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INVESTIGATIONS AND SECURITY TRAINING SERVICES
BUREAU OF SECURITY AND INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES (BSIS) LICENSED TRAINING FACILITY, FIREARMS AND BATON TRAINING TFB 1423, TIB 2050, TFF 1328, TIF 2145, PI 11754.
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LOS ANGELES LOSS PREVENTION INSTITUTE OF PRIVATE POST SECONDARY EDUCATION (exempt)
CA Education Code § 94874(f)
POST SECONDARY EDUCATION CLASSES — ESTABLISHED DECEMBER 2025. NEW CERTIFICATE CLASSES STARTING JANUARY 2026.
Visit Official BPPE Web SiteNational Rifle Association (NRA) Firearms Classes
NRA FIREARM CLASSES FOR "BASIC PISTOL, RIFLE, SHOTGUN AND CCW. LOOK FOR SPECIAL VETERANS FEES FOR CERTAIN FIREARMS CLASSES". Obtain Your certification now and learn the Basic Fundamentals of Firearms "Safe Handling and Shooting Skills", including the correct rules for "Buying, Possession, Transporting, Safe Handling, Shooting, Target Types, Recreational and Competition Shooting".
Range Safety Officer (RSO) Classes
9 Hours training. Learn from an experienced Range Safety Officer (CRSO). National Certificate issued. Fee: $125.00.
Dates: October 18th 2026, October 29th 2026
Next BSIS Firearms Class
14 hour class (8 hrs classroom, 6 hrs range). Fee: $225.00.
- • PSI Exam Fee: $60.00
- • Live Scan Fee: $110.00
- • BSIS Application Fee: $110.00 (via BreEZe)
COMMAND DECISIONS BOOK SERIES
1. Introduction to Domestic Terrorism
Basic Introduction to DOMESTIC TERRORISM. "The Security Officer has to be Lucky Everyday, the Terrorist only Once!" By knowing your elements to spot domestic terrorism while being alert and responsive will save lives.
2. Security Officer Ethics
The hardest part of Security is keeping your ETHICS for work. You must know your own Philosophy about life and how you view it in the world. The Operation of laws and how they Protect you and Punish you for failing to follow your Ethics and the Road of Honor.
3. Use of Force
Knowing When to use Force. Escalation and De-Escalation Techniques. Conflict Resolution. Knowing Human Rights, Civil Rights and Legal Rights of the Accused.
2026 RANGE CALENDAR — Angeles Shooting Ranges
Tom George Range (Pistol & Shotgun) & Eagles Nest A, B, C, D (Pistol, Shotgun, Rifle, Tactical).
REQUALIFICATION AVAILABLE AT ALL THESE DATES FOR EXISTING BSIS FA PERMIT HOLDERS ($95.00 Fee includes all 4 calibers: 38/357, 9mm, .40 Cal). Must bring own firearm and ammunition.
Tactical Training Elements & Disciplines
Specialized drills including Active Shooter Team Tactics, Drawing from Cover Garment, Active vs Passive Partners, Cover and Concealment, Moving with a Firearm, Deployment Strategies, Suspect Negotiations, Defensive Accuracy, Securing the Scene, Securing Evidence, and Tactics Debrief.
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ABOUT US
INVESTIGATIONS AND SECURITY TRAINING SERVICES
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About Us
los Angeles Loss Prevention is a fully licensed in CA for Investigations (PI11754) and Security Training company. We specialize in training for security guards.
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Firearms Facility License TFF 1328 and Instructor License TIF 2145, Baton Facility License TIB 1423 and Baton Instructor License TIB 2050
We offer NRA Training in Basic Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun and CCW training and are certified as a Chief Range Safety Officer. We conduct Initial Guard Card Training, Initial security Firearms Training, Chemical Agent Training, Baton Training, including bi-annual renewal, and Bi-annual Re-Qualifications for firearms permit holders. We also teach Use of Force and how to pass the BSIS Personal Assessment Exam so you can apply for your Firearms Permit. We are fully insured for Firearms Training.
Range time for Firearms qualifications are available all year round at the Angeles Shooting Ranges in Sylmar, CA. through our training services.
HUMAN RIGHTS TRAINING
The Private Security Industry is one of the largest growing Industries in the United States. The Rise in crime and defunding of Police Departments have resulted in many citizens feeling unsafe. Police response is taking longer due to decreased officer levels. Business and People are looking to hiring “Private Security” to protect their businesses and themselves, as well as carrying Self Defense Weapons and their use. As Private Security take over enforcement activities once provided by law Enforcement agencies, they musty be ever vigilant of the violation of “Human Rights, Civil Rights and Legal rights of the Public”. Education and Training is a valuable tool to lessen the liability of violations.
HUMAN RIGHTS TRAINING (Know the Difference between Human Rights, Civil Rights and Legal Rights)
Peter G. Hilton JD is a certified Level II Human Rights Consultant (Human Rights, Anti Sex Trafficking, Business and Digital Citizenship) though the United States Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR)
Private Security Officers and Business Entities must know the difference between Human Rights, Civil Rights and Legal rights to avoid liability for their acts while in the performance of their duties with “Employees, Business Clients and the Public”.
Recognized 30 Human Rights were adopted and translated in 500 languages by the UN at the United Nations General Assembly in Paris on 10 December 1948 (General Assembly resolution 217 A) as a common standard of achievements for all peoples and all nations.
Civil Rights
Are adopted through a countries “Constitutions or Charters”.
Legal Rights
are enacted through laws by countries and have Civil or Criminal Enforcement
Loss Prevention & Security Services
Filter through our primary security capabilities below.
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Stopping shoplifting, internal theft, and organized retail theft rings across California.
Combatting Retail Shrink
Our retail division places trained plainclothes floor walkers and high-visibility entry guards in boutique and luxury retail locations.
Schedule Store Audit Assessment
Executive & VIP Close Protection
Personal close protection officers for executives, celebrities, and VIPs.
Ex-military and law enforcement personal protection officers with specialized tactical credentials.
Secure motorcade transit across Southern California & secure airport transfers.
Venue sweeps, entry route scouting, and active risk mitigation protocols.
TRAINING CLASS FEES
BSIS FEES AND USEFUL SECURITY OFFICER INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS — Private Post Secondary Education Institution
California Code, Education Code - EDC § 94874 (Current as of January 01, 2024)
Except as provided in Sections 94874.2, 94874.7, and 94927.5, the following are exempt from this chapter:
(f) An institution that does not award degrees and that solely provides educational programs for total charges of two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) or less when no part of the total charges is paid from state or federal student financial aid programs. The bureau may adjust this cost threshold based upon the California Consumer Price Index and post notification of the adjusted cost threshold on its internet website as the bureau determines, through the promulgation of regulations, that the adjustment is consistent with the intent of this chapter.
Los Angeles Loss Prevention is regulated through the above section for Private Post Secondary Education and does not offer Degrees.
CATALOG OF CLASSES STARTING JANUARY 2026
NRA Classes
los Angeles Loss Prevention offers National Rifle Association (NRA) classes to the Public and Security Officers.
Peter G. Hilton JD, Owner and Chief Instructor of Los Angeles Loss Prevention (Established in 1985), is certified by the NRA to teach Basic Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, CCW and Range Safety Officer classes. Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Firearms Courses and Security Officer Skills courses. California Department of Justice (CADOJ) Firearms Safety Classes and CCW Classes.
CCW 4 to 16 Hours: Prices vary based upon Law Enforcement Jurisdiction Requirement for permit.
We are fully insured for Firearms Training. Range time for Firearms qualifications are available all year round at the Angeles Shooting Ranges in Sylmar, CA.
Guard Cards & BSIS Certification
los Angeles Loss Prevention is fully licensed in CA for Investigations (PI11754) and a Security Training company through BSIS (TFB1423, TFF1328). To become a Security Guard and receive a Guard Card Registration Permit from BSIS, main regulating laws include CCR, BPC, and CPC.
Covers Private Person Powers of Arrest, Relationship between Security Guard & Law Enforcement, Use of Force Guidelines & CPC 835(a) Objective Reasonable Force.
* Does not include additional Live Scan fees or BSIS state application fees.
Chemical Agents — $65.00
BSIS & DOJ certified 4-hour class (lecture, videos, physical training). Teaches legal aspects, possession, carrying, use, and reporting per CCR Div 7, BPC 7581/7583, and CPC 22835. Includes Pocket ID Card & Certificate.
Baton Permit (Initial & Renewal) — $95.00
8-hour class (4 hrs lecture / 4 hrs physical). Certifies on Straight/Expandable, Side Handle/Expandable, and Riot Baton. Includes final exam, Baton Certificate, and Pocket ID Card.
BSIS Firearms Permit — $225.00
14 hours total (8 hrs classroom / 6 hrs range qualification). Requires valid Guard Card, 21+ age, US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
Requalification for existing Firearms Permit holders available at all range dates ($95.00 fee includes all 4 calibers: .38/.357, 9mm, .40 Cal).
SECURITY OFFICER SKILLS PROGRAM SYLLABUS
Title 16, Division 7 of California Code of Regulations (§ 643)
I. Power to Arrest Course (4 Hours)
Delineated at BPC § 7583.7 covering legal aspects, escalation/de-escalation, restraint techniques, trespass laws, and 100% exam score completion. Note: WMD terrorism awareness has been substituted by Use of Force / Objective Reasonable Force 835(a) CPC.
II. Mandatory Courses (16 Hours Total)
III. Elective Courses Outline A–Z (16 Hours Total)
IV. Continuing Education (8 Hours Annually)
Pursuant to BPC § 7583.6(f)(1), registered guards must complete 8 hours of annual refresher or expanded training each year. Certificates of completion are issued per 16 CCR § 643(b).
Case Studies & Proven Results
$1.2M in inventory saved within 12 months using plainclothes floor agents.
24/7 access control gates and armed port escorts.
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Contact Dr. Peter G. Hilton JD — Email: admissions@lalossprevention.com / pghiltonla@gmail.com
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14353 Gridley Rd, Norwalk, CA 90650
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