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BSIS FIREARM WRITTEN PRACTICE EXAM
2026/2027 | SECURITY OFFICER FIREARM
PERMIT | 75 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: BSIS LICENSING AND REGULATIONS – Questions 1–8
Q1: BSIS – Permit Requirement
The student is reviewing BSIS regulations. To carry a firearm as a security officer in California, what
must you possess in addition to a Guard Card?
A. A concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit only
B. A BSIS Firearm Permit
C. A hunting license
D. No additional permit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A security officer must have a valid BSIS Firearm Permit (exposed or concealed) in
addition to a Guard Card. A CCW permit alone does not authorize armed security work. [100%
CORRECT]
Q2: BSIS – Training Hours
The student is reviewing training requirements. How many hours of initial firearms training are
required for a BSIS Firearm Permit?
A. 8 hours
B. 16 hours
C. 40 hours
D. 80 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Initial firearms training requires 40 hours, including classroom instruction, range training,
and qualification. [100% CORRECT]
Q3: BSIS – Renewal
The student is reviewing renewal. What is required to renew a BSIS Firearm Permit?
A. 8-hour refresher course and requalification
B. 40-hour course again
C. No training required
D. Only a fee
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Renewal requires an 8-hour refresher course and requalification on the range every two
years. [100% CORRECT]
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Q4: BSIS – Caliber Approval
The student is reviewing approved calibers. Which of the following calibers is approved for security
officers in California?
A. .22 LR
B. .50 AE
C. 9mm
D. .44 Magnum
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Approved calibers include .38, .357, .40, .45, 9mm, and .380. The .22 LR, .50 AE, and .44
Magnum are not approved for security officers. [100% CORRECT]
Q5: BSIS – Prohibited Ammunition
The student is reviewing ammunition. Which type of ammunition is prohibited for security officers?
A. Full metal jacket
B. Hollow-point
C. Armor-piercing
D. Lead round nose
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Armor-piercing ammunition is prohibited. Security officers may use approved
ammunition as per policy. [100% CORRECT]
Q6: BSIS – Reporting Discharge
The student is reviewing reporting. When must a security officer report a firearm discharge?
A. Only if someone is injured
B. Immediately to employer and law enforcement
C. Within 24 hours
D. No report required
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Any discharge of a firearm (except at an approved range) must be reported immediately
to the employer and law enforcement. [100% CORRECT]
Q7: BSIS – Storage
The student is reviewing storage. How should a firearm be stored when not in use?
A. Loaded in a nightstand
B. Unloaded in a locked container
C. Loaded in a glove box
D. Unlocked in a closet
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Firearms must be stored unloaded in a locked container, separate from ammunition.
[100% CORRECT]
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Q8: BSIS – Background Check
The student is reviewing background checks. What background checks are required for a Firearm
Permit?
A. DOJ and FBI
B. Only DOJ
C. Only FBI
D. No background check
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applicants must pass both California DOJ and FBI background checks. [100% CORRECT]
SECTION 2: FIREARM SAFETY AND MECHANICS – Questions 9–16
Q9: Firearm Safety – Rule 1
The student is reviewing safety rules. What is the first rule of firearm safety?
A. Treat every firearm as loaded
B. Keep your finger on the trigger
C. Point at anything
D. Keep the safety off
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded. This prevents accidents. [100% CORRECT]
Q10: Firearm Safety – Rule 2
The student is reviewing safety rules. What is the second rule of firearm safety?
A. Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy
B. Always point at the ground
C. Keep the firearm loaded
D. Keep the safety on
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy. [100% CORRECT]
Q11: Firearm Safety – Rule 3
The student is reviewing safety rules. What is the third rule of firearm safety?
A. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
B. Keep your finger on the trigger
C. Always keep the safety on
D. Never unload
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until your sights are on
target and you are ready to shoot. [100% CORRECT]
BSIS FIREARM WRITTEN PRACTICE EXAM
2026/2027 | SECURITY OFFICER FIREARM
PERMIT | 75 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: BSIS LICENSING AND REGULATIONS – Questions 1–8
Q1: BSIS – Permit Requirement
The student is reviewing BSIS regulations. To carry a firearm as a security officer in California, what
must you possess in addition to a Guard Card?
A. A concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit only
B. A BSIS Firearm Permit
C. A hunting license
D. No additional permit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A security officer must have a valid BSIS Firearm Permit (exposed or concealed) in
addition to a Guard Card. A CCW permit alone does not authorize armed security work. [100%
CORRECT]
Q2: BSIS – Training Hours
The student is reviewing training requirements. How many hours of initial firearms training are
required for a BSIS Firearm Permit?
A. 8 hours
B. 16 hours
C. 40 hours
D. 80 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Initial firearms training requires 40 hours, including classroom instruction, range training,
and qualification. [100% CORRECT]
Q3: BSIS – Renewal
The student is reviewing renewal. What is required to renew a BSIS Firearm Permit?
A. 8-hour refresher course and requalification
B. 40-hour course again
C. No training required
D. Only a fee
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Renewal requires an 8-hour refresher course and requalification on the range every two
years. [100% CORRECT]
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Q4: BSIS – Caliber Approval
The student is reviewing approved calibers. Which of the following calibers is approved for security
officers in California?
A. .22 LR
B. .50 AE
C. 9mm
D. .44 Magnum
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Approved calibers include .38, .357, .40, .45, 9mm, and .380. The .22 LR, .50 AE, and .44
Magnum are not approved for security officers. [100% CORRECT]
Q5: BSIS – Prohibited Ammunition
The student is reviewing ammunition. Which type of ammunition is prohibited for security officers?
A. Full metal jacket
B. Hollow-point
C. Armor-piercing
D. Lead round nose
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Armor-piercing ammunition is prohibited. Security officers may use approved
ammunition as per policy. [100% CORRECT]
Q6: BSIS – Reporting Discharge
The student is reviewing reporting. When must a security officer report a firearm discharge?
A. Only if someone is injured
B. Immediately to employer and law enforcement
C. Within 24 hours
D. No report required
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Any discharge of a firearm (except at an approved range) must be reported immediately
to the employer and law enforcement. [100% CORRECT]
Q7: BSIS – Storage
The student is reviewing storage. How should a firearm be stored when not in use?
A. Loaded in a nightstand
B. Unloaded in a locked container
C. Loaded in a glove box
D. Unlocked in a closet
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Firearms must be stored unloaded in a locked container, separate from ammunition.
[100% CORRECT]
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Q8: BSIS – Background Check
The student is reviewing background checks. What background checks are required for a Firearm
Permit?
A. DOJ and FBI
B. Only DOJ
C. Only FBI
D. No background check
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applicants must pass both California DOJ and FBI background checks. [100% CORRECT]
SECTION 2: FIREARM SAFETY AND MECHANICS – Questions 9–16
Q9: Firearm Safety – Rule 1
The student is reviewing safety rules. What is the first rule of firearm safety?
A. Treat every firearm as loaded
B. Keep your finger on the trigger
C. Point at anything
D. Keep the safety off
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded. This prevents accidents. [100% CORRECT]
Q10: Firearm Safety – Rule 2
The student is reviewing safety rules. What is the second rule of firearm safety?
A. Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy
B. Always point at the ground
C. Keep the firearm loaded
D. Keep the safety on
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy. [100% CORRECT]
Q11: Firearm Safety – Rule 3
The student is reviewing safety rules. What is the third rule of firearm safety?
A. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
B. Keep your finger on the trigger
C. Always keep the safety on
D. Never unload
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until your sights are on
target and you are ready to shoot. [100% CORRECT]
