Canine Security Validation

Program Overview

Canine Security Validation

Program Overview

The Canine Security Validation program is designed for BC security guards who use canines. The program is administered by the JIBC Private Security Industry Canine Program and is based on the minimum performance standards developed by JIBC and the Ministry of Justice, Security Programs and Police Technology Division.

Validation Tests

Validation of canine teams is based on the minimum performance standards. The validation tests are conducted by a JIBC qualified evaluator in accordance with the Security Dog Validation Standards (PDF) handout. Validations must be renewed each year.

The validation tests, or required tasks, are designed to determine the proficiency and reliability of the canine team in two distinct profiles:

• Protection (including Human Scent detection)
• Signature Odour Scent Work (Narcotic or Explosives)

Successful Completion

Students will receive a Canine Security Validation Certificate for one of the two profiles and a copy of their validation test results.

Program Details

• Who should take this program?: BC security guards who use canines.
• Program duration: Not specified.
• Program format: Validation tests conducted by a JIBC qualified evaluator.
• Program location: Not specified.
• Program fees: Not specified.

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Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This validation program empowers security professionals and businesses in BC to utilize canine units in their security services. Successful completion grants authorization from the BC Registrar of Security Services.

Outline:

Following the minimum performance standards set by JIBC and the Ministry of Justice, the validation process involves two distinct profiles:

• Protection (including Human Scent detection): Evaluates proficiency and reliability in protection scenarios, including human scent detection.
• Signature Odour Scent Work (Narcotic or Explosives): Assesses proficiency in detecting narcotics or explosives through scent identification.

Assessment:

A JIBC qualified evaluator administers the validation tests based on the Security Dog Validation Standards document. This program involves a qualified evaluator conducting the validation tests and providing feedback.

Careers:

Upon successful validation, graduates can utilize canine units within their security services, enhancing their offerings and potentially expanding their business opportunities.

Other:

• The program is designed for security businesses and security guards in BC using canines for security services.
• Prerequisite for applying for authorization is successful completion of the Validation Standards Competency Test through JIBC.