WA Security Legislation Flashcards
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What is the primary legislation governing the security industry in Western Australia?
Answer: The Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996
The Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996 is the primary legislation.
Who has authority to inspect a security company's premises and records under WA legislation?
Answer: Authorised officers from WA Police Licensing Enforcement Division
Authorised officers from the Licensing Enforcement Division have broad inspection powers.
What does the Act define as security agent work?
Answer: A range including guarding, crowd control, investigating, consulting, installing equipment, and bodyguarding
The Act broadly defines security work encompassing multiple functions.
What are the grounds for refusing a security agent licence application under WA law?
Answer: Criminal history, lack of fitness, failure to meet training requirements, or other unsuitability factors
Applications can be refused on multiple grounds including criminal history, fitness concerns, and training deficiencies.
What legislative requirements apply to security agent uniforms in WA?
Answer: Uniforms must not be designed to be confused with police, military, or emergency service uniforms
WA legislation prohibits security uniforms from resembling police, military, or emergency service uniforms.
What appeal rights exist if a security agent licence is refused, suspended, or cancelled in WA?
Answer: Appeal to the State Administrative Tribunal within a prescribed period
Affected persons can appeal to the State Administrative Tribunal within the prescribed timeframe.