SAIWA WA Security Legislation 2

Question 1

What is the primary legislation governing the security industry in Western Australia?

Accepted Answer

The Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996

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The Security Industry Act 1997

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The Private Security Act 2004

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The Protective Security Act 2001

Question 2

Who has authority to inspect a security company's premises and records under WA legislation?

Accepted Answer

Authorised officers from WA Police Licensing Enforcement Division

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Any member of the public

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Only the company's auditors

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Federal police officers

Question 3

What does the Act define as security agent work?

Accepted Answer

A range including guarding, crowd control, investigating, consulting, installing equipment, and bodyguarding

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Only guarding buildings

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Only patrol and response

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Only CCTV monitoring

Question 4

What are the grounds for refusing a security agent licence application under WA law?

Accepted Answer

Criminal history, lack of fitness, failure to meet training requirements, or other unsuitability factors

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Only a current conviction

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Only financial insolvency

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Only age requirements

Question 5

What legislative requirements apply to security agent uniforms in WA?

Accepted Answer

Uniforms must not be designed to be confused with police, military, or emergency service uniforms

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No requirements exist

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Must wear police-style uniforms

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Only crowd controllers have requirements

Question 6

What appeal rights exist if a security agent licence is refused, suspended, or cancelled in WA?

Accepted Answer

Appeal to the State Administrative Tribunal within a prescribed period

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No appeal rights

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Only appeal to the Commissioner

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Appeals only through courts