8 Hour Annual In-Service Training

This course is designed by the NY State Division of Criminal Justice, Security Guard Program. Armed Guards must complete this course annually. It includes 3 hours of classroom refresher on the Use of Force followed by a written examination, and 5 hours of weapons qualification which includes a proficiency examination.• Two examinations are required for successful completion of the 8 Hour Annual Firearms Training Course for Armed Security Guards. Students must pass the written Use of Force/Deadly Physical Force Examination. Fire one qualifying course of fire with either a duty type semi-automatic pistol or duty type revolver. Students currently employed as armed security guards must train and qualify with the handgun(s) they are authorized to carry in the performance of their duties utilizing service/duty ammunition.