Under the English law which of the following governs the powers of arrest of a security officer?

Section 24A of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act

What kind of information is NOT likely to be within assignment instructions but is useful when conducting a patrol?

Knowledge of local criminals and their usual behaviour

1. What is the normal procedure that should be followed if a member of staff forgets their access pass?

Follow assignment instructions regardless of who the person is

Which of the following describes the initial action a security officer should take if they discover a trespasser

Politely ask them to leave and make a note

What is meant by the term confidential

Only authorised colleagues can be given the information

Which of the following is the correct procedure for correcting errors in a log book entry?

Cross through and initial the errors

Which of the following situations could alert a security officer to the presence of a hazard when conducting a patrol

A member of staff refusing to allow you to do a daily search of their desk

What is the definition of a false alarm?

An alarm that causes the reaction forces to respond unnecessarily

What is the primary purpose of a CCTV system?

To record and monitor activity on site

Which of the following is a main responsibility of a security officer?

To provide a safe and secure environment

Which of the following is a benefit of making a security patrol?

Provides a visual security presence on site to deter crime

Which of the following search precautions should be used by a security officer?

Carrying out search in pairs if possible

What must be in place prior to a search being conducted on a site

The permission of the person being searched

Why is an incident report important?

To provide an accurate record of events

When is a snap patrol likely to be carried out?

Before handing over to the next shift

Which of the following describes the correct way of recording details in a security’s pocketbook?

Incident details in chronological order

Which of the following is a feature of a random search?

One that can only be undertaken when a crime is suspected with no o

Where searching is a condition of entry, what should you do if a visitor refuses to be searched?

Refuse access and contact the appropriate person

Which of the following describes the importance of access and egress control?

To prevent access to authorised vehicles

Which of the following should be included in an incident report?

Date, time and location of the incident

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1
Where would you find information about what action to take if prohibited property is found during a search ?
Supervisor log
Assignment instructions
Control room
Reception desk
2
Which of the following techniques should a security officer use whilst patrolling?
Maintain a cheerful attitude
A predict future incidents
Be vigilant at all times
Delegate patrol duties
3
Under the English law which of the following governs the powers of arrest of a security officer?
EU Directive 2006/54
Section 24A of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
European Arrest Warrant
4
Which of the following would NOT be considered a common incident for a Security Officer?
A vehicle parked close to the building
An established fire
Damage to door lock
Obstruction and trip hazards
5
What kind of information is NOT likely to be within assignment instructions but is useful when conducting a patrol?
Key holder’s names and contact numbers
Copies of the First Aid Certificate
Patrol routes and times
Knowledge of local criminals and their usual behaviour
6
1. What is the normal procedure that should be followed if a member of staff forgets their access pass?
Let them in but remind them to bring their pass
Lend them another card
Follow assignment instructions regardless of who the person is
Let them in if you know them
7
Which of the following describes the initial action a security officer should take if they discover a trespasser
Forcibly remove them from the premises
Ask partners to note the route the trespasser takes on leaving the building
Politely ask them to leave and make a note
Ensure all secure access points are locked
8
What is meant by the term confidential
Information can only be told to family and authorised colleagued
Only visitors can be told the information
Information can only be given to managers and supervisors
Only authorised colleagues can be given the information
9
Which of the following is the correct procedure for correcting errors in a log book entry?
Rewrite the whole report again
Tear out the page and start the report again
Cross through and initial the errors
Use correcting fluid
10
Which of the following situations could alert a security officer to the presence of a hazard when conducting a patrol
A member of staff offering to make the security officer a drink
A staff member watching during the search of their locker
A member of staff asking for their manager to be present during the search
A member of staff refusing to allow you to do a daily search of their desk
11
What is the definition of a false alarm?
An alarm which activates in windy weather
An alarm that activates very frequently
An alarm that causes the reaction forces to respond unnecessarily
An alarm which is the result of an intermittent system fault
12
Which of the following would be used to monitor and record activity taking place on the premises?
An intruder alarm
A PTZ camera
An EAS tagging system
A key pad
13
Which of the following situations can include the right of a security officer to request a search of an individual?
A crime reduction initiative
A site admission policy
A planned campaign against unauthorised alcohol or drugs
A random check of weapon
14
What is one the main functions of control room?
To deliver security industry training
To plan site coverage
To provide rest and refreshment facilities
To carry out security foot patrols
15
What is the primary purpose of a CCTV system?
To record and monitor activity on site
To fulfil the requirements of Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
To alert the security officer to maintenance problems
To monitor staff work workloads
16
Which of the following is a main responsibility of a security officer?
To assist with all deliveries to the building
To provide a safe and secure environment
To support any members of the public who enter the site
To control energy costs by switching off lights when possible
17
Who or what will determine whether or not any force used by a security officer is reasonable?
A court of law
The police
The management of the premises
The other party’s lawyer
18
Whose responsibility is it to ensure the security officer with the information in the assignment instructions?
The security officer
The security officer’s supervisor
The client
The training officer
19
Which action should be taken when responding to an Electronic Article Surveillance alarm?
Follow assignment instructions
Stop all members of the public from exiting premises
Call the police immediately
Stop all members of the public from accessing the premises
20
Which of the NOT regarded as an acceptable type of evidence?
Direct
Accidental
Primary
Secondary
21
Which of the following is a type of trespass defined in law?
Group
Unplanned
Accidental
Criminal
22
Which of the following is a typical action to be taken before patrolling?
Check the weather forecast
Draw a map of your route for colleagues
Check news on the internet
Consult handover briefing
23
Which of the following is a benefit of making a security patrol?
Shows other members of staff that you are busy
Uniformed officers present a positive image to members of the public
Allows security officers to check standards of hygiene
Provides a visual security presence on site to deter crime
24
Which of the following search precautions should be used by a security officer?
Searching only when there is good lighting
Only using electronic equipment to search
Searching alone at all times
Carrying out search in pairs if possible
25
Which of the following is an example of an electronic access control system?
Raised kerbs
Keypad operated access
Padlock
Shutter
26
Where should all emergencies be recorded?
Incident report book
Accident book
Health and safety book
Alarm activation book
27
What must be in place prior to a search being conducted on a site
CCTV cameras covering the search area
Police approval for personal searches
The permission of the person being searched
Health and Safety policies and procedures
28
Why is an incident report important?
To provide an accurate record of events
To make sure all security staff are patrolling correctly
To conform with health and safety legislation
It gives the security officer an opportunity to record their feeling whilst
29
Which of the following describes information that a security officer should include in their notebook
How to disarm intruder alarms
Break times
Patrol routes and times
Personal contact details of the Chief Executive
30
When is a snap patrol likely to be carried out?
After a fault with the alarm equipment has been reported
Before handing over to the next shift
When a security officer comes on duty
When premises are opened up for the day?
31
Which of the following types of crime may a security officer commonly encounter?
Peaceful protests
Violent disorder
Riot
Breach of the peace
32
Which of the following describes the correct way of recording details in a security’s pocketbook?
Incident details in chronological order
Incident details approved by a senior manager
Incident details in alphabetical order
Incident details in a random order
33
Which of the following is a feature of a random search?
One involving searching all entrants to the site
One that is mainly used as a deterrent to prevent loss
One that can only be undertaken when a person is leaving the building
One that can only be undertaken when a crime is suspected with no o
34
Where searching is a condition of entry, what should you do if a visitor refuses to be searched?
Carry out the search using force
Arrest the visitor and contact the Police
Refuse access and contact the appropriate person
Apologise and allow the visitor entry
35
Which of the following describes the importance of access and egress control?
To monitor the work of maintenance staff
To prevent access to authorised vehicles
To prevent a large groups of customers from entering the building
To allow maintenance of security barriers to take place
36
Which of the following should be included in an incident report?
Date, time and location of the incident
Photos, work schedule and actions
Distance, and direction
The year the incident took place

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