TPS Security Technology & Equipment

Question 1

What is the purpose of a two-way radio in security operations, and what are the basic protocols for its use?

Accepted Answer

Real-time communication between officers and supervisors — protocols include identifying yourself, being concise, waiting for the channel to clear, and using plain language or agreed codes

Answer

Two-way radios enable coordination between security personnel. Good radio protocol means being brief, clear, and professional to keep channels available for urgent transmissions.

Question 2

What is a 'body-worn camera' (BWC) and what are the benefits of its use by security officers?

Accepted Answer

A wearable video recording device that documents interactions — benefits include accountability, evidence collection, and deterrence of misconduct by both officers and subjects

Answer

Body-worn cameras document officer interactions, providing accountability, evidentiary value, and deterring misconduct by all parties.

Question 3

What is a 'metal detector wand' and how is it used in security screening?

Accepted Answer

A handheld electronic device that detects metallic objects on a person's body — used by slowly passing it over the body while monitoring for audible or visual alerts

Answer

Handheld metal detector wands are passed slowly over a person's body to detect concealed metallic objects such as weapons. An alert indicates a metallic item in that area.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'panic button' or 'duress alarm' system in a security context?

Accepted Answer

To allow officers or employees under threat to silently alert security or emergency services without alerting the threat

Answer

Panic buttons enable silent distress signals that alert security or emergency services when an officer or employee is in danger and cannot vocalize for help.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'vehicle barrier' (such as bollards or jersey barriers) in physical security?

Accepted Answer

To prevent unauthorized vehicles from entering protected areas and to protect pedestrians from vehicle-borne attacks

Answer

Vehicle barriers physically prevent unauthorized vehicle entry and protect people from vehicle-as-weapon attacks, which have become a significant security concern.

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

TPS Security Technology & Equipment