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British Columbia Security Law and Trespass Course 2026

This course is for security guards in British Columbia. It covers the Security Services Act and Regulation, the rules for licences, uniforms, vehicles and equipment, BC's Trespass Act, and arrest and use of force under the Criminal Code. It does not replace Basic Security Training.

  • Curso
  • Columbia Británica
  • 25 preguntas
  • Revisado el 12 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

Este curso gratuito tiene unos 20 minutos de lecciones y un test de 25 preguntas. Con un 80 % o más puedes descargar un certificado de finalización (privado, no acreditado). Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 12 de octubre de 2026.

Empieza por las leccionesBritish Columbia Security Law and Trespass Course: Lessons: unos 20 minutos de lectura. Todas las preguntas del test se tratan en las lecciones.

Qué aprenderás

  • Explain who needs a BC security worker licence and what it shows
  • Follow BC rules on carrying the licence, reporting changes, uniforms and vehicles
  • Apply BC's conduct conditions and use-of-force reporting
  • Give trespass notice under BC's Trespass Act
  • Explain why guards rely on the Criminal Code, not the Trespass Act, to arrest

Obtén un 80 % o más para descargar tu certificado.

  1. Pregunta 1 de 25

    Which BC law licenses security guards and other security workers?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. The Security Services Act

    Security workers in BC are licensed under the Security Services Act and the Security Services Regulation.

  2. Pregunta 2 de 25

    Unless exempt, what minimum age does BC's Security Services Act set for a security worker licence?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. 19

    Section 3 of the Act requires an applicant to be at least 19 years of age, unless exempt by regulation.

  3. Pregunta 3 de 25

    Who does BC's Security Services Act say the minister must appoint to oversee licensing?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. A Registrar of Security Services

    Section 49 says the minister must appoint a Registrar of Security Services under the Public Service Act.

  4. Pregunta 4 de 25

    Under BC's Security Services Act, which work is part of a "security guard service"?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Door security at a licensed bar

    The Act's definition of security guard service includes door security at an establishment licensed under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act.

  5. Pregunta 5 de 25

    Under section 8 of the Security Services Act, what must a licensed security worker do while working?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Carry it and show it when asked

    Section 8 requires the licence holder to carry the licence and produce it on request of any person they present themselves to as a security worker.

  6. Pregunta 6 de 25

    Can a BC guard carry a photo of their licence on their phone instead of the card?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. No, it must be the physical licence

    The province says you cannot carry a photograph of the licence; it must be the physical copy.

  7. Pregunta 7 de 25

    Which BC security workers does the province say do NOT have to show their licence to anyone who asks?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Armoured car guards

    The province makes an exception for armoured car guards and for door security at liquor establishments.

  8. Pregunta 8 de 25

    A licensed BC guard is charged with a crime. Under section 9 of the Act, how soon must they report it to the registrar?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Within 14 days

    Section 9 requires a report within 14 days of a change of address, a charge, or a conviction.

  9. Pregunta 9 de 25

    Which words does section 44(5) of BC's Security Services Act ban from describing your security work?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. "Police" and "peace officer"

    Section 44(5) bars "detective", "law enforcement", "peace officer" and "police", alone or with other words, to describe security work or a security business.

  10. Pregunta 10 de 25

    Under the Security Services Regulation, how high must the word SECURITY be on the chest of a guard's uniform shirt?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. At least 1.25 cm

    Section 12 requires the word SECURITY on the chest in letters at least 1.25 cm high.

  11. Pregunta 11 de 25

    If a BC guard wears a jacket or vest, what does section 12 of the Regulation require on the back?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. SECURITY, at least 5 cm high

    Section 12 requires SECURITY on the back of an outer garment in letters at least 5 cm high.

  12. Pregunta 12 de 25

    Which item is a BC guard NOT allowed to carry or wear while doing security work?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. An ID badge

    Section 12(3) of the Regulation and the provincial rules bar ID badges and Sam Browne belts.

  13. Pregunta 13 de 25

    What must a BC security guard service vehicle show?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. SECURITY on both sides, 7.5 cm or more

    Section 10 of the Regulation requires SECURITY on both sides in letters at least 7.5 cm high, plus the employer's name and phone number, and bars markings or light bars that look like police or emergency vehicles.

  14. Pregunta 14 de 25

    Under BC rules, may a security guard carry pepper spray or a baton on duty?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. No, these items are banned

    Section 11 of the Regulation bars items designed to debilitate or control a person; the province names tasers, pepper spray and batons.

  15. Pregunta 15 de 25

    A BC guard stands in a doorway to block a person from leaving. How does the province treat this?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. It is force and must be recorded

    BC counts blocking access as force and requires a use-of-force record on SPD Form 0513 or an equivalent.

  16. Pregunta 16 de 25

    Section 14 of BC's Security Services Regulation lists conduct conditions. Which is one of them?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Do not misrepresent your authority

    Section 14(o) says a licensee must not misrepresent the licence or their authority under the law.

  17. Pregunta 17 de 25

    Under BC's Trespass Act, which of these counts as "enclosed land"?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Land with a lawful fence

    Section 1 defines enclosed land to include land surrounded by a lawful fence or a natural boundary, or land posted with signs under section 4(1).

  18. Pregunta 18 de 25

    Under section 4 of BC's Trespass Act, how may notice that entry is prohibited be given?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Orally, in writing or by a sign

    Section 4(2) allows notice orally, in writing, or by a sign posted at or near an ordinary point of access.

  19. Pregunta 19 de 25

    A sign shows a picture of a skateboard with an oblique line drawn through it. Under BC's Trespass Act, what does it do?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. It gives notice the activity is banned

    Section 4(3) says a sign naming or showing an activity with an oblique line through it is sufficient notice.

  20. Pregunta 20 de 25

    A guard, acting for the occupier, tells a person to leave. Under BC's Trespass Act, what must the person do?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Leave as soon as practicable

    Section 2(3) makes it an offence not to leave as soon as practicable after direction by an occupier or authorized person, or to re-enter.

  21. Pregunta 21 de 25

    Under section 6 of BC's Trespass Act, what may an authorized person demand from a trespasser, on reasonable grounds?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Their correct name and address

    Section 6 requires the person to give their correct name and address on demand of an occupier or authorized person who has reasonable grounds; refusing is an offence.

  22. Pregunta 22 de 25

    Under section 7 of BC's Trespass Act, who may arrest without a warrant a person found trespassing?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. A peace officer

    Section 7 gives the arrest power under the Trespass Act to a peace officer (including a conservation officer), not to guards or owners.

  23. Pregunta 23 de 25

    A guard finds a person stealing from the store they protect. Under Criminal Code section 494(2), who may arrest the person?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. The owner or someone they authorize

    Section 494(2) lets the owner, person in lawful possession, or someone they authorize arrest a person found committing a criminal offence on or in relation to the property.

  24. Pregunta 24 de 25

    After a BC guard makes a citizen's arrest, what does Criminal Code section 494(3) require?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Deliver them to police right away

    Section 494(3) says anyone other than a peace officer who arrests without warrant must deliver the person to a peace officer forthwith (right away).

  25. Pregunta 25 de 25

    Under Criminal Code section 25, how much force may a person use when doing what the law authorizes, acting on reasonable grounds?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. As much as is necessary

    Section 25(1) justifies as much force as is necessary for the purpose, when acting on reasonable grounds.

Qué debes saber antes del examen

  • BC security workers must carry their physical licence and report a charge, conviction or address change within 14 days.
  • BC bans the words "detective", "law enforcement", "peace officer" and "police" to describe security work.
  • A BC guard's uniform shows SECURITY on the chest (at least 1.25 cm) and on the back of a jacket (at least 5 cm).
  • BC guards may not carry badges, batons, pepper spray or tasers, and must record every use of force on SPD Form 0513 or an equivalent.
  • Under BC's Trespass Act, only a peace officer may arrest a trespasser without a warrant.

Preguntas frecuentes

Can a security guard arrest a trespasser in BC?

Not under the Trespass Act. Section 7 gives that arrest power to peace officers. A guard can give notice, direct the person to leave and ask for their name and address, then call police.

How do I give trespass notice in BC?

Under section 4 of the Trespass Act, notice can be given orally, in writing, or by a sign posted at or near an ordinary point of access.

Can I call myself a security officer in BC?

The Act bans the words "detective", "law enforcement", "peace officer" and "police" to describe security work, and you must not misrepresent your authority. Use the title your employer and licence allow.

What must I report to the registrar?

Within 14 days, report a change of home address, a criminal charge or a conviction. The province also asks you to report a legal name change and becoming a peace officer.

¿El certificado está acreditado o reconocido oficialmente?

No. Es un certificado de finalización privado, solo para tus conocimientos. No está reconocido, acreditado ni aprobado por ningún gobierno, organismo de licencias, regulador ni institución educativa, y no sustituye ninguna licencia, certificación ni formación exigida por la ley.

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