Protective agent license holders and their employees functions classification

This bill establishes a tiered classification system for security services in Minnesota, requiring protective agents and their employees to complete specific training based on the level of risk and duties associated with their job. The legislation creates five security tiers ranging from basic access control to armed high-risk security, with each tier mandating different preassignment training requirements. Lower tiers focus on minimal force use and crowd management, while higher tiers require comprehensive training in weapons use, de-escalation techniques, first aid, and legal standards for detaining individuals. The bill also mandates ongoing continuing education covering topics like mental health, crisis response, and building safety protocols. Security license holders and their employees must follow an implementation plan that accounts for their prior experience when meeting these new training standards.