PLRD Emergency Response 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of an Emergency Response Plan (ERP) at a secured premises?

Accepted Answer

To outline procedures for responding to various emergencies to minimise harm and ensure orderly response

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To document the security agency's insurance coverage for emergencies

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To provide a list of clients who must be notified in any emergency

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To set out the disciplinary procedures for officers who mishandle emergencies

Question 2

During a medical emergency, a security officer uses a premises AED (Automated External Defibrillator). What does an AED do?

Accepted Answer

It analyses heart rhythm and delivers an electric shock to restore normal rhythm if needed

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It administers medication to stabilise a patient's blood pressure

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It provides oxygen to a patient who has stopped breathing

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It monitors vital signs and transmits data to a hospital

Question 3

A gas leak is detected at a commercial premises. What is the security officer's first priority?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate the premises immediately and avoid operating any electrical switches

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Ventilate the premises by opening windows and switching on fans

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Call the gas company and wait for their technician to arrive

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Identify the source of the leak and attempt to seal it

Question 4

What is the role of a security officer at the assembly point during a building evacuation?

Accepted Answer

Conduct headcount and report status to incident commander or emergency services

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Prevent occupants from leaving the assembly point under any circumstance

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Record the names of all occupants in writing for post-incident reporting

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Direct evacuees back inside once they have assembled

Question 5

During a civil disturbance near a secured premises in Singapore, what should a security officer do?

Accepted Answer

Secure the premises, limit access, monitor the situation, and maintain close contact with police

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Join other civilians in observing the disturbance from outside

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Attempt to mediate the disturbance as a community representative

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Lock all entrances and exits including emergency exits to prevent entry

Question 6

What is the significance of conducting post-incident debriefs following an emergency at a secured premises?

Accepted Answer

To identify lessons learned, improve response procedures, and provide support to involved staff

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To assign blame to officers who did not follow procedures correctly

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To satisfy insurance company documentation requirements only

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To provide media with a detailed account of the emergency