Safety and Security Practices
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What are the reasons for checking all equipment before beginning your shift?

  • To reduce the amount of time spent on maintenance
  • To see if anything is missing/not accounted for (correct)
  • To see if it works (correct)
  • To see if there is any damage so it can be reported (correct)

    • Which of the following is not considered an asset?

  • Financial investments
  • Ideals (correct)
  • People
  • Property

    • How does a security guard effectively prevent loss?

  • Recording information in notebooks to create reports
  • Observing vulnerabilities, risk, and threats (correct)
  • Using security technology to monitor premises
  • Implementing security personnel to patrol

    • What benefit does a security guard gain from being observant?

    <p>Memory of events/situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using your sense of sight during security work, which should you be aware of?

    <p>Changes to the pattern of the physical environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors should be monitored using your sense of hearing while performing security duties?

    <p>Sudden loud noises which could indicate trouble</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which odors should a security guard be cautious of when using their sense of smell?

    <p>Smoke from a fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical sensations should a security guard pay attention to when using their sense of touch?

    <p>Temperature of objects relevant to the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not governed by the Employment Standards Act?

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

    What is the primary purpose of the Residential Tenancies Act?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Liquor Licence Act, who is permitted to sell liquor?

    <p>Those holding a valid liquor license permit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does someone become a trespasser under the Trespass to Property Act?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general enforcement activity of Security Guards under the Provincial Offenses Act?

    <p>Assisting in parking violations when licensed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity has the authority over the ownership of a security notebook?

    <p>The company who issued it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a private citizen arrests someone without a warrant, to whom must they deliver that person?

    <p>Peace Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct method for correcting a mistake in a security notebook?

    <p>Draw one line through the mistake and initial it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Tort Law commonly referred to as?

    <p>Common Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a likely result of writing a detailed and concise report?

    <p>The security guard would be reprimanded for unprofessional reporting of an incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a valid reason for a security guard to write a report?

    <p>To describe why you require days off in the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 8 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms primarily deal with?

    <p>Search and Seizure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) pertain to?

    <p>Ontario’s legislation for workplace health and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)?

    <p>It’s an international hazard communication standard focusing on cautionary labelling of containers of controlled products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT relate to the duties of a security guard?

    <p>Providing personal services to clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would be the consequence of failing to follow proper report writing techniques as a security guard?

    <p>Potential legal repercussions for misinformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would NOT be an example of 'use of force' during an arrest?

    <p>None of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of arresting?

    <p>Depriving them of their freedom. When a person is arrested he/she is under the physical control of another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What course of action does arresting someone represent?

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

    What should be completed after using use of force on your site in security?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents the correct order of the five stages of the use of force model?

    <p>Officer Presence, Verbal Communication, Physical Control, Intermediate Weapons, Lethal Force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered physical control in an arrest?

    <p>Any physical gesture used to control a subject that does not involve using a weapon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a guiding principle of the National Use of Force Framework?

    <p>Hold people down on the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a Use of Force form be filed?

    <p>Immediately after the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT represent an emergency situation that security personnel may encounter?

    <p>Missed patrol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Anti-Terrorism Act, which of these best defines terrorist activity?

    <p>An act of omission aimed at intimidating the public regarding security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under Bill 159, what are security guards explicitly required to do?

    <p>Respond to threats with physical action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the event of a fire, what must a security guard know first?

    <p>How to alert building occupants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To minimize explosion risks in hazardous areas, security guards must be aware of which of the following?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In security procedures, a suspicious package should be viewed as:

    <p>A potential threat that requires careful assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key responsibility of security personnel during a bomb threat?

    <p>Evacuating the premises immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option best describes the primary goal of security personnel during an emergency?

    <p>Preservation of public lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Equipment Checks

    • Checking equipment before a shift ensures functionality, identifies damage, and confirms all items are accounted for.

    Assets

    • Assets include property and people, while ideals are not considered assets.

    Loss Prevention

    • Security guards identify vulnerabilities and threats, document information, and use observation to prevent loss.

    Observational Skills

    • Being observant enhances memory, recognizes environmental inconsistencies, and contributes to personal safety.

    Sensory Awareness

    • Sight: Note distances, hazards, and environmental changes.
    • Hearing: Pay attention to loud voices, alarms, and unexpected noises.
    • Smell: Be alert for gasoline, rotten eggs (natural gas), and smoke.
    • Touch: Identify textures, hazards, and temperature changes.
    • Taste: Exercise caution with unknown liquids and gases.

    Notebook Corrections

    • Mistakes in a notebook should be corrected by drawing a line through the error and initialing it.

    Reporting

    • Detailed reports create accurate records, assist police evidence, and inform clients of ongoing issues.

    Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

    • OHSA is Ontario’s legislation focused on workplace health and safety.

    WHMIS

    • WHMIS includes guidelines for hazard communication, labeling controlled products, and educating workers about chemical safety.

    Emergency Situations

    • Security personnel encounter emergencies like bomb threats, weapons emergencies, and suspicious packages.

    Anti-Terrorism Act

    • Defines terrorist activities as politically or ideologically motivated acts intended to intimidate the public or compel organizations.

    Bill 159 Responsibilities

    • Security guards are required to respond to medical emergencies and bomb threats but do not have the authority to disarm bombs.

    Fire Response

    • Essential steps include knowing how to confine, alert, and spot fire signs.

    Explosion Risk Reduction

    • Awareness of hazardous material locations, their properties, and safe handling procedures is crucial for safety.

    Suspicious Packages

    • Treat each with suspicion as they may be linked to criminal investigations or health emergencies.

    Employment Standards Act

    • Governs hours of work and wages, but not uniforms.

    Security Enforcement Activities

    • Security guards can engage in enforcement activities under specific municipal licensing primarily regarding parking violations.

    Residential Tenancies Act

    • Aims to protect tenants from unlawful evictions and regulate residential rents.

    Liquor Licence Act

    • Governs the sale of liquor, requiring a proper license or permit.

    Trespass to Property Act

    • Trespassers are defined by their failure to leave when instructed, entering prohibited areas, and engaging in forbidden activities.

    Citizen's Arrest

    • Non-police citizens must deliver arrested individuals to a peace officer.

    Tort Law

    • Commonly referred to as civil law that deals with wrongful acts leading to legal liability.

    Charter of Rights and Freedoms

    • Section 8 addresses search, seizure, and detention rights.

    Use of Force

    • Any excessive physical gesture during an arrest, such as choking or slapping, is beyond appropriate force.

    Definition of Arresting

    • Arresting deprives a person of freedom, placing them under someone's control.

    Use of Force Documentation

    • Security must complete a Use of Force form, incident report, and notebook entry after any use of force.

    Use of Force Model Stages

    • Steps include Officer Presence, Verbal Communication, Physical Control, Intermediate Weapons, and Lethal Force.

    Physical Control

    • Refers to actions used to control a subject without the use of weapons.

    National Use of Force Framework Principles

    • Focuses on preserving life, public safety, and appropriate intervention methods.

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    This quiz covers essential safety and security practices, including equipment checks, asset identification, and loss prevention strategies. Learn to enhance your observational skills and sensory awareness to better protect yourself and your environment.

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