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BSIS Firearm Written Exam – Test Bank – 2026/2027 –
Complete Questions and Answers for
Certification||Newest Exam!!
What are the two most important words of 462A - Answer-
NOT disproportionate, meaning not extreme or excessive.
What are the 2 de-escalation phases - Answer-Hey, we
don't need these problems, do we?
Hey, neither of us need to get hurt, what do you say?
Drugs and alcohol. Section 132 firearms phrases x2 -
Answer-Do not handle firearms under the influence of drug
and alcohol. BAC level MUST BE 0.000%
What are the storage requirements for firearms and
ammunition - Answer-Handguns must be stored in a 6mm
steel locked safe and ammunition must be stored in a
separate lockable container away from the firearm.
What is an indictable offence - Answer-It is a serious
offence and may be trialed in front of a judge or jury.
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What are the 3 considerations/ justifications for the use of
firearms - Answer-1. Innocent persons are not in danger.
2. As a last resort.
3. In a reasonable self defence or defence of another
person where there is a real and impending threat to life.
What is the acceptable challenge when challenging an
offender - Answer-Security, don't move.
What are the procedures when you are challenged by
police - Answer-1. Do not move.
2. Slowly turn your head toward the challenge to see if it is
real.
3. Identify yourself as a security officer and follow
commands.
What is the use of force continuum - Answer-Level 1:
Officer presence/Identification.
Level 2: Communication skills.
Level 3: a) soft empty hand b) hard empty hand
Level 4: a) soft filled hand b) hard filled hand
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Level: the use of potential lethal force (Firearm)
What must be the threat to life - Answer-The threat to life
must be REAL IMPENDING. No doubt.
What should be the intentions when shooting/using your
firearms - Answer-To stop the real and impending threat to
life. Not to kill.
What are the justification and investigations - Answer-
Humanity. Act with benevolence and kindness, not set to
hurt.
Caution: take care to avoid harm to others.
Prudence: Common sense, wisdom, good judgement and
mindful of consequences.
When drawing a firearms - Answer-Don't draw your firearm
if there is any doubt.
What is the justification for multiple shots - Answer-The
real and impending threat to life continued after firing the
proceeding shot and required subsequent shots to stop
the offence.
BSIS Firearm Written Exam – Test Bank – 2026/2027 –
Complete Questions and Answers for
Certification||Newest Exam!!
What are the two most important words of 462A - Answer-
NOT disproportionate, meaning not extreme or excessive.
What are the 2 de-escalation phases - Answer-Hey, we
don't need these problems, do we?
Hey, neither of us need to get hurt, what do you say?
Drugs and alcohol. Section 132 firearms phrases x2 -
Answer-Do not handle firearms under the influence of drug
and alcohol. BAC level MUST BE 0.000%
What are the storage requirements for firearms and
ammunition - Answer-Handguns must be stored in a 6mm
steel locked safe and ammunition must be stored in a
separate lockable container away from the firearm.
What is an indictable offence - Answer-It is a serious
offence and may be trialed in front of a judge or jury.
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What are the 3 considerations/ justifications for the use of
firearms - Answer-1. Innocent persons are not in danger.
2. As a last resort.
3. In a reasonable self defence or defence of another
person where there is a real and impending threat to life.
What is the acceptable challenge when challenging an
offender - Answer-Security, don't move.
What are the procedures when you are challenged by
police - Answer-1. Do not move.
2. Slowly turn your head toward the challenge to see if it is
real.
3. Identify yourself as a security officer and follow
commands.
What is the use of force continuum - Answer-Level 1:
Officer presence/Identification.
Level 2: Communication skills.
Level 3: a) soft empty hand b) hard empty hand
Level 4: a) soft filled hand b) hard filled hand
, 3|Page
Level: the use of potential lethal force (Firearm)
What must be the threat to life - Answer-The threat to life
must be REAL IMPENDING. No doubt.
What should be the intentions when shooting/using your
firearms - Answer-To stop the real and impending threat to
life. Not to kill.
What are the justification and investigations - Answer-
Humanity. Act with benevolence and kindness, not set to
hurt.
Caution: take care to avoid harm to others.
Prudence: Common sense, wisdom, good judgement and
mindful of consequences.
When drawing a firearms - Answer-Don't draw your firearm
if there is any doubt.
What is the justification for multiple shots - Answer-The
real and impending threat to life continued after firing the
proceeding shot and required subsequent shots to stop
the offence.
