NYS Security Training
We offer every course you need to become a licensed security guard in New York State, unarmed or armed:
• 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training: the first step toward your unarmed security guard license.
• 16-Hour On-the-Job Training (OJT): you must finish this within 90 days of starting work.
• 47-Hour Firearms Training: required to become an armed security guard.
• 8-Hour Annual In-Service Course: offered every month at two locations, Belle Terre and the Nassau County Range. You must take this course every year. The security guard license is good for two years.
Armed courses are held in Suffolk, Nassau, and Brooklyn.
Private unarmed training: School districts and agencies can book private unarmed training, and we can come to your site to teach it.
More class locations: Check our course calendar for classes at other sites, including the Parrish Art Museum, Southampton Code Enforcement, Southampton Schools, Mattituck Schools, and Sag Harbor.
Call 631-876-5438 to sign up or to set up private training.
HR-218 / L.E.O.S.A. Firearms Qualification
For active and retired law enforcement officers on Long Island and in New York City.
The Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA), also known as HR-218, allows qualified active and retired officers to carry a concealed firearm across state lines, subject to federal requirements. Retired officers must keep up their annual firearms qualification.
• About 2½ hours
• Safety review and HR-218 / LEOSA requirements
• 50-round DCJS course of fire, 70% to pass
• Retired officers receive a photo HR-218 Qualification Card
CPR/AED with First Aid & Defensive Driving
CPR/AED with First Aid & Defensive Driving
Open to the public, or we can do private training at your site.
CPR/AED with First Aid: Hands-on training in adult, child and infant CPR, how to use an AED, and basic first aid for common emergencies. Good for workplaces, schools, coaches, caregivers, and anyone who wants to be ready to help.
Defensive Driving: A course that teaches safe driving habits and how to avoid crashes and hazards on the road.
Join a scheduled class open to the public, or call 631-876-5438 to set up private training for your business or group at your location.
OSHA Programs
​Safety Quest is dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and ensuring compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. We offer a comprehensive suite of OSHA-related training and consulting services designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses across various industries.​
About us
For over 30 years, Safety Quest has been New York’s trusted leader in security guard training and certification. We provide top-tier armed and unarmed security guard training, ensuring our graduates meet all state licensing requirements with confidence. Our comprehensive programs also include OSHA safety training, CPR certification, and EMT courses, equipping individuals with lifesaving skills and workplace safety knowledge. Whether you’re starting your career in security or looking to enhance your credentials, our expert instructors and state-of-the-art training facility will prepare you for success. Join thousands of professionals who trust us for exceptional training, real-world expertise, and career advancement in the security industry.
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