Non-Lethal Pepper Spray Class

Basic - Open to civilians, students

Duration: 2-3 Hours

$55.00

Fee

Instructor Bio

MONTH: See All November 2025

	Date	Location	Class Size	Class Time	Instructor	Availability
Register Now	November 9 Sunday	Firearms Safety Academy Naperville Classroom Naperville, IL	3 - 10 Students	8am-11am	Rick Winninger	Space Available

Description

A Non-Lethal Pepper Spray Class provides students with the knowledge and confidence to use pepper spray safely, effectively, and within the limits of the law. The course covers when and how to deploy pepper spray, proper grip and aiming techniques, threat recognition, and creating safe escape routes after deployment. Students also learn about decontamination procedures, post-incident responsibilities, and Illinois legal considerations governing the use of non-lethal defensive tools.

This hands-on class is designed for civilians, students, and first responders who wish to enhance their personal protection skills without relying on firearms. It emphasizes situational awareness, decision-making under stress, and responsible self-defense — ensuring that participants walk away prepared, informed, and empowered to protect themselves safely and lawfully.

Topics Covered

Module 1 – Foundations & Law
Module 2 – OC Science & Selection
Module 3 – Carry & Deployment
Module 4 – Post-Incident
Module 5 – Scenarios & Articulation
Module 6 – Quiz & Review

Expectations and Outcomes

1. Explain when non-deadly force is justified under Illinois law (self-defense standard). Illinois General Assembly

2. Identify legal requirements/restrictions for carrying OC in IL, including the personal-defense exception in the weapons statute. Illinois General Assembly

3. Recognize local restrictions such as Chicago’s “noxious gas” discharge limits in enclosed rooms with 20+ people. American Legal Publishing

4. Select an appropriate OC device and carry method; perform safe draw, verbalization, indexing, burst, and offline movement.

5. Manage post-deployment tasks: escape, 911 call, reporting, decontamination, and after-action documentation.

6. Apply decision-making to realistic scenarios consistent with IL law and your academy’s use-of-force framework. Illinois General Assembly

Types

Basic, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance, Specialty Other

Documentation Requirements

Valid ID

Requirements

There are no requirements; we will provide everything needed. Yoy will also receive a free personal pepper spray unit.

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