SAFETY
I will treat every gun as if it were loaded.
I will always point my gun in a safe direction.
I will KEEP MY FINGER OFF OF THE TRIGGER UNTIL READY TO SHOOT.
I will be sure of my target and what's beyond. I'll watch for individuals who may move between me and the target.
Firearms with manual safeties: The safety will only be disengaged when eyes are looking through the sights and ready to fire. Otherwise, the safety will be engaged.
I will not handle weapons behind the line. If I need to handle a weapon, I will go to the SAFE AREA or the firing line before drawing from the holster or handling a weapon.
I will wear appropriate eye and ear protection during the course of fire.
I will obey all instructions from the Paladin Tactical instructors and associates.
I will not engage targets if my muzzle line is within 2 meters of another person.
I will use manufactured commercial ammunition. I understand that using reloaded ammunition comes with risk and I take complete responsibility for that risk.
I am familiar with and understand the operation of my firearms, holsters, and associated equipment.
I understand that CCW-issuing agencies require firearms listed on the CCW license must meet factory specifications. Therefore, Paladin will not allow CCW qualification with any firearms with modifications including, but not limited to: non-factory porting or milling of the slide or barrel and trigger modifications. If modifications are due to a physical disability, please contact Paladin before your training.
I understand that I'm able to opt out of any exercise/drill if I feel uncomfortable or physically unable to complete it.
If any injury occurs during class, I will immediately notify the instructor.
I will also notify the lead instructor of any relevant pre-existing injuries or physical limitations before class starts.
SELF-DEFENSE AND THE LAW
I understand that use of force should be in accordance with the California Jury Instructions and/or applicable sections of the California Penal Code regarding self-defense laws (or the legal statutes in the state in which the use of force occurs). I am responsible for knowing the laws in the jurisdiction in which I'm located.
Some Paladin instructors are attorneys. I understand that I'm not entering into an attorney-client relationship with any Paladin instructor. For legal advice regarding self-defense laws, I will consult with my own qualified attorney.
PHOTOGRAPHS/SOCIAL MEDIA
I grant permission to Paladin and their agents to take photographs or video tape for archive and promotional purposes. I waive my rights to inspect or approve finished images or electronic matter prior to any publication and waive any and all compensation or other remuneration for their use. However, if I wish to be excluded from photography/videography, I can make a request to the lead instructor prior to publication of the images.
I understand that I may take photographs/video of my activities during class; however, I may not videotape the instructional lessons, nor publicize those lessons in any manner, including social media platforms without the permission of the instructor.
PRIVACY POLICY AND EMAIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
I acknowlege that have accepted Paladin's Privacy Policy which describes the collection of information to be used in the course of business.
I also understand that wix.com (webhost) and third parties such as Google, Meta, and other platforms have access to this information for the purposes of tracking purchases, marketing, and other actions on both the website and the third party platforms. Paladin uses wix.com, Google, and AutoCrat platforms to manage customer data for class registration, promotions, and certificate production. The policy can be reviewed at https://www.paladin-tactical-us.com/privacy-policy
I understand that by signing this form I will receive promotional emails from Paladin; however, I can opt out of future email announcements by notifying paladin.tactical.office@gmail.com.
REFUND
I understand that Paladin will not refund the class fees if I fail to pass the mandated qualification course or written exam, or if I'm removed from class due to safety violation or unethical/disruptive behavior.
I also understand that class fees are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred to another class. Classes rescheduled due to acts of God, including extreme weather or range closures outside of Paladin Tactical's control will be rescheduled in place of a refund. Changes in class location or class schedule will be communicated by the email address and phone number you provide. If a class is rescheduled due to a low number of signups, we will ask that you move to another class date. You will receive a full refund if we can't accommodate you with an alternate date.
CITIZENSHIP/BACKGROUND
1. I am a United States Citizen or a legal resident of the United States. I am allowed to possess firearms in accordance with federal and state laws. I am not affilliated with any criminal group, terrorist organization, or foreign government.
WAIVER
1. I acknowledge and fully understand that I and all others engaged in Paladin Shield, dba as Paladin Tactical U.S. (referred to as "Paladin" throughout this document) training sessions will be engaged in activities that involve inherent risks of serious personal injury including disability or death and severe social and economic losses which might result from my actions or inactions or the actions or inactions of others; such risks include but are not limited to:
The failure of myself or others to abide by firearms safety rules or to properly handle or use firearms or ammunition;
The characteristics, including the design, manufacturing or other defects, of any firearm or ammunition being used by myself or others;
Physical activities such as running, jumping, grappling, punching, kicking, lifting, body carries, etc;
The characteristics, including the design, construction, and maintenance, of the training facilities;
The inhalation and exposure to glass particles, dust, and lead;
The design of the live-fire drills and demonstrations, and;
The possible inability of Paladin staff to, at all times, monitor or supervise all participants.
2. On behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns:
I hereby assume all risk of personal injury, disability or death. The word “damages” includes, but is not limited to, the incurring of physical and emotional injury of any kind, loss of physical function, ability or capacity, medical expenses, lost wages or income, loss of consortium and any other compensatory damage.
I hereby waive, release and discharge Paladin and their affiliates, and each of their officers, owners, employees, agents, successors, assigns, and affiliated instructors (“Released Parties”) from any and all claims, demands, actions or lawsuits seeking damages on account of any personal injury, disability or death occurring to myself or anyone else, caused in whole or in part or alleged to be so caused by the negligence of any of the Released Parties or caused by anyone else.
I hereby agree to indemnify and defend the Released Parties from any and all claims, demands, actions or lawsuits for any personal injury, disability or death occurring to myself or any other person which result entirely or in part from the actions, failure to act, or negligence of myself, my guests for whom I am responsible, and other event participants.
I hereby agree to indemnify and defend the Released Parties from any and all claims, demands, actions or lawsuits for any personal injury, disability or death occurring to myself or any other person which result entirely or in part from the actions, failure to act, or negligence of myself during an actual use of force incident subsequent to this event.
I hereby agree that this foregoing agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State in which the event is conducted and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding continue in full legal force and effect.
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE, OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.