Active Crisis Consulting Teaches Us CQB Room Clearing Basics

Published on March 4, 2024
Duration: 32:46

This video details Close Quarters Battle (CQB) room clearing basics taught by Active Crisis Consulting. It covers fundamental techniques like corner clearing, ready positions, and threshold assessment using the 'pieing' method. The importance of non-verbal communication and threat hierarchy in dynamic environments is stressed for effective team movement and survival.

Quick Summary

CQB room clearing emphasizes the 'High Ready' position for aggression and control, and 'pieing' the door to assess threats from the exterior before entry. Non-verbal communication is vital for team cohesion, prioritizing threats from armed individuals to closed doors for effective tactical operations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CQB Training
  2. 01:39Fundamentals of Room Entry
  3. 03:15Ready Positions: High vs. Low
  4. 05:07Threshold Assessment and 'Pieing'
  5. 08:56Non-Verbal Communication and Teamwork
  6. 13:21Priorities of Work and Threat Hierarchy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the preferred weapon ready position for CQB room entry?

The 'High Ready' position is preferred for CQB room entry. Instructors argue it's more aggressive, stable, and prevents the weapon from being easily grabbed or deflected compared to the 'Low Ready' position.

How can shooters minimize exposure when entering a room during CQB?

Shooters can minimize exposure by 'pieing' the door, which means clearing as much of the room as possible from the outside before entering. This technique limits exposure to unknown spaces and potential threats.

What is the threat hierarchy in CQB?

The hierarchy of threats in CQB is: 1. People with guns/weapons, 2. People (unknown status), 3. Open doors/spaces, 4. Closed doors. Shooters must process information rapidly to address these threats effectively.

Why is non-verbal communication crucial in CQB?

Non-verbal communication is crucial in CQB because it allows teams to move fluidly and cover sectors of fire without using verbal commands that could alert adversaries. Techniques include leg bumps or hand signals.

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