Our Security Training Courses Will Teach You What You Need
We all know that security is important for businesses, individuals, and more. If you are looking to start your training to become a Security Guard, our Security Training Courses right here in Antioch can give you the skills, confidence, knowledge, and specific training you need. You too can have the ability to protect others!
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Guard Card Certification Course
BSIS General Overview: Security Training
According to the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), California Security Officers with Registrations (guard cards) issued on or after July 1, 2004, must receive 40 hours of training as follows:
- 8 hours “Powers to Arrest” prior to an Officer standing post.
- 16 hours of training within 30 days of issuance of registration, 8 of which must consist of two four-hour courses from the mandatory modules and 8 of which must consist of elective courses.
- 16 hours of training within 6 months of issuance of registration, 8 of which must consist of the remaining two four-hour courses from the mandatory modules, and 8 of which must consist of elective courses.
Power to Arrest Course (Guard Card)
The Power to Arrest Course consists of four (4) hours of training in both of the following two (2) subjects:
A. Power to Arrest - 4 Hours
Objective: To familiarize and instruct the individual on the training topics delineated in the Business and Professions Code section 7583.7, including, without limitation, legal aspects, techniques, liability, and company requirements relating to the arrest of an individual. The training will utilize the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Power to Arrest Training Manual and may include lectures, discussion, exercises, and role-playing.
- Overview of Power to Arrest Manual and subject matter.
- Definition of arrest and discussion on the implications to the subject, the guard, and the company.
- Lecture/discussion on escalation and de-escalation techniques in the use of force.
- Lecture/discussion on the use of restraint techniques and their implications.
- Discussion of trespass laws and implications of enforcement.
- Completion of the Power to Arrest Training Manual Test with a 100% score in accordance with the Manual’s Administering Instructions.
B. Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) & Terrorism Awareness - 4 hours
Objective: To familiarize and instruct the individual on the subject matter and observation skills required to identify and report precursor activities to a terrorist event, react appropriately, report the occurrence of a terrorist event, and remain safe while helping control the scene after a terrorist event. The training will utilize the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Weapons of Mass Destruction & Terrorism Awareness for Security Professionals course consisting of a Digital Video Disk (DVD), Student Workbook, and Facilitator Manual.
- Introduction and overview of the training.
- The Role of a Security Officer.
- The Nature of Terrorism.
- Weapons of Mass Destruction.
- Coordinating and Sharing Critical Information.
COST = $135 per person
Mandatory Training
A. Public Relations (Community & Customer) - 4 Hours
- Recognizing Gender & Racial Harassment & Discrimination
- Respect:
- Stereotyping
- Attitude
- Verbal Skills / Crisis Intervention
- Introduction to Diversity
- Substance Abuse & Mental Illness
- Ethics & Professionalism
- Appearance
- Command Presence
- Proper Conduct
COST = $50 per course
B. Observation & Documentation - 4 hours
- Report Writing
- English as a Second Language
- Observation and Patrol Techniques
- Asking Appropriate Questions
- Observing Suspects / Suspicious Activity
COST = $50 per course
C. Communication and its Significance - 4 hours
- Internal
- Protocols Pursuant to Contract (Who to Contact & When)
- Radio / Monitors
- Other Technology
- External
- Emergency / First Responders
- Medical Personnel
- Police / Sheriff / Other Enforcement
- City Services / Government Services
COST = $50 per course
D. Liability / Legal Aspects - 4 hours
- Personal / Contractor / Employer
- Criminal, Civil, Administrative
- BSIS Code & Regulations
- Role of a Security Guard
COST = $50 per course
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Split Second Response is a BSIS Certified Training Facility: TFB1400 & TFF1672
