Can a security guard/private investigators use the following equipment?
a. Batons/Nightsticks While batons are not considered prohibited weapons, security guards and private investigators should not use or carry batons, truncheons, nightsticks, billy clubs or any similar item as a weapon. Possessing or using this equipment could place an individual in violation of the Criminal Code. b. Firearms No. Individuals licenced under the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act may not carry any type of restricted weapon. c. Handcuffs The use of handcuffs, although not specifically prohibited, should be closely monitored by each licenced agency. As a general rule, only a minimum level of force may be used to restrain a person being lawfully placed under arrest. Any other application of force is an unjustified assault and may lead to violations of the Criminal Code. d. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray No. Security guards and private investigators are prohibited from the possession/use of pepper spray. OC spray is considered a prohibited weapon under the Criminal C
