Ontario Security Guard Test Report Writing

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a security guard's written report?

Accepted Answer

To create an accurate, factual record of incidents and activities

Answer

Reports serve as accurate, factual records of incidents and activities for legal and operational purposes.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of an objective statement in a security report?

Accepted Answer

The male was approximately 6 feet tall and wearing a red jacket

Answer

Objective statements describe observable facts such as height and clothing without interpretation or opinion.

Question 3

When should a security guard write a report after an incident?

Accepted Answer

As soon as possible while details are still fresh

Answer

Reports should be written as soon as possible to ensure accuracy while details are still fresh in memory.

Question 4

The '5 W's' used in security report writing stand for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Who, What, Where, When, and Why (plus How)

Answer

The 5 W's — Who, What, Where, When, and Why (plus How) — are the key elements every security report must address.

Question 5

How should a security guard correct an error in a handwritten report?

Accepted Answer

Draw a single line through the error, initial it, and write the correction beside it

Answer

Drawing a single line through an error, initialing it, and writing the correction preserves the original entry and maintains report integrity.

Ontario Security Guard Practice Test