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What is the duty of care in legal terms?
What is the duty of care in legal terms?
- A duty to quit providing help once a replacement arrives
- A duty to provide assistance to anyone in need
- A duty to immediately transfer possession of evidence to a peace officer
- A legal duty to take reasonable care not to cause harm to another person that could be reasonably foreseen (correct)
What is the obligation of a security guard while providing first aid or assistance?
What is the obligation of a security guard while providing first aid or assistance?
- Leave the area and find a paramedic
- Quit providing help once a replacement arrives
- Transfer evidence to anyone in need
- Continue providing help until relieved of duties (correct)
What is vital for the continuity of possession of evidence in criminal cases?
What is vital for the continuity of possession of evidence in criminal cases?
- Asking someone to watch the evidence for you
- Leaving the area and finding a peace officer immediately
- Giving the evidence to anyone other than a peace officer
- Not losing sight of the evidence and not giving it to anyone else (correct)
Who can a security guard transfer evidence to?
Who can a security guard transfer evidence to?
What are the three most basic kinds of evidence that courts consider?
What are the three most basic kinds of evidence that courts consider?
Which type of evidence refers to objects shown in court and its reliability depends on how it is presented and used in conjunction with other evidence?
Which type of evidence refers to objects shown in court and its reliability depends on how it is presented and used in conjunction with other evidence?
What is the fundamental principle of PIPEDA in relation to the handling of personal information by organizations?
What is the fundamental principle of PIPEDA in relation to the handling of personal information by organizations?
In which type of evidence is the reliability a concern as it infers the existence or non-existence of a fact in issue from other proven circumstances?
In which type of evidence is the reliability a concern as it infers the existence or non-existence of a fact in issue from other proven circumstances?
Under PIPEDA, to which organizations does the law apply?
Under PIPEDA, to which organizations does the law apply?
Which type of evidence is a statement made by someone other than the witness and is submitted to prove the truth of the original statement?
Which type of evidence is a statement made by someone other than the witness and is submitted to prove the truth of the original statement?
What does PIPEDA emphasize regarding data collection?
What does PIPEDA emphasize regarding data collection?
What rights do individuals have regarding their personal information under PIPEDA?
What rights do individuals have regarding their personal information under PIPEDA?
What is the role of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada under PIPEDA?
What is the role of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada under PIPEDA?
What is required for cross-border data flow under PIPEDA?
What is required for cross-border data flow under PIPEDA?
What role do security guards play in evidence collection for serious crimes?
What role do security guards play in evidence collection for serious crimes?
What is the primary objective of preserving a crime scene?
What is the primary objective of preserving a crime scene?
Why is it crucial to protect evidence like fingerprints and footprints?
Why is it crucial to protect evidence like fingerprints and footprints?
What is the role of security guards in preserving crime scenes?
What is the role of security guards in preserving crime scenes?
What action enables the police to conduct contamination-free investigations?
What action enables the police to conduct contamination-free investigations?
In addition to preserving the scene, what other crucial responsibility do security guards have?
In addition to preserving the scene, what other crucial responsibility do security guards have?
Study Notes
Responsibilities of a Security Guard in Preserving a Crime Scene
- The ultimate objective is to preserve enough evidence for holding the responsible person or persons accountable
- Assessment of the evidence present and its vulnerability is crucial
- Some evidence, like fingerprints and footprints, can be damaged by exposure to the elements
- It is essential to use common sense and take creative measures to protect the evidence
- Preserving a crime scene is similar to the duty of care for evidence
- The undisturbed crime scene enables the police to conduct contamination-free investigations
- While waiting for the police, providing medical attention, taking notes, and protecting evidence are key responsibilities
- Setting up barriers, protecting trace evidence, and documenting any changes to the scene are important actions
- Security guards play a crucial role in preserving crime scenes for law enforcement investigators
- Examples of security guard responsibilities include securing the scene, minimizing contamination, and protecting physical evidence
- Additional responsibilities include documenting the scene, keeping a log, maintaining witness information, and limiting access
- Cooperation with law enforcement and maintaining evidence chain of custody are also crucial responsibilities for security guards in preserving a crime scene
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Test your knowledge of the responsibilities of a security guard in preserving a crime scene with this quiz. Explore the crucial role security guards play in protecting evidence and minimizing contamination before law enforcement arrives. Key responsibilities such as setting up barriers, documenting changes to the scene, and maintaining evidence chain of custody are covered.
