Security guard exam study guide

All principals and certified trainers must demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the following areas:

All topics in the security guard preassignment training course:

• Preassignment training study guide

Washington State laws and rules regarding security guard licensing and regulations:

• RCW 18.170: Security guards
• RCW 18.235: Uniform regulation of business and professions act
• RCW 9.41: Firearms and dangerous weapons
• RCW 9A: Washington criminal code
• WAC 308-18: Private security guard companies and private security guards

Legal and liability issues related to the security guard industry:

• Protection Officers Training Manual (available at many online retailers)

General security management:

• Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH) (Washington State Patrol)
• Start a business (Department of Revenue)
• Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) (Interactive Learning Paradigms Incorporated)

Explanation of abbreviations

• RCW—Revised Code of Washington (Washington State laws)
• WAC—Washington Administrative Code (Washington State agency regulations)