ASO Security Patrol Procedures & Emergency Response 3

Question 1

During an active shooter event in a facility, the Department of Homeland Security recommends civilians follow which response protocol?

Accepted Answer

Run, hide, fight — in that order of preference

Answer

DHS's 'Run, Hide, Fight' protocol prioritizes evacuation first, then concealment, and fighting as a last resort when escape is impossible.

Question 2

When approaching and stopping a suspicious person for questioning on private property, an armed security officer should:

Accepted Answer

Maintain a safe distance, identify themselves, and ask open-ended questions

Answer

Maintaining a safe tactical distance, identifying oneself as security, and using open-ended questions is the appropriate professional approach to field interviews.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the legal concept of 'reasonable force' for a private security officer?

Accepted Answer

Force equal to or slightly greater than the threat posed by the subject

Answer

Reasonable force means using only the amount of force proportionate to and necessary to address the level of threat presented.

Question 4

A patrol officer observes two individuals arguing loudly near the building entrance. The situation appears to be escalating. The BEST initial response is:

Accepted Answer

Approach calmly, identify yourself, and attempt verbal de-escalation

Answer

A calm professional approach with verbal de-escalation techniques is the appropriate first response to a non-violent confrontation.

Question 5

What information should a security officer relay when calling in a medical emergency over the radio?

Accepted Answer

Location, nature of the emergency, number of victims, and officer's position

Answer

Effective emergency radio communication must include location, emergency type, victim count, and officer position to enable rapid and appropriate response.

(ASO) Armed Security Officer Certification Practice Test

(ASO) Armed Security Officer Certification Practice Test

ASO Security Patrol Procedures & Emergency Response 3