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.
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这门免费课程包含约30分钟的课文和一套25道题的测试。得分达到80%或以上即可下载结业证书(私人颁发,未经认证)。 已于2026年10月13日根据官方资料核对。
你将学到什么
- 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
得分达到80%或以上即可下载证书。
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第1题,共25题
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答案: 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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第2题,共25题
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答案: 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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第3题,共25题
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答案: 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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第4题,共25题
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答案: 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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第5题,共25题
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答案: 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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第6题,共25题
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答案: 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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第7题,共25题
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答案: 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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第8题,共25题
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答案: 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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第9题,共25题
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答案: 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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第10题,共25题
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答案: 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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第11题,共25题
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答案: 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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第12题,共25题
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答案: 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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第13题,共25题
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答案: 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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第14题,共25题
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答案: 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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第15题,共25题
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答案: 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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第16题,共25题
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答案: 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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第17题,共25题
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答案: 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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第18题,共25题
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答案: 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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第19题,共25题
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答案: 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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第20题,共25题
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答案: 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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第21题,共25题
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答案: 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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第22题,共25题
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答案: 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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第23题,共25题
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答案: 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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第24题,共25题
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答案: 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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第25题,共25题
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答案: 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.
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考前须知
- 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.
常见问题
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.
这份证书是否经过认证或获得官方认可?
不是。这是一份私人颁发的结业证书,仅用于知识学习。它未获得任何政府、执照发放机构、监管机构或教育机构的认可、认证或批准,也不能替代法律要求的任何执照、资格证书或培训。
资料来源
- 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)