Armed for bear: 380 ESFS Defenders prepare for duty

Tech. Sgt. Richard, member of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, waits to be issued weapons and ammunition prior to his shift at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2017. Weapons are controlled in a secure armory to ensure safety and accountability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marjorie A. Bowlden)

Staff Sgt. John, member of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, double checks that an M9 pistol is safe at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2017. Defenders ensure that their weapons are cleared and safe prior to and upon being released from duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marjorie A. Bowlden)

Tech. Sgt. Richard, member of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, inspects a baton upon issue at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2017. Members confirm that all issued weapons are in serviceable condition upon issue so that they are prepared to defend the base from any threat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marjorie A. Bowlden)

Senior Airman Tylan, member of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, issues an M4 carbine to a fellow 380 ESFS member at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2017. Weapons are controlled in a secure armory to ensure safety and accountability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marjorie A. Bowlden)

A member of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron loads an M9 pistol in a clearing barrel at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2017. 380 ESFS members clear their weapons and load them in clearing barrels to ensure member safety and accountability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marjorie A. Bowlden)