US service members conduct OC spray training at MCAS Iwakuni

190423-M-ON849-1001.JPG Photo By: Cpl. Stephen Campbell

Apr 23, 2019

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION, Japan - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jeremy Alfaro, a graphic reproduction specialist with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron undergoes oleoresin capsicum, or pepper spray training, at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, April 19, 2019. From left to right are his before, during and after experiences from this training. Marines and Sailors were sprayed as a graduation requirement for the air station’s yearly Security Augmentation Force (SAF) training. SAF personnel can be activated during periods of elevated force protection conditions, other emergency/increased threat situations or special events to perform additional security functions alongside military and civilian police. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Cpl. Stephen Campbell)

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