BSIS Exposed Firearm Initial

The BSIS Expose Firearm Permit course is for those who want to work as an armed security guard. Students must pass a psychological exam and provide proof of citizenship or legal residency before course participation!

The California Private Security Industry is governed by laws enacted by the California Legislature and contained in the California Business and Professions Code. These laws are known as the Proprietary Security Services Act and the Private Security Services Act and can be found at www.bsis.ca.gov. The Legislature included laws to ensure that armed Security Guards obtain minimum training on carrying and using a firearm.

The firearm training course is designed to teach students basic technical aspects and legal responsibilities inherent in carrying and using a firearm. Knowing how and when to use a firearm to save your life and others and what to do after a shooting.
 
To obtain a Firearm Qualification while working as a security guard, the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services has developed a specific course for training on the moral and legal aspects of carrying a firearm, de-escalation of potentially violent situations, knowledge of the various parts of a firearm, and how to properly handle a firearm.
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Requirements For Issuance Of Initial Firearms Permit

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 Application 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 fee (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 bsis.ca.gov/firearmsassessment for additional information on the firearms assessment.
Required Training Courses

Firearms Assessment Information Bulletin

NOTE: Effective January 1, 2022, an individual must pass the assessment before submitting a Firearms Permit Initial Application. Applicants for a BSIS Firearms Permit must complete the following training:

    • Power to Arrest Applicants must complete training in the power to arrest. The training may be administered by a Bureau-approved firearms or baton training facility or an organization or school approved by the Bureau. Security Guards may also obtain the training from their employing PPO or from Bureau-approved trainers. Applicants may verify a licensed PPO or training facility by accessing the Verify a License page on the Bureau’s website. To confirm if an organization or school is approved by the Bureau to administer the training, email bsis@dca.ca.gov.
    • BSIS Firearms Training and Qualifications Applicants must complete the Course of Firearms Training (CCR Section 635) at a Bureau-approved Firearms Training Facility, from a Bureau-approved Firearms Training Instructor, and pass the written examination and range qualifications. Applicants must qualify with the caliber of weapon that will be carried while on duty. For information on Bureau-approved Firearms Training Facilities, visit the Verify a License page available on the Bureau’s website. The BSIS Firearms Training Manual is also available on the Bureau’s website.
  • BSIS Permit for Exposed Firearm Fees. Ammunition is NOT INCLUDED in the course price.

Restrictions

Students must pass a psychological exam before taking the class. Only people who are licensed or are in the process of being licensed by BSIS can take this course. Additionally, the student can not be prohibited from owning, possessing, or being around firearms, ammunition, and/or accessories to a firearm.
 
Prerequisite: Students must pass a physical exam and must process a valid guard card or be in the process of obtaining one. 
 
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BSIS Expose Firearm initial course

The BSIS (Bureau of Security and Investigative Services) Exposed Firearm Course is a training program designed to educate and certify individuals who wish to carry and use firearms as part of their duties in security-related professions in the state of California. This is an initial 2-day, 14-hour course to obtain an exposed firearm for private security guards. 8 hours classroom, 6 hours range. The price does not include the range rental fee and ammo. $40 admin fee for each additional caliber.

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BSIS Expose Firearm fees

Live fire Expose Firearm Test and Requlificaitons                                                    Price
Firearms course, initial, 1 caliber                                                                      $140.00
Firearms course, initial, 2 calibers                                                                    $180.00
Firearms course, initial, 3 calibers                                                                    $220.00
Each additional caliber after 3 calibers                                                           $40.00
                            Range fee (est. $40), firearm rental (set. $10), and ammo (50 rounds, est. $50)                                                     
  • BSIS License Fees
Firearms Permit (FQ)Fee
Initial
$100
Renewal
$118
Replacement Certificate
$25
Firearms Assessment (16pf)
Paid directly to PSI Services, LLC (PSI)
$60
  • Live Scan Fees (Background Check) for Exposed Firearm PermitApplicants must submit fingerprints electronically using Live Scan. Fees are paid to the Live Scan operator.
Item
Fee
Department of Justice (DOJ) Fingerprint Fee
$32.00
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprint Fee
$17.00
Firearm Eligibility Application Fee
$38.00
Live Scan Operator Fees
(set by Live Scan operator)
Variable
Total
$87.00
+
Variable

Duration of class: 16 hours in class, 4 hours range

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