ASSERTIVE / PLANNING PERSPECTIVE
Start with the Duties
Most assignments are defined by what officers do: access control, observation, patrol rounds and reporting. Many of those duties are performed by unarmed officers. Armed coverage is considered where the risk assessment, the assets on site or the client's policies call for it.
Understand the Licensing
In California, security guards must be registered with the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), and an armed guard must also hold a BSIS firearms permit. The company employing them must hold a private patrol operator license. Assertive is a BSIS-licensed private patrol operator, PPO #16736.
Weigh the Environment
Consider who uses the property, how public it is, your insurance requirements and your organization's policies on weapons. A visible unarmed presence can suit customer-facing environments; armed coverage changes the character of a post and should be a deliberate decision.
Discuss It with Your Provider
This article is general information, not legal advice. Discuss your site with our team, and with your counsel or insurer where policy questions arise. Every assignment is priced by phone after scope review.
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Start with a Conversation.
Share your environment and requirements with our team. Coverage, responsibilities, and availability are agreed for each assignment, and pricing is discussed by phone after scope review.
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