SAIWA Use of Force and Physical Intervention 2

Question 1

Which factor most influences the level of force a security agent may lawfully apply?

Accepted Answer

The seriousness and immediacy of the threat presented

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The physical size of the security agent

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The number of bystanders present

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The value of the property being protected

Question 2

A security agent can use force in self-defence only if:

Accepted Answer

The threat is imminent and they use no more force than is reasonably necessary

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They feel uncomfortable around a person

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Their employer has given written pre-approval

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The other person has made a verbal threat in the past

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a non-physical de-escalation technique?

Accepted Answer

Using a firm, calm tone and active listening to reduce tension

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Blocking the subject's exit route

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Standing very close to intimidate the subject

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Calling for backup and waiting silently

Question 4

In WA security industry practice, 'proportional force' means:

Accepted Answer

Matching the level of force to the level of resistance or danger

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Using maximum available force for any threat

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Using only bare hands regardless of the threat

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Applying force equally to all persons in a disturbance

Question 5

A security agent witnesses a colleague using clearly excessive force on a detained person. The correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Intervene to stop the excessive force and report the incident to a supervisor

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Do nothing to avoid conflict with a colleague

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Encourage the colleague to continue to resolve the situation quickly

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Warn the detained person that more force may follow

Question 6

Which of the following best describes 'positional asphyxia'?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty breathing caused by the position a restrained person is placed in

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A condition caused by using verbal commands for too long

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An allergic reaction triggered by physical contact

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A form of panic attack experienced by security agents under stress

Question 7

Unarmed security agents in WA are generally prohibited from using which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray without specific authorisation

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Verbal warnings

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Open-hand control techniques

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Incident report forms