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Which gun is best for home defense? By Joel Persinger It is an indisputable fact that long before guns were invented, someone invented opinions. And since the invention of the gun, opinions about guns have been popping up all over the place. So much so, that while not everyone owns a gun, just about everyone has an opinion about them. So, it’s no surprise that opinions fly in every direction when someone asks the age

WE ARE OPEN!!! ONLINE COURSES AVAILABLE NOW!     BSIS State License Numbers: TFF1296 & TFB1197 In California, security guards are licensed by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS).In order to get a California security guard card, you must first complete a pre-licensing course, often referred to as a “guard card class”. The […]

In California, Security guards are required to have a minimum of 40 hours of training.  Beyond the first 8 hours (the guard card class), there are another 4 classes (16 hrs) that are required.  The remaining 16 hours are elective courses.   There are many courses to pick from, but we suggest you take the classes […]

In the days leading up to the TASER International “Law Enforcement Instructor Course” this week, I was unconvinced that TASERs are a viable self-defense tool for security guards.  However, having completed the course two days later, fired several TASERs during the training, spoken to line officers who carry them every day and seen countless examples […]

California State Senator Joel Anderson, on April 13, 2011, presented Practical Defense Systems with a California Senator Certificate recognizing the “Outstanding training… and excellent public-safety and self-defense courses…” provided by PDS to residents of San Diego’s East County. We are very grateful for Senator Anderson’s commitment to the citizens of San Diego’s East County and […]

On the morning of April 4, 2011, a Chula Vista Mall Security Guard stationed in the Apple Store at the Otay Ranch Towne Center mall in Chula Vista California, was forced to shoot one of three armed burglary suspects as they broke into the business. That afternoon, NBC 7/39 interviewed Practical Defense Systems Co-founder, regarding […]

The title of this article echoes the number one question I get from my security guard students every month.  It typically comes in the form of, “I’ve got a wife and kids to feed. How can I make more money?”  Fortunately, the answer is simple.  But, before I lay out the “how to” perhaps I […]

The following is an email response I sent to a student who asked me how to carry a handgun while hiking. In the state in which she hikes carrying a gun without a permit is legal.  If you opt to carry a firearm while hiking, this advice may be helpful.  Just make sure that carrying […]

The Importance of Proper CPR/First Aid Techniques on the Job Photo courtesy of Rama It can sometimes be easy to overlook just how important CPR and first aid techniques can be, especially in a workplace setting. Although the majority of the time these first aid techniques will not be required, which can lull you into […]

You MAY NOT shoot at a fleeing suspect unless that individual is presenting an immediate threat of death or great bodily harm as he flees.  In plain English, if he’s not trying to kill you or somebody else, you cannot use deadly force to stop him from getting away. 

…no standard across the board answer exists. The best home defense gun is going to be different for each one of us. As an approach to finding the answer that is best for you, I suggest starting with all options on the table and then using a process of elimination based upon your specific needs, your physical ability, and what type of gun you might actually like to take to the range.

“Certainly, there is a “guard” component of executive protection.  Still, that is a very small part of the overall job.  An executive protection team is primarily focused on preventing threats rather than dealing with threats once they materialize.  With that in mind, keeping your client’s personal information secure is of paramount importance.”