TPS Study Guide 2026
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TPS exam key facts
- The Texas Private Security Company Representative examination consists of 50 true/false and multiple-choice questions. Source
- A score of 70 percent or greater is required to pass the Texas Private Security Company Representative examination. Source
- Company Representative applicants may retake the Texas Private Security examination as often as the examination schedule allows within their 90-day application window. Source
- A new Texas private security license expires 2 years from the date of issuance. Source
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✍️ Sample TPS Questions & Answers
1. What is a 'security operations center' (SOC) and what is the role of a security officer working in one?
A SOC is the central hub for security monitoring and coordination. Officers there monitor multiple systems simultaneously and direct field officers to respond.
2. Which of the following is grounds for denial of a security officer commission in Texas?
A felony conviction is a disqualifying factor for obtaining a security officer commission. The DPS evaluates criminal history as part of the background check process.
3. A patron at a venue claims that another patron just offered them what appeared to be an illegal drug. What should the security officer do?
Drug distribution requires law enforcement intervention. Officers should document the report, notify supervisors, and involve law enforcement — not conduct their own criminal investigation.
4. After a significant emergency incident is resolved, what should a security officer do with all notes, witness statements, and observations gathered at the scene?
All field notes, witness statements, and scene observations must be retained and submitted according to company policy as they may be needed for legal, insurance, or investigative purposes.
5. Under the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code (TABC), what is a security officer's general duty when working at a licensed establishment?
Security officers at licensed establishments assist with TABC compliance by monitoring for and addressing intoxicated patrons, checking IDs to prevent underage drinking, and maintaining order.
6. What does a 'risk assessment' in physical security operations involve?
Risk assessment is a systematic process for identifying what could go wrong (threats), how likely it is (vulnerability), and what the consequences would be (impact), enabling prioritization of security resources.
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Sources & references
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- dps.texas.gov — Time limit, eligibility, renewal, score validity, test delivery, exam format, passing score, retake fee, retake policy, score release · verified Nov 2026