Security Guard Training 101

Armored car personnel are responsible for transporting valuable items, such as money, jewelry, and precious metals, from one location to another.  Due to the nature of their work, armored car personnel must undergo rigorous training to ensure their safety, as well as the safety of the items they transport.  In this post, we will discuss the regulatory requirements, industry best practices, physical training requirements, weapons training requirements, and crisis management training requirements for armored car personnel. Regulatory Requirements The armored car industry is heavily regulated by both federal and state agencies. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets forth regulations for the operation of commercial motor vehicles, including armored cars.  The FMCSA requires all drivers of commercial motor vehicles, including armored car personnel, to hold a commercial driver's license (CDL) and undergo regular drug and alcohol testing. In addition to ...