Professional H6 firearms training for security officers.
SAPOL-accredited firearms instruction for armed security licensing, annual requalification, and operational handgun competency in South Australia.
Specialist training for armed security roles.
H6 firearms training is not general firearms instruction. It is a regulated, safety-critical course for security officers who may be required to carry and use a handgun in the course of approved duties.
Compliance first
Training is built around South Australian legislation, SAPOL expectations, and industry-specific armed security standards.
Operational skills
Students develop safe handling, judgement, communication, tactical positioning, and live-fire skills relevant to real security duties.
Professional assessment
Competency is assessed through written, practical, and range-based assessment. Unsafe conduct is not tolerated.
H6 Firearms Training
The course develops the knowledge and practical competency required for South Australian security officers seeking H6 handgun endorsement or annual requalification.
Course curriculum
- Firearms Act 2015 and Firearms Regulations 2017
- Use of force and Section 15 self-defence principles
- Safe handling, loading, unloading, and proving safe
- Duty carry condition and holster requirements
- Defensive shooting fundamentals
- Immediate action drills and stoppages
- Range commands and live-fire procedures
- Handgun retention and operational awareness
- Low-light and torch applications
Course outcomes
Successful students will demonstrate safe, lawful, and competent handling of duty handguns under classroom, dry-practice, and live-fire conditions.
Training includes both knowledge assessment and practical assessment. Students who are not yet competent may require reassessment before any completion documentation is issued.
About our instructors
Instruction is delivered by SAPOL-accredited firearms instructors with security industry experience and a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational standards.
Darren Bacchus
SAPOL-accredited firearms instructor
Current member of the Security Industry Firearms Instructors Association SA (SIFIA)
Darren Bacchus delivers H6 firearms training with a focus on safe handling, operational judgement, use of force decision-making, handgun retention, and professional armed security standards.
His training style is practical, direct, and compliance-focused. Students are trained to understand not only how to handle a firearm safely, but when force may lawfully be considered in the course of security duties.
Accreditation No: 370788H
Peter Taarnby
SAPOL-accredited firearms instructor
Current member of the Security Industry Firearms Instructors Association SA (SIFIA)
Peter is an experienced firearms instructor with extensive involvement in South Australian firearms training, live-fire range activities, instructor development, and security industry compliance.
His instruction is structured and methodical, with a strong emphasis on student supervision, range discipline, firearms safety, and the development of competent, confident, and compliant armed security personnel.
Peter is committed to maintaining high professional standards and ensuring students receive practical, realistic, and safety-focused training that reflects the expectations of the South Australian security industry.
Accreditation No: 315674X
Course requirements and legal responsibilities
Before a student can attend H6 firearms training, eligibility and compliance requirements must be checked.
Students may need to provide
- Government-issued photo identification
- Current security licence information where applicable
- SAPOL clearance or authorisation where required
- Completed enrolment documentation
- Medical and suitability declaration
- Any required employer or licensing documentation
Important legal position
Security officers are not sworn police officers. They are bound by South Australian law and must be able to justify any use of force as necessary, reasonable, and proportionate.
Completion of training does not automatically guarantee the issue of a firearms licence or H6 endorsement. Licensing decisions remain subject to SAPOL and legislative requirements.
Female-only H6 entry level courses
H6SA also offers female-only H6 entry level training programs designed to provide a supportive, professional, and confidence-building learning environment for women entering the armed security industry.
Professional learning environment
- Female-only entry level course options
- Small supervised class sizes
- Structured step-by-step instruction
- Safety-focused practical training
- Supportive and professional atmosphere
- Suitable for students with no prior firearms experience
Industry opportunities
Female security officers are increasingly sought after across multiple sectors of the security industry including cash-in-transit, protective security, control room operations, corporate security, and specialist response roles.
Our female-only courses are conducted to the same operational and competency standards required for all H6 training in South Australia.
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H6 Entry Level Firearms Training
Classroom and range training. Eligibility review required before booking is confirmed.
Annual H6 Requalification
For current H6 licence holders requiring annual firearms requalification.
Employer Group Training
Private group bookings for security employers subject to instructor availability and compliance requirements.
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Booking and enrolment process
Because H6 firearms training is regulated, every booking starts with an eligibility and documentation review.
Initial enquiry
Submit your contact details, current licence status, previous firearms experience, and the course you are seeking.
Eligibility review
We review your suitability for the course and confirm any SAPOL, security licensing, or documentation requirements before confirming your place.
Documentation
You complete the required enrolment, declaration, identification, and medical suitability documents before practical training begins.
Course confirmation
You receive course dates, location details, equipment requirements, payment instructions, and safety information.
Training and assessment
You attend classroom training, dry-practice instruction, live-fire range training, written assessment, and practical competency assessment.
Why H6 firearms training matters
Armed security work carries significant legal, operational, and public safety responsibilities. H6 training is designed to prepare security officers for those responsibilities through structured instruction, assessment, and operational discipline.
Legal accountability
Security officers carrying firearms must understand South Australian legislation relating to defensive purpose, use of force, public safety, and firearms possession.
Safety under stress
Training develops the ability to safely handle, carry, and operate duty firearms under pressure while maintaining control, judgement, and communication.
Professional standards
H6 endorsement is intended for professional security operations. Students are expected to demonstrate maturity, discipline, and operational responsibility throughout training.
Student feedback
Training feedback from South Australian security industry students.
5-Star Review
“I recently completed my H6 Firearms Licence training course, and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to Darren, Sam, and Peter for being outstanding instructors throughout the entire course.”
“All three were extremely professional, knowledgeable, and focused on safety at all times. They explained everything clearly and made the training easy to understand, no matter your experience level.”
“Their experience and teaching style made the course enjoyable, informative, and confidence-building.”
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Professional training environment
Students consistently highlight:
- Strong safety culture
- Clear explanations and coaching
- Professional instructor conduct
- Operationally relevant training
- Supportive learning environment
- Realistic industry expectations
What to bring to training
Students attending classroom or live-fire training should arrive prepared with the required identification, clothing, and equipment.
Required items
- Government-issued photo identification
- Current security licence documentation if applicable
- Enclosed footwear
- Suitable range clothing
- Hat and weather protection
- Water and refreshments
- Any required paperwork or course forms
Important range requirements
- Students must follow all instructor directions
- No handling of firearms unless directed
- Unsafe conduct will result in removal from training
- Eye and hearing protection must be worn when directed
- Live-fire activities are conducted under strict supervision
Frequently asked questions
General information regarding H6 firearms training and South Australian licensing requirements.
Do I need previous firearms experience?
No. Entry level H6 courses are designed to train suitable students from the beginning, however students must still meet licensing and suitability requirements.
Does completing the course guarantee a licence?
No. All firearms licensing decisions remain subject to SAPOL assessment, legislation, and ongoing suitability requirements.
What happens if I fail an assessment?
Students assessed as not yet competent may require additional training or reassessment before competency can be achieved.
How often do I need requalification?
Current H6 security officers are required to maintain annual firearms competency requirements in accordance with South Australian standards.
Can I use my own firearm?
This depends on the course, instructor approval, licensing status, and the firearm being suitable for the training being conducted.
Where is the training conducted?
Classroom and live-fire training are conducted at approved South Australian training and range facilities.
Request course information
Complete the enquiry form and an instructor will contact you to discuss eligibility, upcoming dates, and course requirements.