SAIWA - Security Agents Institute of Western Australia WA Security Legislation Questions and Answers

Question 1

Under the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996, what is the primary legal power a licensed security officer has when dealing with a person they reasonably suspect of committing an offence on private property?

Accepted Answer

To perform a 'citizen's arrest' and use reasonable force to detain the person.

Answer

Security officers in Western Australia do not have police powers. Their authority to arrest is the same as any other citizen. They can perform a 'citizen's arrest' if they have a reasonable suspicion that an offence has been committed. The force used must be reasonable and they must hand the person over to the police as soon as is practicable.

Question 2

A security agent is required by the Security and Related Activities (Control) Regulations 1997 to maintain certain records. Which of the following is a prescribed record that must be kept?

Accepted Answer

An incident register detailing any notable events.

Answer

The Security and Related Activities (Control) Regulations 1997 specifically mandate the keeping of an Incident Register for both security agents and crowd control agents. This register is for recording details of any incident that occurs involving the agent or their employees.

Question 3

A client has hired a security company to guard a commercial building. An officer on patrol discovers a door that has been forced open after hours. According to their duties and legislative responsibilities, what is the MOST appropriate initial action for the officer to take?

Accepted Answer

Contact their supervisor or control room to report the situation and await instructions.

Answer

The officer's primary duty is to observe, report, and ensure their own safety. Entering a potentially dangerous situation alone is risky. The standard and safest procedure is to immediately report the finding to their supervisor or control room. This allows for a coordinated and safe response, which will include notifying the police and the client.

Question 4

Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for an individual applying for a Security Officer and/or Crowd Controller Licence in Western Australia for the first time?

Accepted Answer

Successfully completing a written examination based on their training course content.

Answer

Amendments to the Security and Related Activities (Control) Regulations 1997 require that all new applicants for Security Officer and/or Crowd Controller licences must pass a written exam based on their training. This is administered by SAIWA on behalf of the WA Police Force Licensing Services.

Question 5

According to the WA Security Industry Code of Conduct, a licensed security professional must always act in a manner that serves:

Accepted Answer

The public interest and with integrity.

Answer

The WA Security Industry Code of Conduct mandates that licensed security personnel must prioritize the public interest and act with integrity in all their professional duties. This principle underpins the ethical and professional standards expected of the industry.

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SAIWA - Security Agents Institute of Western Australia WA Security Legislation Questions and Answers