ABST Surveillance and Patrol Techniques 2

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the role of CCTV in a security program?

Accepted Answer

CCTV supports officers by providing surveillance coverage and recorded evidence

Answer

CCTV enhances security by extending surveillance reach and providing recorded footage for incident investigation.

Question 2

When monitoring CCTV, a security officer notices someone loitering near a restricted area. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Alert a patrol officer to investigate and document the observation

Answer

Alerting a patrol officer enables a physical investigation while the CCTV operator continues monitoring the situation.

Question 3

How should CCTV footage be handled when it captures evidence of an incident?

Accepted Answer

Preserve and secure it, and hand it over to authorized personnel or law enforcement as required

Answer

CCTV evidence must be preserved without alteration and released only to authorized parties to maintain its legal integrity.

Question 4

What is a 'blind spot' in a security surveillance context?

Accepted Answer

An area not covered by CCTV cameras or direct observation

Answer

Blind spots are gaps in camera or patrol coverage where criminal activity could go undetected.

Question 5

What does pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) capability on a CCTV camera allow?

Accepted Answer

The operator to remotely adjust the camera's direction and zoom level

Answer

PTZ cameras allow operators to remotely track subjects and zoom in on details without moving the physical camera position.

ABST - Alberta Basic Security Training Practice Test