Common questions, plain answers.
Hiring security
What's the minimum contract length?
We don't have one. We staff one-night events as readily as multi-year posts. Most ongoing clients run on a month-to-month service agreement that either side can adjust with 30 days' notice.
How quickly can you start coverage?
For standard posts in Southern California we can typically deploy within 24–72 hours of a signed agreement. Same-day coverage is possible for emergencies — call us directly and we'll tell you honestly whether we can staff it.
Are your guards armed or unarmed?
Both. We provide unarmed officers by default. Armed officers carry a current BSIS exposed firearm permit, qualify on the range regularly, and are deployed only when the post and client request requires it.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. We hold a California Private Patrol Operator (PPO) license through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services and carry general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Certificates of insurance are available on request.
Do you write incident and daily activity reports?
Every shift produces a daily activity report (DAR) delivered to a contact of your choice. Incidents are reported in real time by phone and followed by a written incident report the same shift.
Training & Guard Card
How do I get a California Guard Card?
Three steps: (1) complete the 8-hour Power to Arrest course, (2) Live Scan fingerprinting, (3) submit your application to BSIS. We teach the course, walk you through Live Scan referrals, and offer a Guard Card processing session to submit the application correctly.
Do I have to take the firearm course at R&B if I trained elsewhere?
No. Any BSIS-aligned firearm course is accepted toward your exposed firearm permit. If you're starting from scratch we'd love to be your school — we run our class small and the range time is real.
How often do you run classes?
Guard Card and firearm courses run regularly throughout the month. Submit an inquiry and we'll send the next available dates.
Can my employer pay for my training?
Yes — we invoice employers directly when an organization enrolls multiple officers. Get in touch with the company name and number of seats and we'll send a quote.
About R&B
What's your service area?
We're based in Paramount and primarily serve Los Angeles and Orange counties. We'll travel further for larger contracts and events — call us with your details.
Do you do background checks on every guard?
Yes. Every officer is BSIS-licensed (which requires a state and federal background check) and goes through our internal hiring process before stepping on a post.
Ready to talk security?
Tell us about your property, event, or training goal. We'll respond same business day with next steps and pricing.
Speak with us
310-438-3044Mon–Fri 8a–6p · Sat 9a–2p · 24/7 dispatch for active clients
7300 Alondra Blvd, Suite 201, Paramount, CA 90723