The Front Jab is a quick and effective in stopping a person's frontal attack on you. It can be used in a horizontal or slightly downward manner.

The Front Jab is used as a counter-strike when a person is trying to injure you. The purpose is to stop the hostile act. When selecting available targets, use the principles set forth by your agency's Use of Force policy or the Monadnock Baton Chart.

Use the Two-Handed Carry Position to thrust the long end of your baton forward using both your Strong and Support hands. The thrust should be horizontal or slightly downward in nature. Following a Front Jab, assess the situation, then take appropriate follow-up action as needed.

Lesson and Minimum Acceptable Performance Standards

• Assume the Two-Handed Carry Position (Support Hand palm down).

• Thrust the long end of your baton forward using both your Strong and Support hands.

• The thrust should be horizontal or slightly downward in nature.

• Following the Front Jab, assess the situation, then take appropriate follow-up action as needed.

Special Notes

A Pattern of Movement such as the Forward Shuffle or Rear Shuffle (if subject is charging in on you) may enhance this technique.

 

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