How to become an armed security guard 

Thank you for all this information, I'm gonna have to go through all this just to get out of my old job. But it will be worth it at the end no more pushing Carts for a grocery store.

I'm an armed security guard...my training was 4 weeks....defensive tactics...law....hand cuffing...Baton and OC spray training. Hand gun qualifications...to include low light shooting, and one hand shooting.

For anyone curious, this is the official range qualification setup. Stage 1 15 yards 6 rounds in 30 seconds *6 standing position Stage 2 7 yards 14 rounds in 45 seconds(includes 2 reloads) (load 6, 6 and 2) *6 standing position *8 kneeling position Stage 3 7 yards 6 rounds in 10 seconds (any position) Stage 4 7 yards 12 rounds in 25 seconds (includes reload) (load 6 and 6) *6 strong hand unsupported (reload and switch hands) *6 weak hand unsupported Stage 5 5 yards 6 rounds *3 rounds in 4 seconds (2 stages) Stage 6 3 yards 6 rounds *2 rounds in 3 seconds (3 stages) It is 50 rounds total. The shots all need to be in the A zones of the target, which is within the ring marked with a 7. It is not standard practice, but my instructor was a former sheriff's deputy, and therefore had us practice speed and tactical reloads. It is highly advisable that you get to know your firearm well, and take it to the range on your own to get comfortable with it beforehand so you're better prepared for the qualifications. You will need a holster for your weapon. It is also highly advisable to have a hard holster, with active retention because you never want to carry your firearm on duty in a passive retention holster. The gentleman in the video mentioned it being able to leave your post with the firearm on your person, and although this is absolutely the letter of the law, the spirit of the law is not the same. You can also take your firearm with you if you have an on duty lunch break. Where I live in CA, Law Enforcement pay little attention to you if you're in public and armed when in uniform. Even if you're picking up groceries after work. Talk with your local instructors and ask them about the armed guard climate in your area. It is also often not mentioned, but it is beyond advisable to ensure you have 1 magazine in the firearm and 2 spare magazines on your person. That's 3 magazines total. There is no stipulation saying you can't carry more, but 2 spares is the minimum recommended. When submitting your application, always do it online if you are able. It cuts down the process by 2 weeks on average. Also, Always submit your application FIRST and then your livescan (fingerprints) SECOND. If you reverse the order, they will send your application back as deficient. If anyone has any questions, or would like a link to the BSIS forms detailing all of this, just ask!

Good rundown, man. I initially thought hey this guy is gonna ramble disjointedly but you faked me out in a good way lol

I’ve been an unarmed security for about 9 months now I’m thinking of moving over to armed

Very informative video thank you so much for uploading. I can’t wait for the letter of eligibility so I can take the PSI physiological test, I’ve been waiting for some time I’m literally on the 90th day since my in class and range day and man it doesn’t help that this pandemic is still on going. Anyways right on for this video and I’m definitely subscribing to the channel and I look forward to more content from you.

thank you for sharing your experience how to become an armed security guard

Thank you for the video !! It’s extremely informative and made my anxiety level go down !!

Thank you so much for the information. Plus I would feel a little nervous. I am trying to go into security. I am becoming an arm security guard but I really appreciate you telling me the ins and outs of it. I overthink things too much I need to settle down. Thank you.

I'm working as a tactical response officer but the information im getting now its so 👌 🔥 💯 its like I'm in a class room for the first time..... ......great info my commander 👮‍♂️( hat off) salute

this was so helpful!! appreciate the info on the mental exam

Level 1 is a Watchman they monitor Security Camera's from a Control Room.

Just to let you know i AM way past 18 years old And i AM Glad that you told me about that.

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It seems pretty similar here in Texas. Might be more relaxed considering it's Texas. I don't know the details. I do hope I get picked for the position I applied for. Also thank you for your profession. Nobody has to do it, no odd has to be helpful or protect. But those of us that chose to are special. I use to be a lv2 security guard thar patrolled near a lv3s patrol area and was saved by his calm clear actions cus a crack head trespassed and ambushed me. The armed guard fired a warming shot whichever alerted both our partners and police where called. I was okay just bruised up and bloody even tho I'm a 6 foot 280lb guy back then. I was o. Eggshells all night cus we by no means was allowed to fight anybody even if it was self defense. I quite that job after I got hit by a car.

In Washington State, you absolutely can go about your business before and after work armed. We're an open carry state. You need to work on your stance. You should feel isometric force in your hands with your gun. Push and pull at the same time. Keep your dominate arm straight, rotate your shoulder, drop your opposite elbow. Half step back. Congratulations, you're in the weaver stance.

I advise anyone who wants to be a armed gaurd be prepared for things to go sideways an the heat an most companies dont want you to use it its basically for looks

Hey man I’ve been thinking about becoming an armed security . Unfortunately I am turning 19 this year but security has really caught my attention. So I came across your video and it really helped a lot. Where can I be able to take those classes here in California?

Appreciate you thanks for the information

I remember I worked at a company that didn't allow tactical vest because it 'looked intimidating' for some clients

Thank you, for the info

Well thank you sir it helped a lot

Thank you very much. You are good.

I appreciate the video. Thank you

i'm a unarmed security guard.. i am happy about that for now. i live in delaware we need to go to 14 hr classes, then take a state test, then go get fingerprinted and background checked then we get our security license

I had a Beretta M9 another good way to keep up on your skills in your off time pick up a decent C02 pistol and set up targets and practice

I got my non commissioned license about a year ago at 19 years old and right now I’m 20 trying to get my level 3 license. Here in Texas the age is 18 years old to be able to get the level 3 and found a school already but it’s limited so I should start in March. Hopefully everything goes well!

Good video 👍🏿💯

I'm starting my armed security and OC spray class next week 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

This is for California here in Tennessee you can go wherever you want that doesn't have a sign saying you can't have a firearm

Thanks for the info...

In texas, you can buy a handgun at 21 with a TXLTC, and you need to buy it with a private seller.

Great info

Good stuff bro I subscribe

So do you get your license to carry for the state in this class? Or you don't get a license?

Can I check the BSIS website from time to time to see if the armed status is there

Question When ur getting ur license through the company is the company gonna go n do it for you or u are gonna go?

Hi. I have a question. So I did the training, range time, initial application and live scan. Do I wait for the 16pf test or do I do that on my own? Thank you

I'm curious. Do you need to be vaccinated and required to have a vaccine card to find work in this industry? Are you guys affected at all? Thanks. I' m 40 by the way and looking to get into the industry. Thank you for your video. Massive help.

What certifications do I need to work at a Nuclear Power Plant Armed Guard? I currently have 4 years security experience as an unarmed guard and will be getting my Private Armed Guard License next month. Thanks.

Thanks!

Who provides the bullet proof vest and do you get to keep it

It really depends on the state I’m in az and you can get your armed guard card out here at 18. Large corporate businesses like allied universal loomis etc make it 21 but some smaller security companies will hire you at 18

Is there a minimum experience of unarmed security before you try to get armed..I'm about to submit my application soon of unarmed security

I’m know I’m late, but I’m about to go take my 16pf test (exposed FIREAMRS permit) the last step the psychological part basically. Any advice or tips ? Thanks !!!!

For Cali, can I do the firearm permit just with the 8 hour BSIS guard or do they require me to finish all 40 hours before I can do the firearm permit?

So when you say that they look out for those who are loners, are they looking for those who are willfully introverts and don't have any issues at all?

Through an act of legislation, security guards in New Jersey were renamed security officers.

Has the 14 hour coarse changed, to have qualifications im doing a 40 class to be certified or obtain a certificate to be a armed guard.

took a day for my permit that’s crazyyyy

Thank you

Good and informative thank you! Just wondering if theres a training facility you recommend?

Where did you do your training?

I’ll be taking my 40 hr gun course to get me FCC card / Tan card soon to become armed in my security company I was wondering what’s on the written test

I’m just getting into this Man I was military for 3 years and got let go general under honerable for drugs. You think this will be a problem ?

I got my permit # online first and I’m still waiting for my paperwork permit

Just took it 230 questions.. I passed I passed the classroom training I go to the range tomorrow when I pass what’s next. The school told me to bring a money order I guess for the Doj or BSIS and to bring my birth certificate.. so what’s next

I work with this guy. He is a coo dude!

In Ohio I’m a armed security officer and I’m 20 in July but also a medically discharged veteran

Do you have to be unarmed before armed in order to get the g license? I’m from Florida still trying to figure it out all these websites give you option to just take the g license alone but I just want to make sure

Hey bro, do you want to deal with canine dogs in the near future?

when they ask for armed guard positions, do you have to be certified for a gun first? or will you be certified later after getting the job? :/

uN armed guard here. i’m 19. i wanna become armed soon. where should i take a course

In ky you can become an armed guard at 18 without a ccw guard card or training

Can I be a armed security if I got a traffic ticket ? I’m in the process of joining

There's farming AG TRUCKS all over Arbuckle CA area with tinted windows on the front windows that kreep around my house they drive slow and show up at the oddest times. Why are there front windows tinted. One is a Dodge then my dad got a new work truck and his front windows are tinted.

Do you have to work as unarmed guard before , you can become armed guard

In Texas they (The police) literally don't care, nor is it against the law to stop at gas stations, or pick up food while in full uniform. As long as you're not shopping around like a Walmart with the duty belt, cause at that point you're not really traveling nor on the clock

Can you become an armed guard if you’ve already gotten your gun license? Or should you take the guard training first?

Can a gun permit get revoked and why?

Well I’m Utah you can actually conceal carry without a permit now

I had to do a polygraph for my armed here in VA

Do i need to work to get the license? I have a full certificate I finished the class and shooting class but still didn’t get the license

If, you have your license to carry would it really matter? If you went to a gas station after work.

I don’t trust doing online classes. Where or what physical location can I go in and take the class to get my guard card.

Is there a free training for an armed guard card

In texas a felony as long as it's non violent you can become a armed security guard 5years after the completion of the charge as long as you haven't been in any trouble since

in my state you have to be 18 to be a armed security guard

Great video

Do you have to have a gun prior to the class?

also what if i have face and hand tattoos?

Where would an armed guard be posted usually? What sort of sites are common for armed guards?

I know this video is old !!! But where did you apply for training

Excuse me, can i take the test in spanish ?

nowadays you have to take the psych exam before But i think the rest is the same. thanks

Hey man, thanks for your video I loved it. might have missed it, but is it required to have unarmed guard experience before applying for the armed guard certification? Thanks.

You use your own pistol? They don’t issue one to use?

How to become an armed security guard. Simple, take the useless state required class and then apply to a company. States that don’t have a workers permit/ security guard license, just apply to a company. Additional training would come from a company one works. Example, when I first got my license and worked county contracts. I had to do two weeks of in house training. Even though my license was six months fresh at the time. Security is not a hard gig and job to get. Anyone without a serious felony or misdemeanor, in most states, within the past five years can be a security guard, armed or unarmed. There is no difference between a security guard and an armed security guard or “officer” as many like to call themselves. Same thing. Only difference is one carries a sidearm and the other don’t. Does an armed guard have more powers and authority than an unarmed guard? No! Does an armed guard have arrest authority, other than a citizens arrest just like an unarmed guard or any other non sworn civilian? No! Is an armed guard a sworn and certified law enforcement officer and an unarmed guard isn’t? No! Does an armed guard have qualified immunities and an unarmed guard don’t? No! Can an armed guard pursue a criminal committing criminal acts off of their property and be covered by insurance and qualified immunity but an unarmed guard can’t? No! Does an armed guard have the authority to install red or blue emergency lights and run emergency traffic and an unarmed guard can’t? No! I can go on and on…. Becoming a security guard is not hard at all. There is not even a mental health or a physical fitness requirement. And there is no difference between a security guard that is armed and a security guard that is unarmed. We’re not police or any other form of law enforcement or anything of that nature. We’re just neighborhood watch committees but for specific properties only. That’s the reality of security guards. Both armed and unarmed.

Hey Man i became a commissioned security officer at 19 i think since i live in texas its a bit different

I have a interview for Gardaworld for a security job inside a bank. Do they provide bulletproof vest?

For approval in N.Y. it take 1 friggin year. No joke

Goals!!

Hey I did some research do I need a drivers license to join it said I can have either a drivers license or a state I’d and use there also any units that resolves like what kinda what the swat team does or something I’m looking at different jobs to join something with tactical units or security guards or something

Unfortunately, in my country it's not a big deal to become an armed guard as there is no proper check and balance, most of the companies are operating illegally, ignoring their employees by cutting their incentives

Is the written exam hard?

If you aren't armed are you allowed to leave and get food sometimes? Also, do you already have to know how to shoot a gun before you can get the gun job?

It’s called trigger control, breathing control, and natural point of aim.

Do you get peppered spray or tased when you become a armed security guard?

recommend any companies live in california

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