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.

  • Kurs
  • Kolumbia Brytyjska
  • Pytania: 25
  • Sprawdzono 12 października 2026

W skrócie

Ten bezpłatny kurs obejmuje około 20 minut lekcji i test z 25 pytaniami. Uzyskaj co najmniej 80%, aby pobrać zaświadczenie o ukończeniu (prywatne, nieakredytowane). Sprawdzono z oficjalnymi źródłami 12 października 2026.

Zacznij od lekcjiBritish Columbia Security Law and Trespass Course: Lessons: ok. 20 min czytania. Każde pytanie testowe jest omówione w lekcjach.

Czego się nauczysz

  • 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

Uzyskaj co najmniej 80%, aby pobrać certyfikat.

  1. Pytanie 1 z 25

    Which BC law licenses security guards and other security workers?
    Pokaż odpowiedź

    Odpowiedź: A. The Security Services Act

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

  2. Pytanie 2 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: A. 19

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

  3. Pytanie 3 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: D. A Registrar of Security Services

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

  4. Pytanie 4 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 5 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 6 z 25

    Can a BC guard carry a photo of their licence on their phone instead of the card?
    Pokaż odpowiedź

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 7 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: A. Armoured car guards

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

  8. Pytanie 8 z 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?
    Pokaż odpowiedź

    Odpowiedź: D. Within 14 days

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

  9. Pytanie 9 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 10 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: A. At least 1.25 cm

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

  11. Pytanie 11 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 12 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: A. An ID badge

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

  13. Pytanie 13 z 25

    What must a BC security guard service vehicle show?
    Pokaż odpowiedź

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 14 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 15 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 16 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: A. Do not misrepresent your authority

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

  17. Pytanie 17 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 18 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 19 z 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?
    Pokaż odpowiedź

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 20 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 21 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 22 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 23 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 24 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: 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. Pytanie 25 z 25

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

    Odpowiedź: B. As much as is necessary

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

Co warto wiedzieć przed egzaminem

  • 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.

Najczęściej zadawane pytania

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.

Czy zaświadczenie jest akredytowane lub oficjalnie uznawane?

Nie. To prywatne zaświadczenie o ukończeniu, wyłącznie dla Twojej wiedzy. Nie jest uznawane, akredytowane ani zatwierdzone przez żaden rząd, organ licencyjny, regulatora ani instytucję edukacyjną i nie zastępuje żadnej licencji, certyfikacji ani szkolenia wymaganych przez prawo.

Źródła

Powiązane testy