BSIS FIREARM WRITTEN
EXAM
1. When should a security officer place their finger on the trigger of a firearm?
A. As soon as the firearm is drawn
B. When the officer intends to fire and has identified a lawful target
C. During all tactical movements
D. While running to cover
✔ Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire and have
positively identified a threat.
2. Which of the following is considered deadly force?
A. Displaying a firearm without pointing it
B. Using a baton to redirect someone
C. Firing a shot in the direction of a person
D. Giving verbal warnings
✔ Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discharging a firearm in someone's direction is the use of deadly force.
3. A security officer may legally use deadly force only when:
,A. Verbal commands have failed
B. The subject refuses to leave private property
C. There is an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury
D. The person is fleeing with stolen property
✔ Correct Answer: C
4. What is the primary safety rule when handling any firearm?
A. Assume the firearm is unloaded
B. Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction
C. Dry fire before loading
D. Keep the safety on at all times
✔ Correct Answer: B
5. When transporting a firearm in California, a BSIS-licensed officer must:
A. Keep the firearm loaded
B. Store the firearm in a locked container separate from ammunition
C. Keep it under the car seat
D. Leave it in the glove compartment
✔ Correct Answer: B
6. The term situational awareness refers to:
A. Knowing how many rounds are in your magazine
B. Being aware of what is happening around you and identifying threats
C. Identifying gun parts
D. Notifying dispatch after an incident
, ✔ Correct Answer: B
7. What should an officer do first after a firearm discharge incident?
A. Leave the scene
B. Immediately re-holster
C. Ensure the scene is safe and check for injuries
D. Call their supervisor
✔ Correct Answer: C
8. A “misfire” occurs when:
A. The cartridge fires but jams
B. The primer ignites but the powder does not burn
C. The trigger is pulled and the round fails to fire
D. The slide fails to lock back
✔ Correct Answer: C
9. Warning shots are:
A. Authorized only with supervisor approval
B. Allowed when the suspect is fleeing
C. Prohibited because they endanger bystanders
D. Required before deadly force
✔ Correct Answer: C
10. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a BSIS Firearm Permit
holder?
EXAM
1. When should a security officer place their finger on the trigger of a firearm?
A. As soon as the firearm is drawn
B. When the officer intends to fire and has identified a lawful target
C. During all tactical movements
D. While running to cover
✔ Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire and have
positively identified a threat.
2. Which of the following is considered deadly force?
A. Displaying a firearm without pointing it
B. Using a baton to redirect someone
C. Firing a shot in the direction of a person
D. Giving verbal warnings
✔ Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discharging a firearm in someone's direction is the use of deadly force.
3. A security officer may legally use deadly force only when:
,A. Verbal commands have failed
B. The subject refuses to leave private property
C. There is an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury
D. The person is fleeing with stolen property
✔ Correct Answer: C
4. What is the primary safety rule when handling any firearm?
A. Assume the firearm is unloaded
B. Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction
C. Dry fire before loading
D. Keep the safety on at all times
✔ Correct Answer: B
5. When transporting a firearm in California, a BSIS-licensed officer must:
A. Keep the firearm loaded
B. Store the firearm in a locked container separate from ammunition
C. Keep it under the car seat
D. Leave it in the glove compartment
✔ Correct Answer: B
6. The term situational awareness refers to:
A. Knowing how many rounds are in your magazine
B. Being aware of what is happening around you and identifying threats
C. Identifying gun parts
D. Notifying dispatch after an incident
, ✔ Correct Answer: B
7. What should an officer do first after a firearm discharge incident?
A. Leave the scene
B. Immediately re-holster
C. Ensure the scene is safe and check for injuries
D. Call their supervisor
✔ Correct Answer: C
8. A “misfire” occurs when:
A. The cartridge fires but jams
B. The primer ignites but the powder does not burn
C. The trigger is pulled and the round fails to fire
D. The slide fails to lock back
✔ Correct Answer: C
9. Warning shots are:
A. Authorized only with supervisor approval
B. Allowed when the suspect is fleeing
C. Prohibited because they endanger bystanders
D. Required before deadly force
✔ Correct Answer: C
10. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a BSIS Firearm Permit
holder?
