How To Get Your Security Guard Firearm Permit in California

Security guard companies receive requests from clients for armed security guards. Armed guards provide a vital service in protecting people and property. The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) issues firearm permits to qualified applicants. Firearm Permit Requirements. BSIS requires applicants to complete criminal history background checks through the FBI and California DOJ. Applicants […]

California Security Guard Registration

The initial steps for registering to be a security guard in California are relatively easy. It takes about 60 days from the time the application is submitted to processing completion. First Steps. Before registering to become a licensed security guard in California you must be fingerprinted and pass an FBI background check. You will then […]

California Leads The Way With The Most Security Guards

The need for security guards is increasing. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 1.1 million security guards in the U.S. California leads the way with 166,660 guards. As commercial and residential crimes increase, expect growth in the security services sector to continue. Where Security Guards Work. Industries employing the most […]

Security Guard Training For Emergency Situations

A key component of security guard training is learning how to respond during an emergency. Whether the emergency is created by an earthquake, flood other natural disaster or the result of human activity, Being Prepared For The Worst. California’s Bureau of Security Investigative Services training guidelines include emergency response training for individuals seeking to become […]

What It Takes To Be A Successful Security Guard in California

To be a successful security guard in California requires intense and ongoing course training. Because of this security guard training, when serious and possibly life-threatening situations arise, guards will know how to respond appropriately. How To Start Security Guard Training. Candidates who want to become a security guard in California must first pass an initial […]

The Importance Of Security Guards

Security guards and their services have taken on greater importance during the past several years. The pandemic, the rising crime rate and the increase in homelessness have all led to businesses seeking added security. Security guards are in demand. Experience Counts. It takes commitment, dedication and experience to make a good security guard. It also […]

Security Guards: Unsung Heroes

Being a security guard requires lots of skills—both physical and mental. While much of a guard’s work is routine, there are times when split-second decisions must be made. In these cases, guards are called to step in to protect people or property. When Guards Become Heroes. Guards are placed in situations where there is a […]

Entry Level Security Guard Positions Open

Security guards are in demand. Entry-level security guard positions are available for newly licensed guards. Getting Licensed. In California, individuals with a high school diploma or equivalent and who pass FBI and Department of Justice background checks can become security guards after completing a state-certified eight-hour training course. Once completed, the state issues the individual […]

Security Guards Needed Now More Than Ever

  With the recent violence in California and around the country, security guards are needed now more than ever. Guards are on the frontline preventing criminal activity and saving the lives of those they are assigned to protect. The Right Stuff. Not everyone has the right temperament and physical ability to be a security guard. […]

Need For Security Guards On The Rise

When crime increases, businesses feel vulnerable. That’s when business owners seek security solutions including the addition of security guards to keep their employees and customers safe. This demand is triggering an increased need for more trained security guards. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were over 140,000 security guards in California in […]

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