TPS Surveillance & Monitoring Systems 2

Question 1

When positioning a fixed security camera to monitor a building entrance, which factor is most important?

Accepted Answer

Camera angle and field of view that captures full-face images of persons entering and exiting

Answer

Facial recognition and identification require cameras to capture clear, full-face images at the point of entry. This is the primary investigative value of entrance surveillance.

Question 2

What is a 'blind spot' in a security camera system and why is it a concern?

Accepted Answer

An area not covered by any camera, leaving it unmonitored and creating a security vulnerability

Answer

Blind spots are unmonitored areas within a facility or property. Criminals and unauthorized persons may exploit blind spots to conduct illegal activities without being recorded.

Question 3

How should a security officer respond when they observe suspicious behavior on a live camera monitor?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify patrol officers or law enforcement and continue monitoring the situation

Answer

Live monitoring requires prompt response. Notifying patrol officers and continuing to monitor allows for an appropriate ground-level response while maintaining situational awareness.

Question 4

What is the recommended practice for managing recorded security footage to ensure it is available for investigations?

Accepted Answer

Establish a retention policy that keeps footage for a minimum number of days and secure storage access

Answer

Footage retention policies ensure recordings are available when needed. Industry practice is to retain footage for at least 30 days, with longer retention for incidents.

Question 5

In what area does Texas law generally restrict the use of security cameras?

Accepted Answer

Areas where individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as restrooms and locker rooms

Answer

Recording in areas where people have a reasonable expectation of privacy — such as restrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms — is illegal in Texas under the invasive visual recording statute.

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

TPS Surveillance & Monitoring Systems 2