What is the minimum effective range of OC spray?

The minimum effective range of OC spray is 90 cm. This distance ensures that the spray can properly aerosolize and reach the intended target, allowing for optimal dispersion of the active component in the pepper spray. At this range, the spray is more effective in incapacitating a potential threat due to the concentration and distribution of the irritant chemicals in the spray.

Using OC spray from this distance provides a balance between safety for the user and effectiveness against an assailant, as being too close could result in the user accidentally being affected by the spray. Understanding this safe operational distance is critical for effective self-defense training and ensures that individuals can deploy OC spray successfully without compromising their own safety.

Recognizing the significance of range in terms of spray dispersion helps to highlight why the other distance options are not considered effective minimum ranges for OC spray, as they would either undermine the effectiveness of the spray or increase risk to the user.