ALBERTA SECURITY EXAM 2024 (QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS)

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Only security professionals working in public buildings require a license. False

Security professionals protect persons, property, and information.

True

The main duties of a security professional are to observe, arrest, and report.
False

The public has the right to file a complaint against a security guard without telling the guard they are
doing so.
True

A security license may be transferred to another employee at your company. False

You may identify yourself as a peace officer if you hold a security license.
False

This aspect of security has a dual purpose: to deter criminal activity, as well as to observe and report any
criminal or unwanted activity that occurs either in the interior or on the exterior premises.
Patrolling

This type of security professional may be required to work within a traffic management plan to ensure the
overall safety of the site.
Traffic Control

This aspect of security is important during every shift. Critical incidents may require an additional,
detailed occurrence (or incident) report.
Report Writing

Security professionals responsible for this are often required to ensure that persons entering an area
have the relevant documentation to do so.
Access Control

The security professional is required to assist the public while still observing other activities and behaviours
in the premises. The security industry is a balance between a professional service orientation and the role of
a protector.
True

Persons, Property or Both?

Traffic / parking control at a large venue

Theme parks / shopping malls

Hospitals
Security professionals may be required to direct traffic in order to maintain safety at a job site. True

One of the main roles of a security professional is to observe and report. True

A security professional is permitted to arrest an individual for shoplifting. True

Protection of persons, property, and information are all roles that a security professional may fill. True

Which of the following terms is an individual license holder permitted to use when referring to
themselves?
Security Professional

Under the SSIA, an Individual licence may be suspended under which condition(s)?
Both A and C

The SSIA contains information in respect to:

- wearing of uniforms;
- carrying of weapons; and

- the public complaint process under the Act

True

Under Section 17 of the SSIA, a security licence is transferrable.

False

Under the public complaint process, how long does an individual have to submit a complaint after the incident
in question?
90 days

You may work as a security professional once you have completed this course, while you wait for your
licence.
False

The Registrar may refuse a licence application if the individual has been charged with a criminal offence.
True

A written complaint about a security professional must be directed to: The

employer of the security professional

This word refers to the conduct of a security professional.

Deportment
What are a security professional's main duties?
All of the above

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms does not pertain to a security professional.
False

A licensed security professional has the authority of a peace officer.

False

Security professionals are permitted to perform an arrest.

True

You may arrest an individual who you believe has committed a crime even though you did not see the
criminal activity take place.
False

If you arrest an individual, you must turn the person over to your supervisor. False

You can be held criminally responsible if you use excessive force.

True
Arrest or detention
Section 10

Search or seizure
Section 8

Detention or imprisonment
Section 9

Life, liberty, and security of person

Section 7

In which of the following circumstances is a security professional permitted to arrest an individual without
a warrant?
All of the above

Which Section of the Criminal Code pertains to arresting? Section

494

How do the rights of a security professional compare to the rights of a private citizen? A
security professional has the same rights.
What is the correct sequence of events in the arrest process?
Identify yourself, state the reason for arrest, check for understanding, move person to a private area,
advise person of their rights, call police.

This is a serious offence defined under federal law. Examples of this type of offence include aggravated
assault and possession of housebreaking instruments.
Indictable

This is generally considered to be a less serious offence, punishable by jail time, a fine, or both.
Examples of this type of offence include having a weapon at a public meeting or trespassing at night.
Summary

A hybrid offence include both a summary conviction offence and an indictable offence. Examples of
hybrid offences include public mischief and theft $5,000 or less.
True

Select the two offences that are considered summary offences.

Vagrancy

Loitering

Select the two offences that are considered indictable offences.

Theft over $5,000
Mischief endangering life

Select the two offences that are considered hybrid offences. Criminal
harrassment

Assault (common)

What does Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantee?
Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of the person and the right not to be deprived thereof
except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice.

What does Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantee?
Everyone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure.

What does Section 9 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantee?
Everyone has the right not to be arbitrarily detained or imprisoned.

What does Section 10 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantee?
Everyone has the right on arrest or detention (a) to be informed promptly of the reasons therefor; (b) to
retain and instruct counsel without delay and to be informed of that right; and (c) to have the validity of the
detention determined by way of habeas corpus and to be released if the detention is not lawful.
A security professional is legally allowed to search an individual that they have arrested if they believe
the individual may have a weapon.
True

Indictable offences are usually less serious than summary convictions.

False

If a security professional filling a loss prevention role witnesses an individual shoplift, they should arrest the
individual prior to them leaving the store, ensuring that no merchandise is lost.
False

Which of the following choices would be considered reasonable force?

The minimum amount of force needed, depending on the situation.

In which of the following situation(s) is a security professional permitted to use reasonable force? All
the Above

If a security professional uses excessive force, they can be charged under Section 26 of the Criminal
Code.
True

Section 494 of the Criminal Code states that you may arrest an individual who commits an indictable
offence.
True
Aggravated assault is an example of which type of offence?
Indictable

Picking the lock on a secured office and removing items without permission is an example of which
offence?
Break and enter

Which piece of legislation protects workers in the province of Alberta

Employment Standards Code and Regulation

Which piece of legislation gives you authority as a representative of the owner of a property? Trespass
to Premises Act

Observing is the skill of telling others when they are in danger.

False

A post order explains your duties for a particular shift. True

Vehicle patrol allows you to get a closer look at your site than foot patrol. False
Individuals with an ID card may access all areas of the premises.
False

A crowd will only become a problem if there are many leaders present.
False

You should provide information to the media so they will stop asking questions.
False

What are the three steps to observing, in the correct order?

Notice, Interpret, Recall

How many senses does a security professional need to use when performing his/her duties? 5

It is important to take detailed notes that can assist you when writing your reports. True

What are the three steps to recalling information, in the correct order?
Concentrate, Associate, Repeat
Which of the following are examples of being mentally prepared for your shift? Select all that apply. Get
focused on the task at hand

Review your assignment, making a mental list of what you must accomplish and how you will do so

Deal with distractions prior to starting your shift, or set a time to deal with them after your shift, allowing
you to concentrate on your duties

What is one advantage of doing a foot patrol instead of a vehicle patrol? Foot
patrols are generally more thorough, as they enable you to get closer.

If you are on a boring work site, it is okay to listen to music through your headphones to keep you
engaged.
False

You should follow a consistent route in your patrols, while being careful not to become complacent. True

As a security professional, it is your job to question why individuals may have different access to certain
areas.
False

When checking an access card, it's important to compare the photo on the card to the person standing in
front of you.
True

Conducting surveillance is the act of carrying out patrol duties from a stationary position. True

If an alarm goes off while you are responsible for monitoring it, you must automatically contact the police.
False

When responding to an alarm, security professionals are permitted exceed the posted speed limit,
provided that they are careful.
False

When responding to an incident that is in an area monitored by CCTV surveillance, it is not necessary fora
security professional to take notes in their notebook.
False

Select one of the most common factors that influences crowd behaviour. The
emotional status of the crowd

The presence of alcohol at certain events can result in disturbances escalating. Examples include
concerts and sporting events.
True
Crowds at an emergency scene are generally very helpful - the more hands, the better!
False

Which of the below are strategies for dealing with a crowd? Select all that apply.
Remove the leader(s)

Break the crowd into smaller groups

Seek help from a sympathetic leader in the crowd

In a panic situation, it is important that the security professional(s) remain calm. Address the crowd
confidently and assertively, with enough volume to be heard. Yelling, threats, and use of force will only
increase the fear and panic in the crowd.
True

True or False: Observing consists of noticing, interpreting, and recalling. True

True or False: You should use only your sense of sight and sense of smell while patrolling.
False

One example of a strategy for dealing with an agitated crowd is to find a sympathetic leader to help you. True
True or False: It is permitted to use force prior to trying other methods. False

Professional, verbal communication does not involve the use of complicated words or acronyms. True

According to studies, approximately 90% of our communication is non-verbal. As a security professional,

you will most likely engage in non-verbal communication prior to ever saying a word.
True

As a security professional, you should use a tone of voice that is confident, friendly, and aggressive.
False

Security professionals must sometimes act as customer service specialists.

True

What does the acronym LEAPS stand for?

Listen
Empathize
Ask
Paraphrase
Summarize
LEAPS is a tool that is used to gain cooperation and compliance from individuals.
True

Removing inappropriate ideas and attitudes (such as bias, discrimination, and harassment) is the first
step to overcoming communication barriers.
True

It is okay to check for understanding at various points during your conversation.

True

Which of the following could be examples of personal triggers? Select all that apply.Disrespect

Sarcasm

Refusal to take responsibility for actions

Bullying

Profanity

Getting in someone's "personal space"

One tool for managing your personal triggers is to ignore the person who has set them off.
False

Which of the following are signs that a situation may be escalating?

A, C, and D

Some tactics for dealing with hostile or violent individuals are: remaining calm, removing the person from
a public area, and offering them choices.
True

When conducting an interview as a security professional, you should use open-ended questions only, as
these allow the interviewee the opportunity to provide you with more information.
False

What is the correct way to write 4:00pm using the 24 hr clock? 1600

What is the correct way to write 10:00pm using the 24 hr clock?

2200

What time is 2030 using the 12 hr clock?

8:30pm
What time is 18:15 using the 12 hr clock?
6:15pm

What are the phonetic alphabet words for F, N, and S?

Foxtrot, November, Sierra

As a security professional, you may be required to collect a statement from someone.

True

When writing reports, you should always use the present tense.
False past tense

Diagrams are permitted as supplements to a security professional's reports.

True

How long does a security professional have to notify the Registrar if they lose their licence? 24
hours

You will not have to deal with evidence in your role as a security professional. False
If you receive a subpoena for court as a security professional, you should do everything in your power to
make sure that you can attend. Review your notes ahead of time to refresh your memory on the incident in
question.
True

When is it appropriate to use inappropriate language in your notebook? When

you are quoting an individual

To make a correction in a notebook entry, you should:

Draw a single line through the error and initial it

An alarm system is made up of a sensor, a transmitter, a control panel, and a bomb threat checklist. False

should tell you how your employer expects you to respond to alarm situations.
Post orders

You may be asked to assist with a search in the case of a bomb threat.
True

You should treat all alarms as though they may be false alarms.
False
A security professional must focus only on burglar alarms.
False

As a security professional, if you hear a fire alarm, the first thing you should do is evacuate the building.
False

You do not need to record a false alarm in your notebook.

False

You may use water to put out all types of fires.

False

You should begin a search immediately after receiving a bomb threat.

False

Direct people to run during a building evacuation to help speed up the process.
False

Working in a parking lot during daytime hours is an example of a risk situation.

Low
The frequency with which events occur can impact their risk level.
True

Crowds are considered a form of hazard.

True

Hazard assessment is an ongoing

process. True