Church Security Training
Recent changes in California law have significantly shifted the regulatory landscape for faith-based organizations. With the removal of key exemptions, churches must now ensure their security and safety teams meet heightened standards for training and professionalism.
Mana Group Training Solutions provides the expert, tactical, and medical training necessary to equip your team, mitigating risk and ensuring best practices in the face of evolving compliance requirements. Don’t hide behind loopholes. Secure your sanctuary with confidence.
The New Regulatory Reality for California Churches
The passage of recent California legislation, including the amendments to the Proprietary Security Services Act (PSSA) (which removed the long-standing exemption for charitable/philanthropic organizations), has brought church safety teams under the spotlight.
This legislation mandates a higher level of scrutiny for individuals performing security-like functions, particularly if they are:
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Identified as “Security” (even if volunteer).
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Wearing distinctive uniforms that identify them as a security officer.
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Performing armed duties (which may trigger Private Patrol Operator requirements).
Why Professional Training is Your Compliance Shield
While your volunteers or staff may not require a full BSIS guard card, having them trained to the professional industry standard is the most effective way to demonstrate your church’s due diligence and commitment to safety. Mana Group’s training helps you achieve this by providing:
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Documented Expertise: Professional training records are invaluable evidence in demonstrating that your team meets a duty of care to your congregation, which is crucial in potential legal or insurance claims.
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Standardized Procedures: We install clear, professional, and defensible Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for threat response and conflict management, directly addressing the legislative emphasis on clear scope and accountability.
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Reduced Liability: An untrained team is a major liability. Our programs teach the necessary skills in de-escalation, use of force, and legal parameters to help prevent minor issues from escalating into major legal or physical crises.
Mana Group Can Provide Training in the Following Areas:
- BSIS Guard Card: Powers of Arrest, Use of Force, Deescalation and more.
- Exposed Firearms Permit
- BSIS Baton Training
- BSIS Taser Training
- CCW Training & Certification for Orange County and others.
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) Certification
- Stop the Bleed
- CPR, BLS, AHD
The Mana Group Advantage: Real-Time Confidence
“The training received in the courses provided is sure to elevate one’s skillset and confidence in real-time applications.” We don’t just teach theory; we prepare your team for the decisive moment, ensuring they can act with honor, courage, and protection.
Ready to protect your community with unyielding confidence and compliance?
Request a consultation to tailor a training program for your unique security team structure and needs.