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Which department is responsible for security?

  • Ministry of Public Security (correct)
  • Department of Justice
  • Ministry of Defense
  • Local Law Enforcement

What does ABST stand for?

Alberta Basic Security Training

A security professional's goals or responsibilities are to protect:

Property, people, and information

What is the primary role of a security professional?

<p>Observe, deter, report</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does patrolling mean?

<p>Consciously walking around and checking, awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does control access refer to?

<p>Limiting access to authorized people</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Alberta introduce the Security Services and Investigators Act?

<p>June 1, 2010</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which five areas does ABST qualify you for?

<p>Security services, alarm responder, loss prevention, executive protection, patrol dog handler</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 3 of SSIA for?

<p>Security services</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 6 of SSIA for?

<p>Loss prevention workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does SSIA stand for?

<p>Security Services and Investigators Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many years is a security license valid for?

<p>2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many days is a police clearance valid for?

<p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 16 of SSIA for?

<p>Refusal of licence application</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 17 of SSIA about?

<p>License is not transferable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 18 of SSIA for?

<p>Reporting in writing about license</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Section 18 of SSIA, when should you report if your license is lost or stolen?

<p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Section 18 of SSIA, when should you report involvement in criminal or drug content?

<p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Section 18 of SSIA, when should you report a change in information for your license?

<p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Section 18 of SSIA, when should you report if you need to update criminal record information?

<p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 34 of SSIA state?

<p>Wearing of uniform, carrying of weapons, and public complaint process under the act</p> Signup and view all the answers

A complaint must be filed within?

<p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does deportment outline?

<p>The conduct and behaviour of an individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 20 of the ministerial regulation?

<p>Code of conduct, ensuring minimum standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protect?

<p>Life, liberty and security of person</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

<p>Everyone living in Canada has the right to life, liberty and security and the right not to have these taken away (unless under exceptional circumstances)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms provide?

<p>Search or seizure</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

<p>Individuals are protected from unreasonable search leading to seizure of their property</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 9 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms state?

<p>Detention or imprisonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define Section 9 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

<p>Everyone has the right not to be detained or imprisoned without adequate reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

Never confuse your position as security with:

<p>Police officers, peace officers, or any legal position higher than you</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should you perform as a security professional?

<p>Performing in accordance with the knowledge, you limit your dangers to legal action and civil suits which harm yours or your employees' reputation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What rights do you have as a security professional?

<p>Same rights to take action as other citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary duty of a security professional?

<p>Safeguard the people and property you have been assigned to protect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does arrest mean?

<p>Detain an individual to investigate the individual's possible involvement in a criminal activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 494 (1) in the Criminal Code of Canada state?

<p>Anyone may arrest without warrant on reasonable grounds if you find someone committing an indictable (serious) offence, is escaping from lawful authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 494 (2) in the Criminal Code of Canada state?

<p>The owner or a person in lawful possession of a property, or a person authorized by the owner can arrest someone who is committing ANY offence</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are on duty and someone broke the window, is an offence committed? Do you have the power to arrest? Why or why not?

<p>Yes, Yes, Under Section 494(2) of the Criminal Code of Canada states that I can make an arrest because I am lawfully authorized to for the property I'm working at.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you see someone stab another with a knife, is an offence committed? Do you have the power to arrest? Why or why not?

<p>Yes, Yes, because it is an indictable (serious) offence</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you see someone throw a stone to break a window while shopping, is an offence committed? Do you have the power to arrest? Why or why not?

<p>Yes, No, because it is not an indictable offence and I am not authorized under the owner of the property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How to make an arrest?

<p>Identify yourself, tell the person why you are arresting them, check if they understand, remove the person to a private area if possible, advise the person of their rights, allow the person to make a phone call, advise the person they are not obligated to say something, call the police and wait for them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three classifications of offence under the Criminal Code?

<p>Summary conviction, indictable, hybrid (dual)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a summary conviction offence?

<p>A crime that is considered less serious and carries a lighter penalty</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an indictable offence?

<p>A crime that is considered serious under the federal law</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hybrid (dual) offence?

<p>Offences which include both a summary conviction and indictable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an offence over $5,000?

<p>Indictable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an offence under or less than $5,000?

<p>Hybrid (dual)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does dwelling mean?

<p>House where people live</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does non-dwelling refer to?

<p>Business</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the most common offences?

<p>Defence of property, assault, theft, break and enter, possession of stolen property, mischief</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does retail theft mean?

<p>Offence is not considered until subject has passed checkout or has left the store - any arrest without warrant may be regarded as unlawful</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does use of force mean for a security professional?

<p>Avoid force as much as possible, you have no more or no fewer rights than any other citizen</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 25 of the Criminal Code of Canada (CC) state?

<p>Protection of persons acting under authority (acting under reasonable grounds)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe reasonable amount of force.

<p>Under Section 25 of CC acting under reasonable grounds means using power properly (self-defence)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Employment Standards Code and Regulation?

<p>Legislation which protects workers in the province of Alberta (every employer has to pay minimum wages)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three activities required for observation?

<p>Noticing, interpreting, recalling</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does noticing involve?

<p>Using 5 senses for noticing (sight, smell, touch, taste, sound)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does interpreting mean in observation?

<p>Understanding what you noticed using 5 senses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does recalling involve in security?

<p>Memory, to help you if you require further action</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in a good observation?

<p>CAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CAR stand for?

<p>Concentrate, Associate, Repeat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you use your senses for?

<p>Continually scan the area while on patrol, commit details to memory, be watchful for change</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are patrol skills?

<p>Making an ACTIVE survey of the persons or property you are tasked with protecting</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does physical preparedness include?

<p>Making sure you have your badge, license, and uniform, don't forget keys, notebook, pen, radio, phone, are you feeling well?</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a post order?

<p>A written document given by employer that outlines duties and responsibilities, policy and procedure guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is mental preparedness?

<p>Focusing, reviewing, dealing with distractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does excessive force mean?

<p>Section 26 - using too much force</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Section 4 TPT?

<p>Trespass to Premises Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some points to consider when carrying out foot patrol?

<p>Do not use portable stereo system (it will interfere with hearing sense), don't smoke (it will affect your sense of smell), at night walk quietly</p> Signup and view all the answers

During nighttime, how should you walk?

<p>Quietly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does carrying out a basic patrol involve?

<p>Walk confidently about the property or premises and record anything unusual in your notebook (it is legal evidence), contact police if you find evidence suggesting a criminal act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are alarm responders supposed to do?

<p>Respond to an alarm when it goes off (obey all traffic laws, note and take care of that evidence, notify police)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be said about alarm monitoring systems?

<p>They have different alerting systems (e.g., lights flashing, direct call to police, the alarm going off)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are off-site responders?

<p>Alarm responders and patrol dog handlers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are onsite responders?

<p>Loss prevention, security services, and executive protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does controlling crowds mean?

<p>Handle the crowd with your limitations (unorganized and organized)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an organized crowd?

<p>With a leader, where people know each other (e.g., political rally)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an unorganized crowd?

<p>Unknown people gathered (e.g., crowd on train)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three parameters of crowd dynamic?

<p>Leader - influencer, strength - number of people, feeling - how attached you are to the crowd</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three crowd control strategies?

<p>Remove the leaders, break the crowd into smaller groups, seek help from a calm leader to control by law enforcement (e.g., celebrity)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are signs to suspect somebody?

<p>Physical - quick scan to decide if they are a good person, behavioural, psychological</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is drug paraphernalia?

<p>Items that are aids to using drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when interacting with media?

<p>Do not disclose any information (don't talk to them)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does being on time mean for your shift?

<p>Being on time</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Security Basics

  • The Ministry of Public Security oversees security responsibilities in Alberta.
  • ABST refers to Alberta Basic Security Training, which prepares individuals for various security roles.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • A security professional's primary objectives include protecting property, people, and information.
  • Main duties consist of observing, deterring, and reporting incidents.
  • Patrolling involves actively checking the surroundings to maintain awareness.
  • The Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA) was implemented on June 1, 2010.
  • Specific sections of SSIA address various aspects of security services:
    • Section 3 covers security services.
    • Section 6 pertains to loss prevention workers.
    • Section 16 is about refusal of license applications.
    • Section 17 states that licenses are non-transferable.
    • Section 18 deals with reporting requirements regarding licenses.

Reporting Requirements

  • Lost or stolen licenses must be reported within 24 hours.
  • Involvement in criminal activities must also be reported within 24 hours.
  • Changes in license information or criminal record updates require reporting within 30 days.

Complaints and Conduct

  • Complaints against security practices must be filed within 90 days.
  • Section 34 of SSIA defines rules regarding uniforms, weapons, and public complaints.

Rights and Protections

  • Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees life, liberty, and security for all individuals in Canada.
  • Individuals are protected from unreasonable search and seizure under Section 8, and unlawful detention or imprisonment under Section 9.

Arrest Powers and Procedures

  • Section 494 of the Criminal Code of Canada allows citizens to make arrests in certain circumstances.
  • The types of offences under the Criminal Code include Summary Conviction, Indictable, and Hybrid (Dual) offences.
  • Summary Conviction offences are considered less serious, while Indictable offences carry heavier penalties.

Use of Force and Self-Defense

  • Security professionals must avoid excessive force, defined under Section 26 of the Criminal Code.
  • Reasonable force, as per Section 25, allows reactively appropriately in self-defense situations.

Patrol and Observation Techniques

  • Effective patrol involves actively surveying the area, being mindful of possible distractions, and maintaining physical and mental preparedness.
  • Observation is a critical skill encompassing noticing, interpreting, and recalling details.

Crowd Control Protocols

  • Manage crowds by recognizing organized vs. unorganized groups and employing strategies such as removing leaders or breaking crowds into smaller groups for better control.

Documentation and Responsibilities

  • Maintain a Post Order document, outlining duties and procedures.
  • Alarm responders must follow legal procedures when responding to incidents, including documenting findings and informing law enforcement as needed.

Interaction with Media

  • Security professionals should avoid disclosing any confidential information to the media during their duties.

Key Skills and Tools

  • Strong observation skills involve using all five senses and documenting observations effectively.
  • Physical preparedness requires having all necessary equipment for duty and assessing one's state of readiness before starting a shift.

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