Aerosol chemical agents have been around for many years. The impact of the use of these chemical agents wasn't significant until 1976 when Mr. Gardner Whitcomb introduced an Oleoresin Capsicum (pepper spray) formulation. At the request of Mr. Whitcomb, the first official OC training manual was co-written by Roland Ouellette and Ed Nowicki. OC has proven to be more effective than CS or CN.

• Since the introduction of the OCAT training program in 1991
• More than 4,500 instructors and 200,000 basic users have been trained
• OCAT is not brand specific and addresses the proper uses of all OC Sprays

 What is Oleoresin Capsicum?

Commonly called "Pepper Spray", Oleoresin Capsicum is a convenient aerosol spray that is used as a protection device. When used before hands-on defense, there is less risk of injuries to all parties.

Effects of OC?

• OC affects the skin, face, eyes, and respiratory system and is usually immediately debilitating. 
• This court-defensible deterrent is reliable &  no long-term harmful effects on the recipient.
• OC is completely safe.

Who benefits from OC training?

The OCAT^® program is designed for human service professionals who deal with conflict or potential violence. This includes corporations, law enforcement organizations, security, academic, healthcare, military, and federal agencies. More than 4,500 OCAT^® instructors have been trained worldwide.

• Identify the stages of conflict in order to: recognize the threat, reduce the threat, and determine how and when to use force.

• Apply state-of-the-art tactical concepts such as: spraying techniques, disengagement, proper defensive positions, methods of movement, multiple opponent defense, contact and cover system, defense against moving attacks, ground defense, and drawing techniques.

• Avoid liability suits through: Certified training, understanding the effects of OC spray, identifying factors which justify OC use, and proper OC incident documentation.

OCAT^® Instructor Certification