PCI Surveillance Methods & Technology 3

Question 1

Which type of surveillance is MOST appropriate when the subject's schedule is unpredictable and location is unknown?

Accepted Answer

Electronic monitoring via social media and open-source intelligence

Answer

When a subject's location is unknown, open-source intelligence and social media monitoring can reveal patterns and locations without requiring physical presence.

Question 2

A PCI candidate must understand the 'ABC' method of vehicle surveillance. What does the 'A' position represent?

Accepted Answer

The primary vehicle directly behind the subject

Answer

In the ABC vehicle surveillance method, 'A' is the primary follow vehicle directly behind the subject, 'B' is offset, and 'C' is ahead or in reserve.

Question 3

When photographing a subject at a public event for evidentiary purposes, which element is LEAST critical to document?

Accepted Answer

The investigator's personal clothing that day

Answer

The investigator's personal attire has no evidentiary relevance; date, time, and location are essential to establishing the context and credibility of surveillance photographs.

Question 4

What is the primary advantage of using a body-worn camera over a handheld video camera during foot surveillance?

Accepted Answer

Body-worn cameras allow hands-free, covert recording while maintaining natural movement

Answer

Body-worn cameras enable covert, hands-free recording, allowing the investigator to appear as a normal pedestrian while still capturing footage.

Question 5

An investigator observes a claimant performing heavy lifting that contradicts a disability claim. What is the MOST important immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Record the activity with date, time, and location clearly documented

Answer

Contemporaneous, well-documented video evidence with timestamps and location is critical to building an admissible record that supports the client's case.

(PCI) Professional Certified Investigator Practice Test

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PCI Surveillance Methods & Technology 3