Question 1

Security Guard (Unarmed)

Accepted Answer

Initial Training Requirements:  8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training - A general introductory course. You must complete this course and submit a copy of the certificate issued to you with your security guard application.

16-Hour On-The-Job Training (OJT) - A course relevant to the duties of guards, requirements of the work site, and the needs of the employer. You must complete this training within 90 days of employment as a security guard. ​ Annual Training Requirement: 8-Hour In-Service Training - This course must be completed each year you hold a security guard registration. Your registration is issued for two years, therefore, you must complete two (2) In-Service training courses prior to your registration expiration to be eligible for renewal.

Question 2

Armed Security Guard

Accepted Answer

Initial Training Requirements:  8 Hour Pre-Assignment Training - A general introductory course. You must complete this course and submit a copy of the certificate issued to you with your security guard application.

16-Hour On-The-Job Training (OJT) - A course relevant to the duties of guards, requirements of the work site, and the needs of the employer. You must complete this training within 90 days of employment as a security guard.

47-Hour Firearms Training - You must possess a valid NYS Pistol Permit and security guard registration to enroll in this course. Upon successful completion of this course, submit a copy of the certificate with your application for an armed guard registration upgrade.    Annual Training Requirements: 8-Hour In-Service Training - This course must be completed each year you hold a security guard registration. Your registration is issued for two years, therefore, you must complete two (2) In-Service training courses prior to your registration expiration to be eligible for renewal.

8-Hour Annual Firearms Training - This course must also be completed each calendar year you hold an armed security guard registration. Your registration is issued for two years, therefore, you must complete two 8 Hour Annual Firearms training courses within your registration effective and expiration dates to be eligible for renewal.

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