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SECTION I : TRAINING TIME OUT POLICY

1. In accordance with CNETINST 1533.9J, the following Training Time Out policies are set forth:

2. A Training Time Out (TTO) may be called in any training situation whenever a student or instructor believes that a situation exists where for personal safety is at risk or there is a need for clarification of procedures. TTO is also an appropriate means for a student to obtain relief if he/she is experiencing pain, heat stress, or other serious physical discomfort.

3. At the start of training, all students in high-risk training shall be briefed on TTO procedures. Prior to commencement of high-risk training evolutions, TTO procedures shall be re-briefed with emphasis on evolution specific verbal and non-verbal signals to be used by students and instructors.

4. Instructors are responsible for maintaining situational awareness and shall remain alert to signs of student panic, fear, extreme exhaustion or lack of confidence that could present an unsafe situation. Instructors shall immediately cease training if they consider it appropriate.

5. Following a TTO , a risk assessment shall be done to determine whether any changes should be made or if training should resume.

6. Specifically, to halt training any student or instructor will use the verbal command of " TIME OUT " shouted as loud as possible. Any other student or instructor hearing the " TIME OUT " will also begin shouting it until all training ceases. A non-verbal hand signal of waving the arms over the head will also be used to ensure that the unsafe condition is brought to the attention of everyone as quickly as possible. Additionally, whistles may be used by instructors during certain training evolutions to call a TTO .

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