COBRA Threat Assessment and Recognition 2

Question 1

In security problem-solving, SARA stands for:

Accepted Answer

Scanning, Analysis, Response, Assessment

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Secure, Assess, Respond, Alert

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Survey, Approach, Review, Alert

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Secure, Analyze, Report, Act

Question 2

In the US Department of Homeland Security Advisory System, which color represents the highest threat level?

Accepted Answer

Red

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Orange

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Purple

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Black

Question 3

Which behavioral warning sign is most commonly reported prior to workplace violence incidents?

Accepted Answer

Expressed grievances combined with threats or intimidation of coworkers

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Excessive overtime and dedication to assigned work tasks

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Requesting schedule changes or shift accommodations

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Increased productivity and attendance at team meetings

Question 4

What is 'target hardening' in the context of physical security and threat reduction?

Accepted Answer

Making a facility more resistant to attack through physical and procedural security enhancements

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Training security personnel in hand-to-hand defensive techniques

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Installing bulletproof glass in all exterior windows of a facility

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Increasing the number of armed security officers at a location

Question 5

A console operator should escalate a situation directly to law enforcement when:

Accepted Answer

A situation involves imminent danger to life, safety, or criminal activity

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Any individual approaches the facility more than once in a single day

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Any visitor fails to produce valid identification upon request

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Surveillance cameras detect movement outside of normal business hours

Question 6

What is 'social engineering' in the context of security threats?

Accepted Answer

Psychological manipulation of people to gain unauthorized access or information

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Using social media platforms to track and monitor criminal suspects

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Coordinating community relations programs for a security department

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Training employees on security awareness through group simulation sessions

Question 7

When assessing the credibility of a bomb threat received at a console, which factor is most important to evaluate?

Accepted Answer

The specific details provided, including location, device description, and timing

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The time of day the threat was received

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The apparent gender of the person making the threat

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The communication method used to deliver the threat