About the Office of the Sergeant


California State Assembly - Office of the Sergeant At Arms

              

Security Department

 

Security Training

In order to remain compliant with Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) the Security Division trains throughout the Calendar year. Prior to becoming a sworn peace officer, all candidates must pass the 832 Penal Code (PC) training as mandated by the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) division. All applicants who complete the 832 PC training must also attend a POST certified Basic Specialized Investigators Core Course (BSI) which includes 450 hours of training in the following subjects:

Classification of Crimes
Narcotics
Cultural Diversity
Report Writing
Ethics
Search Warrants
Firearms
Self-Defense
Laws of Arrest
Use of Force

In accordance with California Penal Code 830.36 (A) PC, the Assembly Sergeant-at Arms requires each applicant to become a sworn Peace Officer upon successful graduation from the academy training program. Additionally, all personnel receive advanced training in VIP and Dignitary Protection. This special additional training consists of the following subjects:

Crowd and Perimeter Control
Tactical/Evasive/Defense Driving
Ethical Consideration for Dignitaries
The Psychology of Fear
Work Place Violence
VIP Protocol
Explosive Ordinance Training and Counter Measures
Principles of Protection

The Assembly Sergeant-at-Arms Department prides itself on providing the most efficient and effective law enforcement services possible.

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