Ontario Security Guard Test Private Security and Investigative Services Act

Question 1

Under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act (PSISA), what is the minimum age to be licensed as a security guard in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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19 years old

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21 years old

Question 2

Who is responsible for administering the Private Security and Investigative Services Act in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of the Solicitor General

Answer

Ontario Provincial Police

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Ministry of Labour

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Municipal Police Services

Question 3

How long is a security guard licence valid in Ontario under the PSISA?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

1 year

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3 years

Answer

5 years

Question 4

Under the PSISA, which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a security guard licence?

Accepted Answer

Being a Canadian citizen

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Completion of mandatory training

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Being at least 18 years old

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Passing a background check

Question 5

What must a licensed security guard carry while on duty according to the PSISA?

Accepted Answer

Their security guard licence

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A firearm permit

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A first aid certificate

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A copy of the Criminal Code

Question 6

Under the PSISA, what happens if a security guard fails to renew their licence before it expires?

Accepted Answer

They must stop performing security work immediately

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They receive a 30-day grace period

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They can continue working for up to 90 days

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Their employer automatically renews it