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Local laws may differ. Some places armed private security is allowed, some places it isn't. If it is allowed by law, the particular security company policy will determine if a guard is armed. Usually guards are armed if they are transporting items of high value such as cash deposits.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoA security guard can carry a gun depending on which state he or she is in. In California, a security guard is only allowed to carry a can of pepper spray.
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Why security guard carry a gun?
For defence of personnel and property.
Can a security Guard carry a tazor or stun gun?
Most can. It depends on their particular state restrictions.
What capacity gun magazines can a security guard carry?
It all depends on your classification with the company that you work for.
Do most security jobs require you to carry a gun?
No all security jobs require you to carry a gun. Some security jobs at the department malls or schools actually forbid people from carrying guns. Most security jobs are what people call "flashlight cops." They usually only carry a flashlight and keys, no gun. There are armed security guard positions though.
What type of training does a security guard need?
A security guard does not need very much training. It typically just takes one class during a semester to get what you need. Unless you carry a gun then you need gun training.
Are security guards allowed to carry guns?
A typical security guard is not allowed to carry a gun. There are security guards that carry guns, but they must get additional permits and training for this. Guards without guns can do what is called a private arrest. Security guards with guns generally work for the government, military, casinos or some other money bearing entity.
Can UK security guards carry a baton?
Yes the security cards can carry a baton but mostly a gun
Should church security carry a firearm?
Church security should carry a firearm within the same parameters as any security guard. Most security jobs have the possibility of involving use of force, and if the security guard has to defend his life, having a gun would be a great advantage. If you mean should they carry firearms because they are at a church, being at a church does not preclude the possibility of needing to defend your life. Also, the Bible says in a couple of places that self defense is acceptable.
Is homeland security allowed to carry a gun?
Depends on what your job is in Homeland Security.
California Security guard carry gun to work?
It is my understanding that a California Security Guard is allowed to carry their firearm to and from their place of employment. However, I would encourage Guards to not travel in uniform when leaving work, therefore negating the ability to carry their firearm. Wearing a uniform give the impression of authority and even police officers have been killed off duty when wearing their uniform.
What are the firearm requirements for a gun to carry for an on duty armed security guard?
There is no one answer, since rules and regulations are different in different places. Without knowing the place, not possible to answer. Sorry-
Do security guard jobs require the person to carry a firearm?
The rules on whether security guards are required to carry guns varies from state to state and job to job. When applying for a job as a security guard you will be able to find out if this is a requirement of that particular role.
