Firearm Training

Firearm training and certification are essential for any security officer seeking to
enhance their skills and broaden their service capabilities. Peralta Associates and
Defense provides comprehensive training programs at basic, intermediate, and
advanced levels, equipping security professionals with the knowledge and expertise
needed to excel as armed officers.

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Overview

PART 1

Registration

  • Administration
  • Laws and Regulations for issuing a firearms permit

Moral and Legal Aspects

  • Laws regarding possession and carrying of firearms
  • Shooting Incidents
  • Effects of firearms use

Firearms Nomenclature, Maintenance

  • The revolver and semi-automatic, ammunition, parts and nomenclature
  • Firearms safety, general

Appropriate Use of Force

  • Legal standards for use of force
  • Objectively reasonable use of force
  • Duty to intercede
  • Use of force review and analysis
  • De-escalation and interpersonal communications
  • Implicit and explicit bias and cultural competency as defined in section 631
  • Skills, including de-escalation techniques, to effectively and safely interact with people
  • Use of Force Scenarios
  • Mental Health Policing
  • Active Shooter Situations

Examination

PART II

Range Training 

  • Weapon Handling
  • Weapon Fundamentals
  • Loading/Unloading
  • Proper Positions
  • Grip
  • The Draw
  • Shooting Fundamentals

Range Preparations

Range Training

  • Instructions
  • Drawing and holstering 
  • Dry firing 
  • Loading and reloading procedures

Range Qualification

Our Programs

The BSIS requires an entire 40-hours of training.

Our Certifications

To be eligible for a BSIS Firearms Permit, applicants must:

  • be a citizen of the United States or have permanent legal immigration status (BPC Sections 7542.2, 7583.23, and 7596.3); and 
  • be at least 21 years of age (BPC Sections 7542.2, 7583.23, and 7596.3); and  
  • not be banned from owning or possessing any firearm pursuant to State or Federal Law (BPC Sections 7542.3, 7583.24, 7583.25, and 7596.8); and 
  • be a licensed Private Investigator, Qualified Manager of a Private Investigator, Private Patrol Operator, Qualified Manager of a Private Patrol Operator, Alarm Company Operator, Qualified Manager of an Alarm Company Operator or be a registered Security Guard or Alarm Agent with BSIS (BPC Sections 7542.2, 7583.23, and 7596); and must 
  • complete a criminal history background check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the California Department of Justice (DOJ) (BPC Sections 7542.2, 7583.23, 7583.24, and 7596.8); and 
  • complete and submit the Firearms Permit Initial Application1 to the Bureau 
  • complete the required training courses, including passing all required examinations and qualifications (BPC Sections 7542.2, 7583.22, 7583.23, 7596 and California Code of Regulations Title 16, Division 7, Section 635); and 
  • pay the initial application fee2 (Title 16, California Code of Regulations, Section 640). 
  • pass an assessment, if applicable, within the six months preceding the date the application is submitted to the Bureau (BPC Sections 7583.23 and 7583.47).

Visit https://www.bsis.ca.gov/firearmsassessment/ for additional information on the firearms assessment. 1 https://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/fq_initial.pd

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Master your firearm skills with confidence by learning from top-tier professionals. As a security officer, excellence in your profession is paramount, and that includes proficient firearm handling, accurate shooting, and secure storage. Don’t settle for the bare minimum at any training facility and join us to receive comprehensive instruction from experienced, qualified trainers who are dedicated to your success.

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