ABST Use of Force and Conflict Resolution 3

Question 1

In conflict resolution, which of the following stages typically comes FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Assessment of the situation and potential threat level

Answer

Before taking any action, a security guard must first assess the situation to understand the level of threat and choose the most appropriate response.

Question 2

What is the main goal of conflict resolution training for security guards?

Accepted Answer

To equip security guards to resolve disputes with minimum force and maximum safety

Answer

Conflict resolution training equips security guards to handle disputes safely and professionally, using the least force necessary to protect people and property.

Question 3

Which of the following factors should a security guard consider when deciding whether to use force?

Accepted Answer

The immediacy of the threat, the subject's behaviour, and the availability of less forceful options

Answer

A security guard must consider the nature and immediacy of the threat, the subject's behaviour, and all less forceful alternatives before deciding to use physical force.

Question 4

If a subject becomes compliant after initial resistance, a security guard should:

Accepted Answer

Reduce force to the minimum needed to maintain the compliant state

Answer

When a subject becomes compliant, force must be reduced accordingly — continuing or escalating force against a compliant subject is not justifiable.

Question 5

What does the term 'duty of care' require of a security guard who has restrained a subject?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the subject's physical wellbeing while they are under the guard's control

Answer

Once a security guard has restrained a subject, they have a duty of care to monitor the subject's physical condition and ensure their safety until transferred to police.

ABST - Alberta Basic Security Training Practice Test

ABST - Alberta Basic Security Training Practice Test

ABST Use of Force and Conflict Resolution 3