SAIWA Risk Assessment and Patrols 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of conducting a security risk assessment?

Accepted Answer

To identify threats, assess vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate risks

Answer

A risk assessment identifies threats, evaluates vulnerabilities, and determines mitigation strategies.

Question 2

During patrol, a security agent discovers an unlocked door that should be secure. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Investigate for signs of intrusion, secure the door, document the finding, and report it

Answer

An unlocked door requires investigation, securing, documentation, and reporting.

Question 3

What is the recommended patrol pattern for maximising security coverage?

Accepted Answer

Varied routes and timing to create unpredictability while covering all areas

Answer

Varying routes and timing makes patrols less predictable and more effective as a deterrent.

Question 4

What does the risk assessment matrix typically measure?

Accepted Answer

The likelihood of a risk occurring and the severity of its impact

Answer

A risk matrix evaluates risks on likelihood of occurrence and severity of impact.

Question 5

A security agent on patrol notices a CCTV camera not functioning. What is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Report the malfunction immediately and increase physical patrol coverage of the affected area

Answer

Equipment malfunctions must be reported immediately with compensating measures implemented.

SAIWA - Security Agents Institute of Western Australia Test Practice Test