6.1 KiB
License: P31054401
TEXAS OCCUPATIONS CODE Chapter 1702: Private Security
001 to 084: Committee Setup
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.084 There is a public list of security-related disciplinary enforcements by the commission
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.102 A Security Services Contractor is defined as a alarm, car, courier, guard, or locksmith company
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.108 Description of guard company: Includes personal protection officer
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.110 Application Requirements
(b) Security Services Contractor must maintain a physical address
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.113 Disqualifying attributes for a company license or security officer commission (felony, prison, etc.)
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.115 Applicant for Security Services Contractor License - Additional Qualifications Two consecutive years' experience in the security services field as an employee or owner of an security services company or satisfy other requirements set by the commission.
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.117 Applicant for Security Services Contractor License - Examination is required
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.1183 Reciprocal License - for other jurisdictions or former members of the armed forces, according to committee standards According to https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/private-security/company-representative-experience-and-examination-information, there is no acceptance of reciprocal state agreements
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.124 Company License Application requires Insurance
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.161 "Commissioned Security Officer" = One with a gun
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.163 An applicant employed by a company license holder is not eligible for a security officer commission unless the applicant submits as part of the application satisfactory evidence that the applicant has:
(1) Completed the basic training course at a school or under an instructor approved by the department; (2) Met each qualification established by this chapter and administrative rule; (3) Achieved the score required by the department on the examination under Section 1702.1685; (4) Demonstrated to the satisfaction of the firearm training instructor that the applicant has complied with other department standards for minimum marksmanship competency with a handgun; and (5) Provided proof of completion by and the results of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory test for the applicant.
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.230 Application for Individual License (NCO)
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.323 Security departments for a private business do not need a license or to interact with the state unless the officer is carrying a gun, in which case they must apply for an individual license
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.1702.htm#1702.331 Sec. 1702.331. PERSONAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS. (a) In this section, "personal emergency response system" means an alarm system that is:
Company Representatives https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/private-security/company-representative-experience-and-examination-information
Each company representative must meet the eligibility requirements of Occ. Code Section 1702.113, meet all qualification and experience requirements listed below, and pass a written examination administered by the department. If a company representative lacks the experience to qualify in each category of service included in a license or application, the license holder must designate an additional company representative who is responsible for each service for which the primary company representative is not qualified. All company representatives must pass the examination.
Guard Company:
- At least three (3) years accumulated employment experience in the field in which the applicant's prospective employer is licensed; and
- At least one (1) year of experience in a managerial or supervisory position
Company Reps as Guards https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/private-security/faq/company-questions Owners can automatically perform unarmed duties; will need to get a regular license to perform armed ones. Anyone with less than a 51% stake needs to go through the process
Individual License Training Requirements https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/private-security/faq/individual-license-questions
Security Officer and Personal Protection Officer applicants are required to submit training certificates as part of the application.
- Non-Commission Security Officer applicants must submit a Level II Training certificate.
- Commission Security Officer applicants must submit Level II and Level III Training certificates in addition to the Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health.
- Personal Protection Officer applicants must submit Level II, Level III, and Level IV Training certificates in addition to the Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health.
All other licenses do not require training as a prerequisite to licensure.
POTENTIAL BUSINESSES
Churches
Schools Public schools can hire private security, according to H.B. 3
Apartment Complexes
Storage Units
Places that get graffiti'd
Places in the hood
Austin Gov't https://www.austintexas.gov/department/city-council/2017/20170615-reg.htm item 39 ralph riojas
Concerts
HEB ( currently under Allied Universal ): https://maps.app.goo.gl/MiTKVySgyj9VdMDp9)
Construction Sites
The Mall
Competitors
Allied Universal is the boogeyman, 800,000 employees, third largest U.S. global employer