Security Licence NSW Study Guide 2026

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📚 Security Licence NSW Topics to Study (75)

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✍️ Sample Security Licence NSW Questions & Answers

1. What is the significance of Australian Standards for Surveillance and Observation?

✓ Many are referenced in legislation making compliance legally required, and they set minimum technical requirements

Australian Standards referenced in WHS Regulations become legal requirements and set the minimum technical benchmarks for compliance.

2. When is it appropriate to use administrative controls for Legal Powers and Limitations risks?

✓ When elimination, substitution, isolation, and engineering controls are not reasonably practicable

Administrative controls (procedures, training, rotation) should be used when higher-level controls cannot adequately reduce the risk.

3. What is the PCBU's obligation for worker training in Customer Service for Security?

✓ To provide information, training, instruction, and supervision adequate for the worker to perform the task safely

The PCBU must ensure workers receive adequate information, training, instruction, and supervision appropriate to the nature of the work and risks.

4. What is the significance of safety data sheets (SDS) for Customer Service for Security?

✓ SDSs provide critical safety information including hazards, handling precautions, first aid, and emergency procedures

SDSs contain essential information about hazardous substances needed for safe handling, storage, and emergency response.

5. What supervisory requirements exist for Surveillance and Observation activities?

✓ Adequate supervision by competent persons, proportionate to the level of risk

The level of supervision must be proportionate to the risk level, with competent supervisors overseeing the work.

6. What is the purpose of monitoring and reviewing Counter-Terrorism Awareness controls?

✓ To verify controls remain effective, identify new hazards, and drive continuous improvement

Monitoring and review ensures controls continue to work as intended and identifies any emerging hazards or improvement opportunities.

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