25E - Locksmith

18 hours (excluding examination)
 

  1. Code of Virginia and 6VAC20-174, Regulations Relating to Private Security Services
     
  2. Signs of Terrorism 
     
  3. Orientation to Locksmithing
    1. History of locksmithing
    2. Ethics
    3. Trade resources
    4. Terminology
    5. Professional conduct
    6. Job safety
       
  4. Public Safety Codes
    1. NFPA (80, 101)
    2. Overview of Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
    3. ADA
    4. Terminology
    5. Safety code resources
       
  5. Technical Applications
    1. Terminology (to include definition/purpose/function)
    2. Locks/types
    3. Handing
    4. Master keying
    5. Key records and codes
    6. Key blanks and keyways
    7. Physical security
    8. Types of client sites
    9. Safes/vaults
    10. Access control
    11. Handling restricted keys
    12. Door system components
    13. Automotive
       
  6. Written comprehensive examination