BSIS Training Manual | Actual Exam Questions & 100%
Correct Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Security
Certification Exam Prep
1. What must security guards carry at all times while on duty?
Identification tag
Pepper spray
Batons
License and uniform
2. What is the requirement for security guards regarding live ammunition during
qualifications?
Security guards must use only blank ammunition during qualifications.
Security guards must use live ammunition during qualifications.
Security guards can use dummy ammunition during qualifications.
Security guards do not need to use any ammunition during
qualifications.
3. Describe the significance of PC 29800 in relation to firearm possession for
security guards.
PC 29800 details the penalties for improper use of firearms by
security guards.
PC 29800 establishes the training requirements for security guards in
firearm handling.
PC 29800 provides guidelines for the use of non-lethal weapons by
security guards.
, PC 29800 outlines legal restrictions on firearm possession for
certain individuals, impacting security guard qualifications.
4. Unless otherwise required the minimum passing percentage for annual
firearms proficiency qualification is for each weapon.
75
85
80
70
5. Which of the following is a key distinction between criminal liability and civil
liability in the context of privacy law violations?
Criminal liability is enforced by private parties, while civil liability is
enforced by government authorities
Criminal liability involves violations of state laws, while civil liability
involves violations of federal laws
Criminal liability is based on negligence, while civil liability is based on
intent
Criminal liability requires a higher standard of proof, while civil
liability requires a lower standard of proof
6. If a retired peace officer has a history of felony convictions, how might this
affect their firearm possession rights according to the BSIS Training Manual?
They would need to apply for a special permit to carry firearms.
They would still be allowed to possess firearms without any
restrictions.
Their firearm possession rights would likely be restricted due to
legal prohibitions on firearm ownership for felons.
, They would be exempt from all firearm regulations.
7. If a security guard's firearm permit expires while on duty, what should the
guard do to comply with regulations?
The guard should cease carrying the firearm and notify their
supervisor.
The guard should ask a colleague to carry the firearm for them.
The guard should continue carrying the firearm until the end of the
shift.
The guard should apply for a new permit while still carrying the
firearm.
8. What does the abbreviation PC stand for in the context of PC 29800?
Police Code
Property Code
Public Code
Penal Code
9. Describe the implications of the legal restrictions on firearm possession for
security guards as outlined in the BSIS Training Manual.
All security guards must pass a psychological evaluation to carry
firearms.
Only security guards with a clean record can work in unarmed
positions.
Security guards with felony or certain misdemeanor convictions
cannot legally possess firearms, affecting their eligibility for armed
positions.
Security guards are allowed to possess firearms regardless of their
criminal history.
, 10. What is the legal code that outlines the violent crimes prohibiting firearm
possession for life?
PC 12021
PC 29800
PC 29905
PC 245
11. Under the private security and investigative services act, 2005, a security
guard is required by law to carry:
Handcuffs and baton
Notebook
None of the above
A security license
12. In what ways are officers prohibited from using firearms?
firing warning shots
firing at fleeing suspects that aren't an imminent threat
firing at suspects who are only a threat to themselves (ex. suicide)
all of the above
13. According to Chapter 217, Rule 218.9, Continuing Firearms Proficiency
Requirements, requires each peace officer or firearm certified jailer that it
employs to successfully complete the current firearms proficiency
requirements at least each calendar year for each type of firearm
carried.
once
quarterly
Correct Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Security
Certification Exam Prep
1. What must security guards carry at all times while on duty?
Identification tag
Pepper spray
Batons
License and uniform
2. What is the requirement for security guards regarding live ammunition during
qualifications?
Security guards must use only blank ammunition during qualifications.
Security guards must use live ammunition during qualifications.
Security guards can use dummy ammunition during qualifications.
Security guards do not need to use any ammunition during
qualifications.
3. Describe the significance of PC 29800 in relation to firearm possession for
security guards.
PC 29800 details the penalties for improper use of firearms by
security guards.
PC 29800 establishes the training requirements for security guards in
firearm handling.
PC 29800 provides guidelines for the use of non-lethal weapons by
security guards.
, PC 29800 outlines legal restrictions on firearm possession for
certain individuals, impacting security guard qualifications.
4. Unless otherwise required the minimum passing percentage for annual
firearms proficiency qualification is for each weapon.
75
85
80
70
5. Which of the following is a key distinction between criminal liability and civil
liability in the context of privacy law violations?
Criminal liability is enforced by private parties, while civil liability is
enforced by government authorities
Criminal liability involves violations of state laws, while civil liability
involves violations of federal laws
Criminal liability is based on negligence, while civil liability is based on
intent
Criminal liability requires a higher standard of proof, while civil
liability requires a lower standard of proof
6. If a retired peace officer has a history of felony convictions, how might this
affect their firearm possession rights according to the BSIS Training Manual?
They would need to apply for a special permit to carry firearms.
They would still be allowed to possess firearms without any
restrictions.
Their firearm possession rights would likely be restricted due to
legal prohibitions on firearm ownership for felons.
, They would be exempt from all firearm regulations.
7. If a security guard's firearm permit expires while on duty, what should the
guard do to comply with regulations?
The guard should cease carrying the firearm and notify their
supervisor.
The guard should ask a colleague to carry the firearm for them.
The guard should continue carrying the firearm until the end of the
shift.
The guard should apply for a new permit while still carrying the
firearm.
8. What does the abbreviation PC stand for in the context of PC 29800?
Police Code
Property Code
Public Code
Penal Code
9. Describe the implications of the legal restrictions on firearm possession for
security guards as outlined in the BSIS Training Manual.
All security guards must pass a psychological evaluation to carry
firearms.
Only security guards with a clean record can work in unarmed
positions.
Security guards with felony or certain misdemeanor convictions
cannot legally possess firearms, affecting their eligibility for armed
positions.
Security guards are allowed to possess firearms regardless of their
criminal history.
, 10. What is the legal code that outlines the violent crimes prohibiting firearm
possession for life?
PC 12021
PC 29800
PC 29905
PC 245
11. Under the private security and investigative services act, 2005, a security
guard is required by law to carry:
Handcuffs and baton
Notebook
None of the above
A security license
12. In what ways are officers prohibited from using firearms?
firing warning shots
firing at fleeing suspects that aren't an imminent threat
firing at suspects who are only a threat to themselves (ex. suicide)
all of the above
13. According to Chapter 217, Rule 218.9, Continuing Firearms Proficiency
Requirements, requires each peace officer or firearm certified jailer that it
employs to successfully complete the current firearms proficiency
requirements at least each calendar year for each type of firearm
carried.
once
quarterly
