BSIS Firearm Written Exam V2 | 100 out of 100| Updated 2026–2027 | Complete Questions & Verified Answers | Grade A

BSIS Firearm Written Exam V2 | 100 out of 100| Updated 2026–2027 | Complete Questions & Verified Answers | Grade A 2026 / 2027 Academic Year Q: 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? Q: 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% Q: 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. Q: What are the carry conditions for firearms Answer It must be fully loaded, factory loaded , company approved ammunition and the right caliber for the firearm. Q: What are the acts relating to a security officer Answer Crimes Act 1958 Section 462A (justification of use of force. Crimes Act 1958 Section 458 (Powers of arrest). Q: Powers of arrest: what are the words of justification Answer He finds commitment any offence. Q: What is the Crimes Act 1958 Section 462A: JUSTIFICATION USE OF FORCE (word for word) Answer A person may use such for not disproportionate to the objective as he believes on reasonable grounds to be necessary to prevent the commission, continuance or completion of an indictable offence or to effect or assist in effecting the lawful arrest of a person committing or suspected of committing any offence. Q: What are the two most important words of 462A Answer NOT disproportionate, meaning not extreme or excessive. Q: What is an indictable offence Answer It is a serious offence and may be trialed in front of a judge or jury. Q: What are the 3 considerations/ justifications for the use of firearms Answer Security, don't move. 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. Q: What is the acceptable challenge when challenging an offender Q: 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. Q: 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 Level: the use of potential lethal force (Firearm) Q: What must be the threat to life Answer To stop the real and impending threat to life. Not to kill. Answer The threat to life must be REAL IMPENDING. No doubt. Q: What should be the intentions when shooting/using your firearms Q: 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. Q: When drawing a firearms Answer Don't draw your firearm if there is any doubt. Q: What is the justification for multiple shots Answer You engage the offender who poses the most immediate threat to life and continue that action until the threat is removed. Answer The real and impending threat to life continued after firing the proceeding shot and required subsequent shots to stop the offence. Q: What is the assessment after firing each shot Answer Evaluate if the real and impending threat to life continues. Q: What is the process for multiple offenders Q: When can you fire a legal warning shot Answer Warning shots cannot be fire under any legal circumstances. Q: What are the main reasons warning shots are not permitted Answer Safety: You are responsible for the projectile shot. Legally: the coroner's ruling. Q: When can you talk to media Answer Only with written permission from police and your employer. Q: What is the most important aspect of firearm handling Answer Safety is the most important part of handling a firearm. Q: What is a safe direction Answer Safe direction is a direction that if a firearm was to discharged: 1. No loss of life 2. No injury to another person 3. Minimal damage to property. Q: How should a firearm be passed Answer Butt forward, open /locked back, empty and muzzle pointing in a safe direction. Q: What are the main two considerations you would not dry-firing your firearm Answer 1. It may cause metal fatigue. 2. It may still be loaded Q: What 2 consideration why you wouldn't dry fire your firearm Answer 1. Causes metal fatigue 2. It may not be empty/ May still be loaded Q: Under Section 139 of the Firearms Act: How much notification is required for a change of address Answer Within 7 days. Q: Under Section 140: of the Firearms Act: How much notification for a loss or stolen firearm Answer Within 24 hours Q: Section 132: A person must not carry or use a firearm whilst_____________of intoxicating liquor or drug Answer Under the influence Answer 1. Can be concealed about the person or 2. Capable of being raised and fired by one hand or Q: You are not permitted to carry or use a firearm until your Answer BAC returns 0.000% Q: Definition of a firearm - Handgun 3. Does not exceed 65cm in length Q: What are the Storage requirements of a handgun Answer Locked Steel safe not easily penetrable Ammunition locked in a separate container away from the safe containing the firearm. Q: What are the carry conditions for a firearm on duty Answer Fully loaded with company approved, factory loaded ammunition of the correct caliber for the firearm being used. Q: How is the caliber determined Answer By the width of the bullet. Q: What are the 5 key words when effecting an arrest Answer He finds committing any offence. Q: Give for reasons for effecting an arrest Answer 1. Continuance of the offence 2. Appearance before the court 3. Preserve public order 4. Safety of public or offender Q: What is the acronym CAPS stand for Answer Continuance of the offence Appearance before the court Preserve public order Safety of public or offender What is 462A in normal terms Answer Any person in Victoria may use non excessive/extreme force if he/she believes on reasonable grounds it will stop a serious crime. Force can also be used to arrest or help someone arrest a person committing or suspected of committing any offence. Define not Disproportionate Answer Not Excessive /Not Extreme What is an indictable offence Answer A serious offence/crime When can a security officer legally permitted to use his firearm in self defence Answer Real and impending threat. What is the sole intention when discharging a firearm Answer To stop a real and impending threat to life Why will multiple shots be required Give at least 3.? Answer 1. Officer may miss the target 2. More than one subject 3. Shot placement has no affect on the subject 4. The subject experienced an adrenaline dump 5. The subject is under influence of drugs 6. The subject is wearing ballistic vest 7. The subject is protected by clothing and items (Book, watch in pocket) 8. The ammunition used is ineffective at stopping the subject. To make sure Gun is fully unloaded Check? Answer Physically inspect Chamber and Magazine Well Accidental Discharge? Answer Mechanical malfunction Why do we roll gun 90 degrees? Answer To keep it consistent to malfunction clearing Sight alignment Answer Shooters eye, rear sight, front sight Combat Functions Answer Clearing malfunctions and reloading Safe Muzzle Direction Answer Down Range and Low Ready PC for Criminal Storage of a firearm Answer 25100 Only people allowed to modify weapons? Answer LAPD armory For personal handguns? Answer LAPD armory has to inspect it, must be an approved gun Negligent Discharge Answer An unintentional discharge resulting from a violation of the safety rules. Sight Picture Shooters eye, Rear Sight, Front Sight, Target Followthrough Continuation of all 7 Marskmanship How many mags loaded on person at all times? 3 mags Administrative function Chamber check Pistol Malfunction Unexpected interruption of firing sequence and can be quickly corrected by shooter 7 Elements of Marksmanship 1. Stance 2. Grip 3. Sight alignment 4. Sight picture 5. Breath control 6. Trigger control 7. Follow through 4 Firearms Safety Rules? 1. All guns are always loaded 2. Never allow the muzzle to cover anything you are not willing to shoot 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are aligned on the target and you intend to shoot 4. Be sure of your target Trigger control Taking in the slack smoothly to achieve Suprise break Where should gun be? Holster, Down range on target, low ready/close contact Where can gun be if being transported? Trunk, center console if locked Pistol allowed to be loaded when? Only while on the range with an instructor