California BSIS Firearms Training Presentation Materials

For California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Licensed Facilities

This training material is intended for use as part of an instructor-led course in accordance with the California Business and Professions Code. This material may be used exclusively by BSIS-licensed security guard trainers in approved and licensed training facilities or by licensed private or proprietary security guard agencies or business providers.

Updated for 2023

This downloadable digital package includes:

• Complete PowerPoint slide decks for BSIS Firearms Training Manual
• BSIS Firearms Training Manual (official pdf)
• Handouts (pdf)
  • Security Incident Card
  • Training Record form
  • Student survey
  • Use of Force Ladder
  • Qualifications Chart
  • Firearms Fact Scheet (2022-01)
• Forms (pdf)
  • DOJ Firearms Qualification BCIA 4040 (1995-01)
  • Firearms Application Initial (2022-01)
  • Firearms Application Renewal (2021-10)
  • FQ Exam Answer Sheets (2024-05)

Firearms Answer Keys

There are two (2) different versions of the Firearms Examination (A and B).

The most recent and up-to-date training manuals are available on the Bureau's website at https://bsis.dca.ca.gov/resources.shtml under the Training Materials section of the Company Resources table.

The the Firearm Training Final Examination Answer Keys can be obtained by emailing FacilitiesandInstructors.dca@dca.ca.gov. Your email must include your name and training facility/instructor license number and phone number. The Bureau will confirm the requester's authorization to receive the examinations and answer keys.

Baton Manual Answer Key

• Digital files will be made available for download after purchase. You will receive and email from our system with a download link within a few hours.

• NOTE: All training materials are subject to our Licensing Agreement.

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