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.
Kort antwoord
Deze gratis cursus heeft ongeveer 20 minuten lessen en een toets van 25 vragen. Haal 80% of meer om een bewijs van deelname te downloaden (privé, niet geaccrediteerd). Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 12 oktober 2026.
Wat je leert
- 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
Haal 80% of meer om je certificaat te downloaden.
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Vraag 1 van 25
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Antwoord: A. The Security Services Act
Security workers in BC are licensed under the Security Services Act and the Security Services Regulation.
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Vraag 2 van 25
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Antwoord: A. 19
Section 3 of the Act requires an applicant to be at least 19 years of age, unless exempt by regulation.
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Vraag 3 van 25
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Antwoord: D. A Registrar of Security Services
Section 49 says the minister must appoint a Registrar of Security Services under the Public Service Act.
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Vraag 4 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 5 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 6 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 7 van 25
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Antwoord: A. Armoured car guards
The province makes an exception for armoured car guards and for door security at liquor establishments.
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Vraag 8 van 25
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Antwoord: D. Within 14 days
Section 9 requires a report within 14 days of a change of address, a charge, or a conviction.
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Vraag 9 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 10 van 25
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Antwoord: A. At least 1.25 cm
Section 12 requires the word SECURITY on the chest in letters at least 1.25 cm high.
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Vraag 11 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 12 van 25
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Antwoord: A. An ID badge
Section 12(3) of the Regulation and the provincial rules bar ID badges and Sam Browne belts.
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Vraag 13 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 14 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 15 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 16 van 25
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Antwoord: A. Do not misrepresent your authority
Section 14(o) says a licensee must not misrepresent the licence or their authority under the law.
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Vraag 17 van 25
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Antwoord: 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).
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Vraag 18 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 19 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 20 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 21 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 22 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 23 van 25
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Antwoord: 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.
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Vraag 24 van 25
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Antwoord: 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).
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Vraag 25 van 25
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Antwoord: B. As much as is necessary
Section 25(1) justifies as much force as is necessary for the purpose, when acting on reasonable grounds.
Toetsenbord: 1–4 om te antwoorden, Enter voor de volgende vraag.
Wat je moet weten voor het 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.
Veelgestelde vragen
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.
Is het certificaat geaccrediteerd of officieel erkend?
Nee. Het is een privé bewijs van deelname, alleen voor je kennis. Het is niet erkend, geaccrediteerd of goedgekeurd door een overheid, vergunningsinstantie, toezichthouder of onderwijsinstelling, en het vervangt geen wettelijk verplichte vergunning, certificering of opleiding.