Tex. Occ. Code Section 1702.1675
Training Programs


(a)

The commission shall establish a basic training course for commissioned security officers. The course must include, at a minimum:

(1)

general security officer training issues;

(2)

classroom instruction on handgun proficiency and self-defense tactics; and

(3)

range instruction on handgun proficiency.

(b)

The course must be offered and taught by schools and instructors approved by the department. To receive department approval, a school or an instructor must submit an application to the department on a form provided by the department.

(c)

The basic training course established under this section must consist of a minimum of 30 hours.

(d)

The general security officer training portion of the course must include instruction on:

(1)

applicable rules and state laws;

(2)

field note taking and report writing; and

(3)

any other topics of security officer training curriculum the department considers necessary.

(e)

The department shall develop a commissioned security officer training manual that contains applicable state laws and rules to be used in the instruction and training of commissioned security officers.

(f)

The commission shall adopt rules necessary to administer the provisions of this section concerning the training requirements of this chapter.

(g)

The handgun proficiency and self-defense course must include at least 10 hours and not more than 15 hours of in-person instruction with an on-site instructor approved by the department on:

(1)

the laws that relate to weapons and to the use of deadly force;

(2)

handgun use, proficiency, and safety;

(3)

nonviolent dispute resolution;

(4)

proper storage practices for handguns, with an emphasis on storage practices that eliminate the possibility of accidental injury to a child; and

(5)

self-defense tactics.

(h)

The range instruction on handgun proficiency must include an actual demonstration by the applicant of the applicant’s ability to safely and proficiently use a handgun. The applicant must demonstrate, at a minimum, the degree of proficiency that is required to effectively operate a 9-millimeter or .38-caliber handgun.

(i)

The commission by rule shall establish minimum standards for handgun proficiency that are at least as stringent as the standards for handgun proficiency developed under Section 411.188 (Handgun Proficiency Requirement), Government Code.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 14.617, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1146 (H.B. 2730), Sec. 4.52, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 595 (S.B. 616), Sec. 5.059, eff. September 1, 2019.
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1015 (H.B. 3424), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2023.

Source: Section 1702.1675 — Training Programs, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.­1702.­htm#1702.­1675 (accessed Mar. 23, 2024).

1702.001
Short Title
1702.002
Definitions
1702.004
General Scope of Regulation
1702.005
Department of Public Safety
1702.006
Foreign Entity Registration
1702.021
Committee Membership
1702.023
Eligibility of Public Members
1702.024
Membership and Employee Restrictions
1702.025
Terms
1702.026
Officers
1702.027
Grounds for Removal
1702.028
Reimbursement
1702.029
Meetings
1702.031
Duties of Advisory Committee
1702.032
Commission Liaison
1702.041
Chief Administrator
1702.042
Personnel
1702.044
Qualifications and Standards of Conduct Information
1702.061
General Powers and Duties
1702.062
Fees
1702.063
Use of Fines
1702.064
Rules Restricting Advertising or Competitive Bidding
1702.067
Records
1702.068
Appeal Bond Not Required
1702.084
Public Access to Certain Records of Disciplinary Actions
1702.085
Confidentiality of Records
1702.101
Investigations Company License Required
1702.102
Security Services Contractor License Required
1702.103
Classification and Limitation of Company Licenses
1702.104
Investigations Company
1702.105
Alarm Systems Company
1702.106
Armored Car Company
1702.107
Courier Company
1702.108
Guard Company
1702.110
Application for Company License
1702.112
Form of Company License
1702.113
General Qualifications for Company License or Security Officer Commission
1702.114
Additional Qualifications for Investigations Company License
1702.115
Additional Qualifications for Security Services Contractor License
1702.117
Examination
1702.118
Examination Results
1702.122
Temporary Continuation of Company License Holder’s Business
1702.123
Insurance
1702.124
Insurance Requirement
1702.125
Bond Requirement
1702.127
Company License Holder Employees
1702.128
Posting of Company License Required
1702.129
Notice of Certain Changes
1702.130
Use of Certain Titles, Uniforms, Insignia, or Identifications Prohibited
1702.131
Advertising
1702.132
Reports to Employer or Client
1702.133
Confidentiality
1702.134
Company License Holder Exemptions from Certain Local Regulations
1702.161
Security Officer Commission Required
1702.162
Employer’s Application for Security Officer Commission
1702.163
Qualifications for Security Officer Commission
1702.165
Issuance of Security Officer Commission
1702.167
Termination of Employment as Commissioned Security Officer
1702.168
Firearm Requirements
1702.169
Firearm Restrictions
1702.170
Nonapplicability of Firearm Restrictions
1702.171
Security Officer Commission Records
1702.181
Notice and Registration Required
1702.182
Security Department of Private Business
1702.184
Local Regulation of Certain Security Services for Private Businesses
1702.201
Personal Protection Officer License Required
1702.202
Personal Protection Officer
1702.203
Application for Personal Protection Officer License
1702.204
Personal Protection Officer License
1702.205
Personal Protection Officer Training
1702.206
Limited Authority to Carry Firearms
1702.221
Individual License Required
1702.222
Security Officer
1702.223
Alarm Systems Installer
1702.224
Alarm Systems Monitor
1702.229
Qualifications for Individual License
1702.230
Application for Individual License
1702.232
Pocket Cards
1702.233
Duration of Pocket Cards
1702.234
Transfer of Individual License
1702.235
Preemployment Check for Noncommissioned Security Officers
1702.236
Examination and Training Requirements for Electronic Access Control Device Installers
1702.239
Training Requirements for Alarm Systems Installer
1702.240
Exemptions for Undercover Agent
1702.241
Jurisprudence Examination
1702.282
Criminal History Check
1702.283
Cruelty to Animals
1702.284
Alarm Systems Records Confidential
1702.285
False Representation
1702.286
Duties of Alarm Systems Company
1702.287
Detection Device Control Panels
1702.288
Notice of Certain Information to Recipient of Alarm System Services
1702.289
Inspections
1702.301
Expiration
1702.302
License Renewal
1702.303
Renewal of Expired License by Out-of-state Practitioner
1702.305
Effect of License Renewal on Disciplinary Action
1702.306
Effect of Suspension on License Renewal Requirements
1702.308
Continuing Education
1702.309
Security Officer Commission Renewal
1702.321
Government Employees
1702.322
Law Enforcement Personnel
1702.323
Security Department of Private Business
1702.324
Certain Occupations
1702.325
Common Carriers
1702.326
Medical Alert Services
1702.327
Nonprofit and Civic Organizations
1702.328
Security Systems Sales and Installation
1702.329
Fire Alarm and Detection Sales and Installation
1702.330
Security Personnel of Private Institution of Higher Education
1702.331
Personal Emergency Response Systems
1702.332
Telematics Service Providers
1702.333
Certain Volunteers
1702.361
Denial and Disciplinary Actions
1702.363
Application of Administrative Procedure Act
1702.364
Summary Actions
1702.365
Abduction of Child
1702.367
Complaint Investigation
1702.368
Notification of Conviction for Certain Offenses
1702.369
No Reinstatement After Revocation
1702.370
Effect of Suspension
1702.372
Recusal of Commission Member
1702.381
Civil Penalty
1702.382
Injunction
1702.383
Action for Civil Penalty or Injunction
1702.384
Falsification of Certain Documents
1702.386
Unauthorized Employment
1702.387
Failure to Surrender Certain Documents
1702.388
Violation of Chapter
1702.389
Venue
1702.0635
Restrictions on Certain Rules
1702.0645
Payment of Fees and Fines
1702.1025
Electronic Access Control Device Company License Required
1702.1055
Electronic Access Control Device Company
1702.1056
Locksmith Company
1702.1183
Reciprocal Company License for Certain Applicants
1702.1186
Provisional Company License
1702.1675
Training Programs
1702.1685
Handgun Proficiency Examination
1702.2226
Electronic Access Control Device Installer
1702.2227
Locksmith
1702.2305
Provisional Individual License
1702.2865
Customer Authorization Required for Certain Locksmith Services
1702.3705
Prohibition Against Certain Political Subdivisions Acting as Alarm Systems Company
1702.3835
Deceptive Trade Practice
1702.3841
Insufficient Insurance Coverage
1702.3863
Unauthorized Contract with Bail Bond Surety
1702.3867
Execution of Capias or Arrest Warrant
1702.3875
Impersonating Security Officer
1702.3876
Impersonating Private Investigator

Accessed:
Mar. 23, 2024

§ 1702.1675’s source at texas​.gov