TPS Access Control & Perimeter Security 2

Question 1

A visitor arrives at a secured facility without an appointment. What is the FIRST action a security officer should take?

Accepted Answer

Verify the visitor's identity and purpose before allowing entry

Answer

Security officers must verify identity and purpose before granting any access to unscheduled visitors.

Question 2

Which type of barrier is considered a 'passive' perimeter security measure?

Accepted Answer

Chain-link fence with barbed wire

Answer

Passive barriers like fences physically prevent or delay unauthorized entry without requiring active human or electronic operation.

Question 3

What does 'tailgating' refer to in access control?

Accepted Answer

An unauthorized person following an authorized person through a secured door

Answer

Tailgating (also called piggybacking) occurs when an unauthorized individual follows closely behind an authorized person to gain entry without credentials.

Question 4

Under Texas Private Security law, who is authorized to carry a firearm on duty?

Accepted Answer

Only security officers with a valid commissioned security officer license

Answer

Only commissioned security officers who hold the appropriate license under the Texas Private Security Act may carry firearms on duty.

Question 5

A mantrap (security vestibule) is designed primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Prevent simultaneous passage of multiple individuals through a controlled entrance

Answer

A mantrap uses two interlocking doors so only one can open at a time, preventing tailgating and controlling the flow of individuals.

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

TPS Access Control & Perimeter Security 2