JIBC Basic Security Training 2

Question 1

When writing an incident report, which principle is most important?

Accepted Answer

Record only facts, not opinions or assumptions

Answer

Incident reports must contain only factual, objective information to remain legally defensible and accurate.

Question 2

A security guard discovers an unlocked door in a restricted area after hours. What is the FIRST action to take?

Accepted Answer

Secure the door and report the finding

Answer

Securing the door immediately limits risk, and reporting it creates a record for follow-up investigation.

Question 3

Under BC's Security Services Act, which of the following is a requirement for a licensed security worker?

Accepted Answer

Display their security worker licence on request

Answer

The Security Services Act requires security workers to produce their licence when requested by a member of the public or police.

Question 4

What does 'use of force' continuum guide in security work?

Accepted Answer

A progressive model matching response to level of resistance

Answer

The use-of-force continuum ensures responses are proportional and escalate only as needed based on the subject's behavior.

Question 5

Which situation would most likely require a security guard to call 911 immediately?

Accepted Answer

A person collapses and is unresponsive

Answer

An unresponsive person is a medical emergency requiring immediate EMS response beyond a security guard's scope.

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