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MODULE 1: WELCOME & LICENSING PROCESS
You need to know the basics so that you can work safely and carry out your duties in a professional manner. This course covers all of the essential areas needed for this basic training.
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WELCOME TO YOUR ONTARIO SECURITY GUARD TRAINING COURSE!
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Domain Name and Hosting
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MODULE 2: INTRODUCTION TO THE PRIVATE SECURITY INDUSTRY
An overview of the duties, responsibilities and life of a Security Guard.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A SECURITY GUARD
01:00
QUALITIES OF A PROFESSIONAL SECURITY GUARD
02:15
MODULE 3: THE PRIVATE SECURITY AND INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES ACT AND MINISTRY CODE OF CONDUCT
Learn about the legislation that governs our business.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
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PSISA AND CODE OF CONDUCT
01:00
THE SECURITY GUARD LICENSE
02:15
AMBASSADOR FOR THE INDUSTRY
02:15
MODULE 4: BASIC SECURITY PROCEDURES
Learn the day to day challenges of being a licensed Security Guard!
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
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SURVEILLANCE AND PATROL TECHNIQUES
01:00
ACCESS CONTROL
00:00
CROWD CONTROL
02:15
TRAFFIC CONTROL
SHIFT HANDOVER PROCEDURES
DRUG EFFECTS
Security Guard
About Lesson

Individual licenses

In order to act as a Security Guard, the individual must hold the appropriate license under this Act, and must either be employed by a licensed business entity, a registered employer under Section 5, or the sole proprietor of a licensed business entity or is a partner in a licensed business entity.

Individuals now are responsible for ensuring they are working with a valid license. They must renew the license card as per the Ministry guidelines, and they are responsible for any fees associated with the licensing process. In addition, each individual licensee is responsible for ensuring that they are working for an employer registered and recognised by the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Licensing Requirements (subsection 10(1) of the PSISA)

The mandatory requirements to hold a Security Guard licence are:

  • Have completed the prescribed training and testing.
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Possess a clean criminal record, according to the Clean Criminal Record Regulation (See below for more information on the Clean Criminal Record Regulation).
  • Be legally entitled to work in Canada.

People who apply for a Security Guard licence will be required to show proof that they meet all of these requirements. If they are not eligible for a Security Guard licence, their application will not be processed.

Eligibility to Hold a Licence – Clean Criminal Record

For the purposes of subsection (1), a person possesses a “clean criminal record” if,

(a) the person has not been convicted of a prescribed offense under the Criminal Code (Canada), the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada) or any other Act of Canada; or

(b) the person has been convicted of such an offense and a pardon under the Criminal Records Act (Canada) has been issued or granted. 2005, c.34, s.10 (5).

Upon application for a license, the Private Security and Investigative Services Branch (PSISB) will need to review their file to determine if any restrictions should apply. The applicant may be given an opportunity to be heard in order to discuss their case.

Public Complaints

Members of the public may file a public complaint against any licensed individual or licensed company if they feel that a violation of the PSISA or its regulations has been committed.

Public complaints can lead to facilitation. As well, the PSISB may investigate the matter and as a result, charges may be laid against the licensee, a warning may be issued, or the licence may be revoked.

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