ABST Surveillance and Patrol Techniques

Question 1

What is the main purpose of security patrols?

Accepted Answer

To deter crime, detect threats, and ensure safety through visible presence

Answer

Patrols deter criminal activity through visible presence and allow early detection of threats or hazards.

Question 2

Why should a security officer vary their patrol route and timing?

Accepted Answer

To prevent predictability that could be exploited by criminals

Answer

Random patrol patterns prevent criminals from learning schedules and exploiting predictable gaps in coverage.

Question 3

When conducting an interior patrol, which area should a security officer pay special attention to?

Accepted Answer

All areas including stairwells, restrooms, storage rooms, and blind spots

Answer

Thorough interior patrols include low-traffic and blind-spot areas where incidents or hazards are more likely to go unnoticed.

Question 4

What is a 'clocking system' (guard tour system) used for in security patrol?

Accepted Answer

Verifying that an officer physically visited specific checkpoints during their patrol

Answer

Guard tour systems use checkpoints to verify and log that an officer completed their patrol route as required.

Question 5

If a security officer discovers an unlocked door that should be secured during a patrol, they should:

Accepted Answer

Secure it, document the incident, and report it to a supervisor promptly

Answer

Securing the door immediately addresses the risk, and documentation ensures accountability and follow-up.

ABST - Alberta Basic Security Training Practice Test