SECURITY GUARD CLASSES

SECURITY GUARD TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Below are the key training objectives approved by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission to ensure Security Guards are prepared to meet professional standards:

• Certification Requirements

  • Identify the requirements for obtaining and maintaining security guard certification in Maryland.
  • Recognize the limitations to receiving and maintaining certification.

• Legal Knowledge

  • Analyze scenarios to identify elements of a crime using Maryland’s Annotated Code or the Digest of Criminal Laws.
  • Understand the legal limits of authority for arrest and detention.

• Use of Force

  • Define what constitutes use of force and its authorized and prohibited applications.
  • Learn reporting requirements and legal ramifications for the use of force.

• De-escalation Techniques

  • Define de-escalation and utilize time, distance, and cover to defuse situations.
  • Leverage communication as a critical tool for de-escalating conflicts.

• Weapons Handling

  • Understand the limitations and requirements for carrying weapons as a security guard.

• Engaging with Vulnerable Individuals

  • Employ appropriate techniques when encountering:
    • Individuals in crisis
    • Individuals with disabilities
    • Juveniles
    • Individuals with behavioral health concerns

• Crisis Management and Aid

  • Learn methods to assist individuals in need and seek appropriate aid.

These objectives ensure that Security Guards in Maryland are equipped with the knowledge and skills to perform their duties responsibly and professionally.