Film and TV Set Security Course 2026
This course is for security guards who work on film and television productions in Canada, on location or at base camp. It covers film permits and the public, guarding sets and trucks, special effects and prop weapons, and handling fans and incidents. You still need the security licence your province requires; this course is background knowledge only.
In breve
Questo corso gratuito ha circa 30 minuti di lezioni e un test di 25 domande. Con l’80% o più puoi scaricare un attestato di completamento (privato, non accreditato). Verificato sulle fonti ufficiali in data 13 ottobre 2026.
Cosa imparerai
- Explain a guard's role on a production and who you report to
- Apply film permit rules on public access, parking and filming hours
- Protect sets, trucks and equipment with access control and patrols
- Recognize the safety rules for special effects, prop weapons and drones
- Handle fans, trespassers and emergencies within the law
Ottieni almeno l’80% per scaricare il tuo attestato.
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Domanda 1 di 25
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Risposta: A. The location department
Toronto's code of conduct for cast and crew says a copy of the filming permit must be on location at all times with the location department.
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Domanda 2 di 25
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Risposta: A. At least 48 hours before the crew first arrives
Toronto's filming guidelines require written notice to affected residents, occupants and businesses at least 48 hours before the production's earliest arrival.
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Domanda 3 di 25
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Risposta: D. Between 7 am and 11 pm, unless most surveyed residents agree
The code says filming takes place between 7:00 am and 11:00 pm unless a majority of surveyed residents approve other hours.
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Domanda 4 di 25
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Risposta: C. Never obstruct them, and channel cables so they can pass
The code says never to obstruct pedestrian traffic and to channel all cables. The guidelines also say the public must keep pedestrian and vehicle access.
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Domanda 5 di 25
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Risposta: C. The Film Office, up to three minutes, with a paid duty officer
Only the Film Office can allow intermittent stoppages (up to three minutes unless otherwise negotiated), and they are supervised by a paid duty police officer.
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Domanda 6 di 25
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Risposta: B. Let them pass safely and tell the location department
A guard has no power to stop people on a public sidewalk. The public must keep pedestrian access, so let them pass and let the location department manage the shot.
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Domanda 7 di 25
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Risposta: D. Moving or towing it needs the owner's express permission
Moving or towing any vehicle requires the owner's express permission, and Toronto does not allow towing to make room for filming.
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Domanda 8 di 25
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Risposta: D. It is allowed only with the driveway owner's express permission
The code of conduct says not to block or park in driveways without the owner's express permission.
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Domanda 9 di 25
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Risposta: B. Vehicles are not permitted to idle at any time
Toronto's filming guidelines say production vehicles are not permitted to idle at any time.
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Domanda 10 di 25
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Risposta: B. At no time, on any set or location
The code says alcoholic beverages are not permitted at any time on any set or location.
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Domanda 11 di 25
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Risposta: B. Guests and pets need the company's approval in advance
The code says not to bring guests or pets to a location unless the production company has authorized them in advance.
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Domanda 12 di 25
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Risposta: A. A production pass (badge)
The code of conduct says every crew member must wear a production pass (badge) when the location requires it, which helps security control access.
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Domanda 13 di 25
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Risposta: B. Prop guns can be mistaken for real firearms by the public
Toronto's film office notes that prop guns can be mistaken for genuine firearms, so paid duty officers are required when prop guns are visible to the public.
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Domanda 14 di 25
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Risposta: D. The designated weapons handler
Guideline No. 39 says all weapons on a set should be in the care and charge of the designated weapons handler.
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Domanda 15 di 25
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Risposta: D. Leave it, keep people away and call the weapons handler
The weapons handler is responsible for every weapon on set and locks up guns that are not needed. Security should not touch them.
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Domanda 16 di 25
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Risposta: D. Professionals with a Fireworks Operator Certificate, aged 18+
Special effect pyrotechnics are for professionals holding a Fireworks Operator Certificate who are at least 18 years old.
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Domanda 17 di 25
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Risposta: B. Residents are told in advance about the loud noises
Toronto's guidelines say residents should be advised in advance of any loud noises, including special effects and simulated gunfire.
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Domanda 18 di 25
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Risposta: D. Prior permission from the Toronto Police Service
Toronto's film office says crews may not borrow or use police uniforms or equipment without prior permission from Toronto Police.
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Domanda 19 di 25
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Risposta: D. Transport Canada
Drone operations are regulated by Transport Canada. A production that takes off from city property also discusses its approvals with the film office.
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Domanda 20 di 25
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Risposta: A. They need no registration or pilot certificate, but rules still apply
Transport Canada says drones under 250 g do not need to be registered or marked and the pilot needs no certificate, but the pilot must still fly safely and stay away from emergency sites.
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Domanda 21 di 25
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Risposta: C. The 1st Assistant Director
Guideline No. 34 says the 1st Assistant Director should communicate the safety and emergency plan, for example at a tailgate meeting or on the call sheet.
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Domanda 22 di 25
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Risposta: A. When they hold a valid licence from another jurisdiction
Ontario says out-of-province bodyguards serving the film and television industry do not need an Ontario licence if they hold a valid licence from another jurisdiction.
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Domanda 23 di 25
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Risposta: D. An offence, because they refused to leave when asked
Refusing to leave when asked by the occupier or a person they authorize is a trespass offence. Call police for help.
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Domanda 24 di 25
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Risposta: A. Repeatedly following the person from place to place
Section 264 lists conduct such as repeatedly following a person, monitoring their movements, repeated contact, watching where they live or work, and threatening conduct.
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Domanda 25 di 25
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Risposta: B. Deliver them to a peace officer right away
Anyone other than a peace officer who arrests without a warrant must deliver the person to a peace officer forthwith.
Tastiera: 1–4 per rispondere, Invio per la domanda successiva.
Cosa sapere prima del test
- In Toronto, a copy of the filming permit must be on location at all times with the location department.
- Toronto allows short traffic stoppages (up to three minutes unless otherwise negotiated) only with Film Office approval and a paid duty police officer.
- Toronto requires paid duty police on set for pyrotechnics, simulated gunfire and prop guns that the public can see.
- Special effect pyrotechnics are for professionals who hold a Fireworks Operator Certificate and are at least 18.
- In Ontario, an out-of-province bodyguard serving the film and TV industry needs no Ontario licence if they hold a valid licence from another jurisdiction.
Domande frequenti
Do I need a security licence to guard a film set?
Yes. Security work needs a licence from the province where you work, for example a security guard licence in Ontario or a security worker licence in British Columbia. Alberta requires approved basic security training before it issues a security service worker licence. This course is background knowledge only and does not replace licence training.
Can I stop people from walking past a film set?
No. The public must keep access to sidewalks and properties, and crews must never block pedestrian traffic. In Toronto, only the Film Office can approve short traffic stoppages, and a paid duty police officer supervises them.
Who looks after prop guns on set?
A designated weapons handler. Ontario's film safety guidelines say all weapons on a set should be in the handler's care and locked up when not needed. Security should not touch them.
What should I do if fans gather near the set?
Stay calm and polite. People may watch from public property, but they may not enter areas the production controls. If someone refuses to leave private property or follows a cast member in a threatening way, call police.
L’attestato è accreditato o riconosciuto ufficialmente?
No. È un attestato di completamento privato, solo per le tue conoscenze. Non è riconosciuto, accreditato né approvato da alcun governo, ente di rilascio delle licenze, autorità di regolamentazione o istituto di istruzione e non sostituisce alcuna licenza, certificazione o formazione richiesta dalla legge.
Fonti
- City of Toronto: Guidelines for filming in Toronto
- City of Toronto: Plan your shoot
- City of Toronto: Code of conduct for cast and crew
- Ontario: Safety guidelines for the film and television industry, Guideline No. 39 (firearms)
- Ontario: Requirements for security guards and private investigators
- Government of Alberta: Security service worker licence
- Natural Resources Canada: Special effect pyrotechnics
- Transport Canada: Flying your drone safely and legally
- Criminal Code, section 494 (arrest without warrant)