CA BSIS Firearms/Refresher Training for Security Guards

As of JAN 1st, 2020, Security Officers must be over 21 years old to apply for their BSIS Firearms Permit. Also, as of JULY 1st 2018, BSIS will require all security officers to complete a psych evaluation prior to submitting the firearms application--$65. This will incur additional fees to the application process.

This class is required by the State Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) for guards wishing to carry an exposed firearm on duty, armored car guards, armed alarm response agents and private investigators. It is vital that security officers understand the appropriate use of force standards, as well as managing mental health on the job. This class will cover this information in great details.

This firearm course is a self-defense handgun course that will introduce you to the Fundamentals of Firearms Safety, along with the skills necessary to properly handle a semi-automatic pistol. You will learn what a handgun will do, what it won’t do, and why it works the way it works.Practive the 4-count draw. Our hands-on training will start with California Laws and Penal Codes in handling a handgun. We further move into Proper Stance and Grip, Sight Alignment, Sight Picture and Trigger Control, 4-count draw, plus Range Safety Rules. You must bring your duty belt and duty handgun for requalifications.

The range portion of training will take place at Insights, 17020 Alburtis, Artesia, CA. All range fees, ammunition and firearms are included in the price of the class. Please bring a copy of your guard card and proof of citizenship which can include a birth certificate, passport, resident card, military identification card or DD Form 214.

This training will allow you to apply for your firearm permit and does not include BSIS application and live scan fees. Must register to attend.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

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