Legal and Ethics in Security Flashcards
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What is the 'Privacy Act' as it relates to security operations?
Answer: Federal legislation protecting individuals' personal information held by government agencies
The Privacy Act of 1974 restricts how federal agencies collect, maintain, and use personal information, and awareness of privacy laws is essential for security professionals handling personal data.
What is 'excessive force' in security?
Answer: Force that goes beyond what is reasonably necessary to address a threat
Excessive force is using more physical force than is reasonable and necessary to address a threat, exposing security personnel to criminal charges and civil liability.
What ethical obligation does a security guard have regarding confidentiality?
Answer: To protect sensitive information about clients, operations, and individuals encountered during duty
Security personnel have an ethical and often contractual obligation to maintain confidentiality about client operations, security procedures, and personal information encountered in their work.
What is 'discrimination' in the context of security enforcement?
Answer: Treating people differently based on protected characteristics like race or religion when enforcing security policies
Discrimination in security enforcement means treating individuals differently based on protected characteristics rather than objective security concerns, which is both unethical and illegal.
What is the purpose of a 'code of ethics' for security professionals?
Answer: To provide standards of professional conduct that guide ethical behavior and decision-making
A code of ethics establishes the professional standards and values that guide security professionals in making ethical decisions, building trust and credibility.
What is 'vicarious liability' in security services?
Answer: An employer's legal responsibility for the wrongful acts of employees committed within the scope of employment
Vicarious liability holds employers responsible for the negligent or wrongful acts of their employees when those acts occur within the scope of their employment.