Chemical Agents

National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS), in partnership with Guard Boss, is committed to providing high-quality security and professional development training designed to prepare students for real-world success in the private security industry. This course is designed to train you in the safe, effective, and lawful use of chemical agents while emphasizing professionalism, liability prevention, and de-escalation techniques.

Throughout this course, students will learn:

• Techniques to de-escalate and prevent incidents before they escalate, ensuring chemical agents remain a last resort
• The differences between various chemical agents and which options may be most effective in different scenarios
• The short- and long-term effects of chemical agents, including risks for individuals with certain medical conditions
• Proper storage, handling, and deployment procedures for tear gas, pepper spray, and other airborne or waterborne chemical agents
• Legal considerations, documentation requirements, and reporting procedures following the use of force or deployment of chemical agents
• Best practices for maintaining safety for both security personnel and bystanders
• The goal of this training is to ensure students understand how to safely and lawfully handle chemical agents while minimizing unnecessary harm and reducing liability exposure.

PURCHASE OF THIS COURSE ALSO INCLUDES ADDITIONAL NATIONAL IPS STUDENT BENEFITS

As part of the National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS) student experience, students who complete courses with National IPS may receive access to additional professional development resources, career guidance, and approved employer job prospects through our industry and professional network partnerships. While National IPS does not guarantee employment, students may gain access to potential opportunities with participating employers and security organizations, including companies such as M1 Global Security when they email our student Success department at Contact@nationalips.com with a screenshot of their certificate.

National IPS is also proud to partner with Empire State University through an educational partnership that may provide eligible students access to exclusive educational opportunities, including the potential to earn college credit for select National IPS courses that may be applied toward a degree program.

For additional information regarding the Empire State University partnership, students and graduates may contact Recruitment Officer George Strothmann at George.strothmann@sunyempire.edu or visit the Empire State University Request Information Page here: https://sunyempire.edu/request-info.html. When you email (Please make sure to submit a screenshot of your National Institute of Public Safety/Guard Boss certificate for verification).

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