DIEGO (March 11, 2019) – Airman Michael Thomas, from Simi Valley, Calif., performs a mechanical advantage control hold (MACH) take-down after receiving oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray, also known as pepper spray, during naval security force sentry (NSFS) training. Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) are required to participate in NSFS training prior to earning weapons qualifications. Makin Island, home-ported in San Diego, is conducting a depot-level maintenance availability.

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