SIA Guard Terrorism Awareness & Counter-Terrorism 3

Question 1

What does CBRN stand for in the context of terrorist threats?

Accepted Answer

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear

Answer

CBRN stands for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear — the four categories of unconventional hazardous materials that may be used in a terrorist attack.

Question 2

If a security officer suspects a white powder has been released from a suspicious package, what is the FIRST action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate the immediate area and prevent others from entering

Answer

In a potential CBRN incident, the immediate priority is to evacuate and isolate the area, as disturbing or inhaling the substance could cause serious harm.

Question 3

What is a 'marauding terrorist attack' (MTA)?

Accepted Answer

A prolonged attack where terrorists move through an area continuously targeting multiple victims

Answer

An MTA involves terrorists moving through a location or area, actively seeking out and attacking victims, as seen in incidents such as the 2008 Mumbai attacks and the 2017 London Bridge attack.

Question 4

The Terrorism Act 2000 gives police a specific counter-terrorism power. What is this power?

Accepted Answer

The power to stop and search individuals in designated areas without needing reasonable suspicion

Answer

Section 44 of the Terrorism Act 2000 (now amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 to Section 47A) allows police to stop and search in specific designated areas to prevent terrorism.

Question 5

During a security patrol at a public venue, which behaviour is MOST suspicious and should be reported?

Accepted Answer

A person repeatedly walking around the perimeter, checking exits and photographing security cameras

Answer

Systematically checking exits and photographing security measures is consistent with hostile reconnaissance — gathering intelligence to plan an attack on the target.

SIA Security Guard Practice Test

SIA Security Guard Practice Test

SIA Guard Terrorism Awareness & Counter-Terrorism 3