Professional Standards.
Real-World Experience.

Training sessions are held periodically throughout the year. contact us to learn about upcoming dates.

Level 1 Security Guard Certification 

Led by R. Fritts (30+ Years of Public Safety Leadership)

Join the next generation of New Mexico security professionals. Our Level 1 course moves beyond basic compliance to give you a tactical and legal foundation built on decades of elite law enforcement experience.

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The Instructor

Train Under a New Mexico Authority

R. Fritts brings more than 30 years of law enforcement, training, and public safety leadership to Winrock Public Safety.

  • 24 Years with APD: Including 12 years as an Advanced Training Instructor, shaping officer performance.

  • Academy Leadership: Former senior leader at the Central New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy.

  • Modern Standards: Currently leads training development and policy modernization for Winrock Public Safety.

“We don’t just teach you how to stand a post; we teach you how to lead, de-escalate, and protect with legal clarity.” — R. Fritts


Course Objectives

What You Will Master

This course prepares you to perform your duties professionally and effectively through a practical understanding of:

  • Legal Authority: Exercise appropriate detention powers within New Mexico law.

  • De-escalation: Master professional communication to manage conflict responsibly.

  • Ethics & Decision-Making: Develop the judgment necessary for entry-level security.

  • Documentation: Produce accurate, legally defensible incident reports.

  • Evidence Preservation: Learn to manage security incidents and interface with law enforcement.

Note on State Credentials: COPS LLC facilitates elite training and classroom documentation only. Students are responsible for all other New Mexico state requirements, including background checks, fingerprints (Gemalto/Cogent), and all RLD application fees.