NZ Security Licence Health and Safety 2

Question 1

What is a dynamic risk assessment in NZ security work?

Accepted Answer

A continuous, real-time assessment of risks as situations develop, allowing the guard to adapt their response accordingly

Answer

A dynamic risk assessment is an ongoing, real-time evaluation of risks that security guards perform continuously as situations develop. It involves identifying threats, assessing the level of risk, and adapting responses accordingly — crucial when situations can change rapidly.

Question 2

What is the NZ security industry recommendation regarding fatigue management for night shift workers?

Accepted Answer

Adequate rest before shifts, regular breaks during shifts, proper nutrition, monitoring for signs of fatigue, and rotation of demanding tasks

Answer

NZ fatigue management for security night workers includes: adequate sleep before shifts, regular breaks during shifts, proper hydration and nutrition, rotating between active and passive tasks, and both the employer and worker monitoring for signs of dangerous fatigue.

Question 3

In NZ, what procedures should a security guard follow during a bomb threat?

Accepted Answer

Keep the caller talking, gather as much information as possible, do not touch suspicious objects, notify police immediately, and follow the site's emergency plan

Answer

If a bomb threat is received, the guard should: keep the caller talking and gather information (who, what, where, when, why), note the caller's voice characteristics, not touch any suspicious objects, immediately notify police (111), and follow the site's emergency evacuation plan.

Question 4

What is the NZ security industry requirement for wearing body armour (stab-resistant vests)?

Accepted Answer

Not mandatory for all roles but recommended for high-risk assignments — the employer must assess the risk and provide appropriate PPE

Answer

Body armour is not mandatory for all NZ security roles but may be required based on risk assessment. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act, employers must assess risks and provide appropriate PPE (including body armour) for high-risk assignments at no cost to the worker.

Question 5

What emergency evacuation responsibilities does a security guard typically have in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Know the evacuation plan, direct people to emergency exits, check designated areas, assist people with disabilities, account for evacuees at assembly points, and liaise with emergency services

Answer

NZ security guards play a key role in evacuations: they should know the evacuation plan thoroughly, direct people calmly to exits, sweep designated areas for remaining occupants, assist people with disabilities, manage assembly points, and liaise with arriving emergency services.

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NZ Security Licence Health and Safety 2