AUTHORIZATION TO CARRY ( ATC ) GUIDELINES ON USE OF FORCE AND FIREARM PROFICIENCY Online Study Guide
This is a free online course to help you prepare for your Use Of Force course and rewarding career in the Armoured Car Industry.
DISCLAIMER AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The following Armoured Car Guard Use of Force Online Study Guide has been prepared by BC Firearms Academy. The Chief Firearms Officers of each province and territory is responsible for issuing ATCs. The Armoured Car Guard Use of Force Online Study Guide is applicable only to individuals who wish to obtain an authorization to carry for work in the armed security industry and are not to be given any wider application.
We will discuss minimum standards to be achieved by participants in the use of force and firearm proficiency course. It is acknowledged by any other person using the Guidelines that the Guidelines are premised on the use of properly trained and qualified instructors to teach firearm proficiency and use of force, as outlined by federal and provincial legislation.
BC Firearms Academy is not responsible, in whole or in part, for any misuse made of the Armoured Car Guard Use of Force Online Study Guide, including but not limited to, the use of the online course by a person or persons not properly qualified to provide instruction in the use of force and firearm proficiency.
The Chief Firearms Officer of each province or territory is wholly responsible for the issuance of the authorization to carry. While the Armoured Car Guard Use of Force Online Study Guide may be useful in assessing an applicant’s suitability to hold an authorization to carry, each case will be looked at individually prior to the issuance of the authorization to carry by the Chief Firearms Officer. BC Firearms Academy is not responsible, in whole or in part, for any accidental, negligent or intentional misuse of a firearm by an individual to whom an authorization to carry was issued following a course in firearm proficiency and use of force, whether or not this online course was used. “Terms & Conditions“
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Lessons
Welcome to the Armoured Car Guard Use of Force Online Study Guide
Threat Assessment
Threat Assessment Persons authorized to carry firearms as part of their employment should proactively conduct threat assessments throughout all stages of their duties. Early recognition of potential danger may allow […]
Empty Hand Defence
Empty Hand Defence Armoured car guards may be required to use physical force in self-defence, defence of another person or to gain control of an offender. Physical control is a […]
Mental Conditioning
Mental Conditioning CONSCIOUS MIND Rational Analytical Can be taught Decreases in functioning when stress increases SUBCONSCIOUS MIND Primal; emotional Source of fight or flight response can be trained by teaching […]
Threat Incapacitation
Threat Incapacitation When armoured car guards are faced with a deadly force encounter, they should know how to stop the threat as quickly as possible. Further, they must clearly understand […]
Low Light Shooting
Low Light Shooting Armoured car guards do not have the luxury of discharging their firearms only during daylight hours. You will most likely encounter situations where you will be required […]
Shotgun
Shotgun As armoured car guards may carry a shotgun during the course of their employment, their level of proficiency with the shotgun must be developed to ensure both personal and […]
Glock Model 17 & 22
Glock Model 17 & 22 The Glock pistol is used by Law Enforcement, Military and Security Services throughout the world. The Glock pistol was designed by Mr. Gaston GLOCK, an […]
S&W M&P 9×19 & .40S&W
S&W M&P 9×19 & .40S&W The Smith & Wesson M&P (Military and Police) is a polymer-framed, short recoil operated, locked breech semi-automatic pistol introduced in the summer of 2005 by […]
Firearms
Firearms This module provides the foundation for firearms proficiency, as identified in paragraph 4(a) of the Authorizations to Carry Restricted Firearms and Certain Handguns Regulations. The work of the professional […]
Carry, Draw and Presentation
Carry, Draw and Presentation For the most part, armoured car guards will keep their firearms in their holsters. But if they need to use their firearms, they will have to […]
Tactical Communication Review
Tactical Communication The ability of one person, through words or actions, to evoke an understanding in another person or group. Tactical Communication The process of evoking understanding in […]
The Law on Firearms
The Law on Firearms This lesson outlines in detail the law on firearms in Canada. The first section introduces six key terms defined in the Criminal Code of Canada, the […]
Tactical Communications
Tactical Communications As an armoured car guard, you will greatly benefit from this module which introduces the topic of tactical communications. Tactical communication is considered to be a use of […]
Tactical Considerations Review
Tactical Considerations Use of Cover Develop the habit of scouting every location for cover. Do not confuse cover for concealment. Cover and Concealment COVER: Offers protection from being seen and […]
Tactical Considerations
Tactical Considerations Armoured car guards must continually assess potential threat situations in order to take appropriate action to minimize the risk to themselves and to the public. Police officers base […]
Threat Assessment
Threat Assessment To help assess potential threats, keep distances from people when possible and avoid danger zones… Minimize the distance between the armoured truck and building entrances. Be aware of […]
Deadly Force Overview
Deadly Force Overview The force that is capable of causing death or grievous bodily harm. Grievous Bodily Harm May include: severe tissue damage broken bones major disfigurement permanent paralysis loss […]
Use Of Force Law Overview
Use Of Force Overview ATC & UoF Standards Possession and Acquisition Licenses ( PAL ) PAL Requirements Successful completion of a non-restricted firearms safety course and/test. Successful completion of a […]
Use Of Force Model Review
Use Of Force Model To help armoured truck guards understand and use appropriate force options to respond to potentially violent situations. To provide a framework for explaining and understanding the […]
Use of Force Model
Use of Force Model This module contains a brief history of the evolution of Use of Force Training. The Use of Force Model for armoured car guards is introduced and […]
The Law on Use of Force
The Law on Use of Force As an armoured car guard, you are accountable for your actions. You must know all the related authorities and the applicable legislation that governs […]
BC Security Licensing Process and Licence Conditions
BC Security Licensing Process and Licence Conditions Security Licensing Process and Licence Conditions Policies Section 3.4 Firearms Introduction Generally, individuals who are engaged in security work, or carrying on a […]