BASIC SECURITY TRAINING (BST)
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About this course
Basic Security Training (BST) – Classroom
Sting’s Basic Security Training (BST) Course is the mandatory training required for those wishing to become licensed security professionals and work in the security industry in British Columbia, Canada. Sting is accredited #0113 by the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) to deliver Basic Security Training. The course consists of seven (7) specific units instructed in a classroom environment over a period of forty (40) hours or online through the myJIBC.ca.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THE BASIC SECURITY TRAINING (BST) COURSE?
Anyone who wants to work as a security professional in the private security industry in BC or in retail loss prevention or who would like to work as door-person (aka bouncer) or crowd controller in a licensed liquor establishment or events (hotel, bar, pub, nightclub) or in cannabis retail store should take the Basic Security Training (BST) course. You will learn the necessary skills and be qualified to work in the industry.
TOPICS
The Basic Security Training (BST) course is broken down into 6 units:
- Introduction to Security
- The Canadian Legal System
- Basic Security Procedures
- Communication Skills
- Documentation Skills
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Health and Safety
This course is only available in a classroom setting at this time (other than in-house).
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of the BST Course, participants will have a working knowledge of the Security Industry and will be able to do the following:
- Describe the specific roles and responsibilities of a Security Professional.
- Explain Federal and Provincial Legislation and Regulations in relation to the work of a Security Professional
- List and describe the knowledge and skill sets required to perform Basic Security Patrol duties.
- Understand and apply a professional and effective style of communication in order to manage and control incidents.
- Demonstrate exceptional proficiency and accuracy in note-taking and Security Report Writing.
- Understand and articulate the process of managing an Emergency Incident / Emergency Response.
- Maintain personal and professional safety and well being while working as a Security Professional.
Accreditation
Sting Executive Group International, Inc (0113) is a registered school and is accredited to deliver Basic Security Training (BST) in BC. This is the mandatory training required for a security licence in BC and is recognized by by the Security Programs Division-Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General.
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Take-Home Materials
- Basic Security Training Manual contact your trainer for a copy.
- BST Course Objectives
COST
Here is a breakdown of the costs:
- Basic Security Training (BST) is $295 includes $62 government exam fee.
- Fingerprints $89 including GST.
- Security Licence for a one-year licence is $120, 2 year is $180 and 3 year is $240. If you require assistance to apply for an elicence there is a $35 admin fee.
Once you are BST certified (complete the course/exam), you just renew licence. You do not have to take the course again.
Get Your Team Trained and Licensed
To book a course, check out our classroom schedule or contact us to book/schedule a a course at your location.
We provide resources and tools to help individuals pass the course, the government exam, obtain a security worker licence and get a job!
How to apply for a Security Licence in BC?
Individuals who wish to become a licenced security professional, must meet the requirements and apply for a security licence. Click here to learn more…
To learn more about security licensing in BC, Click here or contact us through the link below.
How to apply for a temporary (90-day) Security Licence?
Individuals who must start work right away have the opportunity to apply for a temporary licence while they complete their BST course. This is a temporary Security Guard Under Supervision and valid for 90-day term.
- Security Guard Under-Supervision Licensing Requirements PDF
- Security Guard Under-Supervision Application Form
How to book your BST Exam (click here)
Upcoming Classroom courses
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CONTACT US
Other Instructors:
CHARLENA RADIC
President and CEO - Instructor
KEITH BEST
Head of Security and Instructor
Syllabus
Basic Security Training (BST) course is broken down into 7 modules - Sting added a bonus Emergency Response Procedure unit.
Module 1 - Introduction to Security
Introduction to Security
Security is a growing industry all around the world. Police cannot be everywhere, so security is needed in society as well. Private industries everywhere employ security workers to protect their property, people and data. Security workers need to know the laws, cultures and people where they work to be able to provide effective security services for that society. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). Follow the process to become a licensed security guard in the province of BC. 2). Know the rules regarding equipment and uniforms under the Security Services Regulation. 3). Follow the behaviours listed in the Code of Conduct under the Security Services Regulation. 4). Describe ethical challenges for security workers. 5). Discuss how security workers use the priciples of equity, diversity and inclusion to guide their interactions with people. 6). Discuss unique rights of Indigenous Peoples. 7). Explain the process of complaints from the public.
Module 2 - The Canadian Legal System
The Canadian Legal System
Canada's legal system governs security workers in the same manner as everyone else. The rights you have as an individual are the same rights you have as a security worker when watching out for people and property. This module will examine those rights, as well as the legal authorities and limitations which you must follow in your work as a security worker. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). Explain the difference between public (police) and private (security guard) security. 2). Discuss Canadian human rights, and how sometimes competing rights may conflict. 3). Explain your duty to accommodate a guide dog or service dog on the property. 4). Discuss the purpose of provincial and federal laws relevant to security personnel. 5). Name the three types of offenses in Canada and give examples of each. 6). Explain your legal authority to restrict access, protect property, and to arrest people. 7). Explain the legal consequences for use of unnecessary force and give examples of how courts might interpret a security worker's actions or inactions.
Module 3 - Basic Security Procedures
Basic Security Procedures
Now that you have been introduced to the security industry and to the various pieces of legislation which guide your work, it is time to study how to perform your responsibilities on a day-to-day basis. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). Describe basic security procedures, including patrol procedures, observational skills, access control and shift related responsibilities. 2). Identify potential hazards at security sites and venues. 3). Explain the four basic steps for risk assessment, including safely applying force, when conducting an incident response. 4). Discuss why safety is a part of many security procedures.
Module 4 - Communication Skills
Communication Skills
Communication is key to your success as a security worker. Your ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of a security worker depends, in large part, on your communication skills. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). Describe effective verbal and non-verbal communication strategies for security workers. 2). identify strategies for effective verbal and non-verbal communication in situations where there are communication barriers. 3). Explain the importance of your appearance, attitude, and methods of communication which are free from bias, discrimination, or harassment. 4). Explain communication best practices when working with a partner. 5). Conduct an effective interview.
Module 5 - Documentation Skills
Documentation Skills
Your primary duties are to observe, report, and deter. Documenting and reporting are important ways you can help gather important facts. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). Explain the purposes of note taking and report writing by security personnel. 2). Describe the different types of reports. 3). Describe the legal implications of on-the-job reports. 4). Describe the appropriate content of reports.
Module 6 - Emergency Response Procedures
Emergency Response Procedures
The purpose of Module 6 is to reinforce the key behaviours for security personnel, which are: remain calm to de-escalate the situation, and respond to emergencies with your safety and the safety of others in mind. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). Identify the different types of potential emergencies. 2). Describe the elements of emergency response procedures. 3). Explain the roles of a security guard in emergency situations.
Module 7 - Health and Safety
Health and Safety
On the job, your personal safety is most important. By the end of this module, you will be able to: 1). List your rights and responsibilities for workplace health and safety. 2). Discuss strategies for dealing with the effects of shift work.