6th Security Forces Squadron catches her breath after washing off the oleoresin capsicum during a Less Than Lethal Certification Course at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 28, 2016. The obstacle course consisted of fending off an adversary utilizing authorized baton striking techniques, accurately identifying a training weapon held by a suspect, then challenging and apprehending that suspect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)

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6th SFS Airmen get OC certified

Senior Airman Beau Bartulis, a military working dog handler with the 6th Security Forces Squadron uses baton strikes to fend off an attacker after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum (OC) during a Less Than Lethal Certification Course at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 28, 2016. This certification is required for a security forces member to carry and use OC spray in a use of force situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)

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6th SFS Airmen get OC certified

A suspect is apprehended during a Less Than Lethal Certification Course at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 28, 2016. Five 6th Security Forces Squadron members were sprayed with oleoresin capsicum before completing an obstacle course consisting of fending off an adversary utilizing authorized baton striking techniques, accurately identifying a training weapon held by a suspect, then challenging and apprehending that suspect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)

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6th SFS Airmen get OC certified

Staff Sgt. Trisha Eddy, an orientation trainer with the 6th Security Forces Squadron, sprays oleoresin capsicum during a Less Than Lethal Certification Course at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 28, 2016. The class is one of several training courses newcomers will receive prior to starting their day to day duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)

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6th SFS Airmen get OC certified

Training weapons, handcuffs and oleoresin capsicum spray were used during a Less Than Lethal Certification Course at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 28, 2016. The course consisted of fending off an adversary utilizing authorized baton striking techniques, accurately identifying a training weapon held by a suspect, then challenging and apprehending that suspect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Snelson, 6th Air Mobility Wing Commander, and Lt. Col. Robert Moore, 6th Security Forces Squadron Commander, talk with Tech. Sgt. James Himes, the NCO in charge of the 6th SFS Marine Patrol, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. Marine Patrol guided the 6th AMW leadership team around MacDill’s coastline and demonstrated tactical maneuvers to show how the 6th SFS protects the base on land and sea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

6th Air Mobility Wing leadership receives a safety briefing from Tech. Sgt. James Himes, 6th SFS Marine Patrol noncommissioned officer in charge, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. Marine Patrol briefs all passengers on safety procedures before they accompany the team on a patrol. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Snelson, 6th Air Mobility Wing Commander, spends time with military working dog handlers at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. Snelson donned a bite-suit and attempted to outrun a military working dog during a demonstration by the 6th Security Forces Squadron, showcasing that this SFS team and their canines are ready to respond at a moment's notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

Military Working Dog (MWD), Lleonard, rolls in the grass at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. The 6th Security Forces Squadron MWDs and handlers demonstrated suspect apprehension procedures for 6th Air Mobility Wing leadership, showing their ability to defend the installation when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Snelson, the 6th Air Mobility Wing Commander, runs from 6th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog, Lleonard, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. Snelson experienced a firsthand glimpse of the rigorous training that keeps the MWD team ready to defend MacDill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Snelson, 6th Air Mobility Wing Commander, operates a remote control explosive ordnance disposal robot at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. The robot is used for training by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight to handle dangerous materials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS and EOD team for MacDill Commander immersion tour

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Snelson, left, 6th Air Mobility Wing Commander and Col. Troy Pananon, 6th Air Mobility Wing Vice-Commander, prepare for takeoff in a helicopter at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department provided the ride to demonstrate the key relationships the 6th Security Forces Squadron has with local law enforcement to ensure base safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)

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6th SFS Change of Command

Col. Patrick Miller, left, commander of the 6th Mission Support Group, salutes Lt. Col. Robert Moore, right, incoming commander of the 6th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), during a change of command ceremony, June 28, 2018 at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The ceremony marked the beginning of Moore’s tenure as the 6th SFS commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Vernon L. Fowler Jr.)

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6th SFS change of command

Col. Edward Phillips, 6th Mission Support Group commander, passes the 6th Security Forces Squadron guidon to Lt. Col. Christopher Collins, the in-coming 6th SFS commander during a change of command ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2019. Collins’ military experience list includes 10 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, becoming a command-rated pilot as well as tactical air control party over his 28 years of combined service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adam R. Shanks)

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6th SFS Combat Arms Glock Instructor's Course

Combat arms instructors assigned to the 6th Security Forces Squadron, fire their pistols during a Glock Instructor’s Course at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., May 10, 2017. As combat arms instructors, these Airmen are required to be technical experts with each small-arms weapon in the Air Force arsenal in order to instruct future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adam R. Shanks)

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6th SFS conducts EST tryouts

Members of the 6th Security Forces Squadron engage in a simulated exercise during Emergency Services Team (EST) tryouts at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 4, 2022. EST Airmen are trained to respond to high-stress scenarios so base operations can function effectively and efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Hastings)

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6th SFS conducts EST tryouts

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Emily Colster, 6th Security Forces Squadron flight commander, engages in a simulated exercise during Emergency Services Team (EST) tryouts at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 4, 2022. EST Airmen are trained to respond to emergencies which ensures safety for personnel on base and allows for the mission to be executed efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Hastings)

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6th SFS conducts EST tryouts

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jared Remender, 6th Security Forces Squadron marine patrol crew member, engages in a simulated exercise during Emergency Services Team (EST) tryouts at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 4, 2022. EST Airmen are trained to respond to high-stress scenarios so base operations can function effectively and efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Hastings)

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6th SFS conducts EST tryouts

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ethan Vuckovich, 6th Security Forces Squadron commercial search gate member, awaits instruction from cadre during Emergency Services Team (EST) tryouts at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 4, 2022. EST Airmen are highly trained and equipped to handle special threat situations which can involve barricaded suspects, hostages and active shooters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Hastings)

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6th SFS conducts EST tryouts

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ethan Vuckovich, 6th Security Forces Squadron commercial search gate member, awaits instruction from cadre during Emergency Services Team (EST) tryouts at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 4, 2022. EST Airmen are highly trained and equipped to handle special threat situations which can involve barricaded suspects, hostages and active shooters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Hastings)

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