Guys,

I'm looking into the use of infrared technology in patrol applications for a p-point presentation. I'd be interested in your experience and opinion on this matter.

For the sake of this purpose, assume there is NO night vision available. Big handicap, I know. I'm picturing an active shooter scenario, building search, or open space search (in darkness of course).

In particular, how would an IR filter for a Surefire (or even a dedicated IR light) work in a lights out setting? If my buddies have an IR tape/IFF, etc affixed or worn, would an IR light reflect that back and be visible to the naked eye, or is this NVD dependent?

I have no personal experience with night vision devices or IR tech, so excuse my ignorance.

Additionally, here in TX our DL's have our photo imprinted on the back, visible by IR. Some of our guys have a "pocket" IR LED light which is useful for this.

Any other uses or ideas you all have or can think of, I'd like to hear.

And I did see E. Gelhaus's article, good stuff, but dependent on night vision availability.

Thanks in advance.

DH