Armed Security Guard Training Requirements in Alaska

Employment as an armed security guard in the State of Alaska requires license application. The Department of Public Safety, issues these types of license, however the applicant should also secure firearms certification before being able to obtain it. Like in all other States, the applicants should comply with the basic requirements listed below.

•    The applicant should be at least 18 years of age. 
•    He or she must be a citizen of the United Stated or a legal resident alien. 
•    There should be no found records of felony convictions or acts of crime involving the applicant. 
•    He or she should be emotionally and mentally stable. 
•    The applicant should fully submit to a background check and should provide fingerprints to aid in the investigation. 
•    The applicant should be able to pass drug tests. 
•    He or she should acquire a driver’s license and a pistol permit issued by the state of Alaska. 
•    Applicants should complete 8 hours of basic pre-training course. 
•    Within the first 6 months of employment, the applicant should also complete 40 hours of in-service training. 

Application Information

Each applicant is required to fill-out a written form with specific information, evaluated by the Alaska Department of Public Safety.

•      General Information 

Covered here are the basic information about the applicant such as name, date and place of birth, social security number, residence address, telephone number and mailing address. Previous residence information for the past five years should also be listed. Military service information is also required if applicable, complete with the Branch, date of discharge and type of dismissal.

•      Employment 

History of employments for the past five years should be added on the list, whether it was a full-time or a part-time job. The applicant should also provide the names of past employers, address, dates and contact numbers.

•      Criminal History 

Records of felony convictions or crime related arrests during the ten years prior to the date of application should be provided. All information such as the charges, date, place and decision should not be left out; otherwise the Department will not accept the application.

Security Guard Training Course

The state requires applicants to complete a security guard training course involving the following:

•    The laws regarding different types of arrest 
•    The laws on search and seizure 
•    Responsibilities and duties to the client and employer 
•    How to deal with medical and fire emergencies 
•    Methods and patrol techniques 

Applicants for armed guard position are also required to complete another 8 hours of training regarding proper and legal use of firearms, handling of weapons, maintenance and safety. By the end of the course, a Firearms Training Certificate issued by the Department should be provided.

Armed security guard can find employments on local and private areas of the security sector such as private office buildings and government facilities.

Sources:

http://www.dps.state.ak.us/statewide/permitslicensing/docs/SecurityGuards/NewGuardApplication.pdf