How to Recognize a Concealed Handgun

A Primer for a Safe Workplace

Created by: Cole Morris
Board Certified in Security Management

What Will I Learn?

• Understand the emotional and political sensitivity of firearm possession.
• Describe behavioral traits indicative of a concealed handgun.
• Identify the two basic type of concealed gun carriers.
• Describe physical traits indicative of a concealed handgun.
• Explain basic communicative skills when confronting a suspected gun carrier
• Understand the importance of determining a subject's "dominant side."
• Enhance confidence when approaching a person with a suspected weapon.

Requirements

• None. This course is intentionally designed for students with a wide range of backgrounds.

Target audience

• Private Security Officers/Guards
• Retail Staff
• School Teachers/Support Staff
• Bank/Credit Union Staff
• Hospital Staff
• Nightclubs (Door Managers/Bar Tenders)
• Human Resources Staff
• Social Workers
• Small Business Owners
• Anyone responsible for maintaining a safe, weapons free environment.