QPSea Situational Judgement 2

Question 1

You are on patrol when a shopkeeper flags you down and says a teenager just stole a chocolate bar from his store. The teenager is still nearby. What is your MOST appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Speak to both the shopkeeper and the teenager to establish the full facts

Answer

Gathering facts from both parties ensures a fair and proportionate response before any further action is taken.

Question 2

During a domestic disturbance call, you arrive to find a couple arguing loudly. Neither appears physically injured. The neighbours who called are watching from next door. What should you do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Separate the couple and speak to each individually to assess the situation

Answer

Separating the parties allows each person to speak freely and helps you assess safety risks and the nature of the dispute.

Question 3

A colleague tells you they saw your supervisor accept a free meal from a local restaurant owner who has an ongoing complaint on file. What is the MOST appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Report the observation through the appropriate internal integrity channel

Answer

Potential integrity issues must be reported through proper channels to allow a fair investigation without personal confrontation or gossip.

Question 4

You stop a vehicle for a minor traffic infringement and notice the driver smells faintly of alcohol but is cooperative and shows no other signs of impairment. What do you do?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a roadside breath test as per standard procedure

Answer

Any detection of alcohol requires a breath test regardless of the driver's apparent condition, as per standard police procedure.

Question 5

You are writing your first use-of-force report and are unsure of how to accurately describe the events. A more experienced officer offers to write it for you. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Decline and write the report yourself, seeking guidance on format if needed

Answer

Use-of-force reports must be completed by the officer involved to ensure accuracy and personal accountability.

(QPSea) Queensland Police Service Entrance Assessment Practice Test

(QPSea) Queensland Police Service Entrance Assessment Practice Test

QPSea Situational Judgement 2