In Colorado, there is no statewide regulations around the security industry. However, Some municipalities have enacted their own policies regarding background checks, physicals, training, and licensing. The City of Denver has the strictest standards for security companies and guards. At BLACKWATCH, we meet and exceed these standards and practice the same standards throughout the state.
To be a security guard in Denver, you must meet these minimum requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age to be an unarmed guard
- Must be at least 21 years of age to be an armed guard.
- Must be a resident of Colorado
- Must be a United States citizen or registered resident alien
- Must have a valid Colorado ID
- Must have a valid Social Security card
- Must pass an FBI/CBI background check
- Must pass a Denver-approved security guard physical
- Must pass a Denver-approved security guard training class (16hr minimum)
- Must pass an NRA or P.O.S.T. firearms certification (armed guards only)(5hr min classroom/3hr min range)
