Radio Procedures & Evacuation Procedures

About This Class

Clear communication and a calm, organized response are what turn a chaotic moment into a manageable one — whether you're relaying information over radio or guiding people to safety during an evacuation.

This 4-hour elective course covers both proper radio protocol and evacuation planning and execution, two skills that go hand in hand during a real emergency.

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What You'll Learn

• Standard radio terminology and protocol used across security operations
• Proper procedures for routine check-ins, requests, and incident reporting over radio
• Evacuation planning basics — routes, assembly points, and accounting for occupants
• How to guide occupants calmly and efficiently during a live evacuation, using radio to coordinate with other guards
• Communicating clear instructions under pressure, on radio and in person
• Coordinating with other guards, dispatch, and emergency responders during an evacuation
• Handling common evacuation challenges — blocked exits, panic, and non-compliant occupants
• Real-world scenarios and practice exercises to apply these skills before you're using them on the job

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Course Format & Details

This is an in-person, instructor-led course taught at our BSIS-authorized training facility in Sacramento. Instruction combines classroom lecture with practical exercises so you leave with real experience, not just theory.

• Format: In-person, instructor-led
• Duration: 4 hours
• Location: Sacramento, CA
• Class size: Small groups for individual instruction and feedback

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Who Should Take This Course

This course counts toward your 16 hours of Elective training, due within 6 months of your guard card being issued. It's built for:

• Licensed security guards who need to complete their Elective training hours
• Proprietary private security officers (PSOs) completing their required training hours
• Anyone working a post that relies on radio communication or would be responsible for guiding an evacuation — office buildings, retail, event venues, or residential properties

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Requirements

No prior experience is required. You'll need a valid photo ID and your BSIS guard card or proof of application. Please arrive a few minutes early — late arrivals may not be able to receive credit for the full session.

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Explore Other Elective Courses

Radio Procedures & Evacuation Procedures is one of several elective courses that count toward your required 16 hours of Elective training. Browse our full list of elective courses to round out your hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this course count toward my Elective hours?

‍Yes — Radio Procedures & Evacuation Procedures counts toward your required 16 hours of Elective training, due within 6 months of your guard card being issued.

Why are radio procedures and evacuation procedures taught together?

‍The two skills overlap in practice — coordinating an evacuation almost always relies on clear radio communication — so we cover them in one combined session instead of two separate classes.

Do I need my guard card in hand before I take this class?

‍You can take this course with an active application on file with BSIS — you don't need to have received the physical card yet.

What happens if I need to reschedule?

‍Contact us as soon as you know you can't make your scheduled session and we'll help get you into another upcoming date.

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Taught at our BSIS-authorized training facility.