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Compulsory Regulation 21 Training
The Regulation 21 of the Firearms control Act (Act 60 of 2000) states that any individual working with a company firearm and already possesses the qualification to use a firearm for business purposes, must undergo an annual assessment. During this assessment, the individual is expected to successfully complete at least a formal assessment (theoretical open book exam) and the qualification shooting as prescribed for the business purposes.
Individuals who is not already in possession of a certificate for the Handle and Use a handgun/ shotgun/ self loading rifle/ manual loading rifle for business purposes, must first undergo such training.
REG 21 is not a replacement or substitute for the full qualification.
Regulation 21 (2)(viii) and (ix)
Conditions regarding the providing of a firearm for use by another person in respect of a licence to possess a firearm for business purposes
(viii) ensure that the security officers issued with firearms undergo at least one proper practical training session, at the cost of the security company, at least every 12 months, or within a shorter period as may be reasonably necessary in the circumstances, in the proper and safe handling and use of the relevant firearm and ammunition;
(ix) ensure that the security officers issued with firearms attend at least one briefing session, at the cost of the security company, every 12 months, or within a shorter period as may be reasonably necessary in the circumstances, during which they are properly informed of the relevant legal principles, rules and procedures and of their legal duties regarding the possession, carrying, safe custody and use of firearms and ammunition issued to them;
This tells us that every security officer who works with a firearm must attend a refresher course at least once per year at an accredited training centre like Karishma Training Academy. The training will be based on the Unit Standards for the Handle and Use of a firearm for business purposes.
It is expected of the security officer to successfully complete the qualification shooting in the relevant Unit Standards for business purposes. The Officer may only attend such a refresher course once he/she are in possession of a Competency Certificate issued by SAPS AND a training provider certificate for the successful completion of the relevant Business Purpose Unit Standard/s AND a Statement of Results issued through the PFTC (Professional Firearm Trainers Council) or a SASSETA certificate stating completion of the relevant Unit Standards.
Every security company MUST send their officers working with firearms for this training once a year. Make sure you comply when the SAPS visit your security company for an annual inspection.
PSIRA Grades Training
Karishma Training Academy offers PSIRA Grade E – A Security Officer training at its Training Centre in Kuilsriver, Cape Town.
The grades are Courses that have been vetted and Certified by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority [PSIRA], to provide quality training directly to the people of South Africa.
Courses
GRADE – E | Basics of Security
GRADE – D | Basics of Safety and Access Control
GRADE – C | Basics of Health & Safety and Proper Patrolling
GRADE – B | Basics of Supervision & Control
GRADE – A | Basics of Management & PSIRA Regulations
Firearm Competency Training - Handgun
Handle and use a Handgun for Business Purposes
Unit Standard 123515
This course focuses on a high standard of shooting and includes the safe handling of a handgun, holster-work, dealing with malfunctions and shooting against time limits.
Required Courses :
Unit Standard 117705
Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm.
Unit Standard 119649
Handle and use a handgun
Firearm Competency Training - Shotgun
Handle and use a Shotgun for Business Purposes
Unit Standard 123514
This course focuses on a high standard of shooting and includes safe handling of the shotgun, dealing with malfunctions and shooting against time limits.
Required Courses :
Unit Standard 117705
Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm.
Unit Stansard 119652
Handle and use a shotgun.
Firearm Competency Training - Manually Operated Rifle or Carbine
Handle and use a Manually Operated Rifle or Carbine for Business Purposes
Unit Standard 123519
This course focuses on a high standard of shooting and includes the safe handling of the rifle, dealing with malfunctions and shooting against time limits.
Required Courses :
Unit Standard 117705
Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm.
Unit Standard 119651
Handle and use a manually operated rifle or carbine.
Firearm Competency Training - Self loading Rifle
Handle and use a Self-Loading Rifle or Carbine for Business Purposes
Unit Standard 123511
This course focuses on a higher standard of shooting and includes safe handling of the rifle, dealing with malfunctions and shooting against time limits.
Required Courses :
Unit Standard 117705
Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm.
Unit Standard 119650
Handle and use a self-loading rifle or carbine.