CLEET Unarmed Security Guard Phase II
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1. The primary purpose of Phase II training for unarmed security guards
is to:
A. Teach advanced weapons tactics
B. Enhance practical application of legal authority and security duties
C. Replace Phase I training
D. Certify guards as peace officers
Phase II builds on Phase I by emphasizing applied skills, decision-
making, and professional conduct within legal limits.
2. An unarmed security guard’s authority to detain a suspect is best
described as:
A. The same as a police officer
B. Limited and based on citizen’s arrest laws
, C. Unlimited on private property
D. Granted only during emergencies
Security guards generally rely on citizen’s arrest authority and must
strictly follow legal guidelines.
3. When may an unarmed security guard legally detain a person?
A. Anytime suspicious behavior is observed
B. When a crime has been committed in the guard’s presence
C. When instructed by a supervisor only
D. For questioning without cause
Detention authority is limited and usually requires direct observation
of a crime.
4. The most appropriate first action when confronting a potentially
hostile individual is to:
A. Use physical force
B. Call police immediately
C. Use verbal communication and de-escalation
D. Retreat without assessment
Verbal de-escalation is the preferred initial response to reduce risk
and avoid force.
5. Use of force by an unarmed security guard must always be:
A. Equal to police standards
B. Based on personal judgment
C. Reasonable and necessary for the situation
, D. Approved in advance
Force must meet the legal standard of reasonableness and necessity.
6. Which factor is most important when determining if force is justified?
A. Guard’s experience
B. Suspect’s attitude
C. Immediacy of the threat
D. Presence of witnesses
An immediate threat to safety is the key factor in justifying force.
7. Handcuffs may be used by an unarmed security guard when:
A. Detaining anyone
B. Policy allows and the subject poses a safety risk
C. Police are not available
D. The suspect requests it
Restraints are permitted only if authorized and necessary for safety.
8. Improper use of handcuffs can result in:
A. Minor inconvenience only
B. Civil or criminal liability
C. Automatic dismissal
D. No consequences
Improper restraint can lead to lawsuits or criminal charges.
9. The correct method of escorting a compliant detainee is to:
A. Push them forward
B. Pull their arm
Practice Examination Questions And
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Rationales 2026 Q&A | Instant
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1. The primary purpose of Phase II training for unarmed security guards
is to:
A. Teach advanced weapons tactics
B. Enhance practical application of legal authority and security duties
C. Replace Phase I training
D. Certify guards as peace officers
Phase II builds on Phase I by emphasizing applied skills, decision-
making, and professional conduct within legal limits.
2. An unarmed security guard’s authority to detain a suspect is best
described as:
A. The same as a police officer
B. Limited and based on citizen’s arrest laws
, C. Unlimited on private property
D. Granted only during emergencies
Security guards generally rely on citizen’s arrest authority and must
strictly follow legal guidelines.
3. When may an unarmed security guard legally detain a person?
A. Anytime suspicious behavior is observed
B. When a crime has been committed in the guard’s presence
C. When instructed by a supervisor only
D. For questioning without cause
Detention authority is limited and usually requires direct observation
of a crime.
4. The most appropriate first action when confronting a potentially
hostile individual is to:
A. Use physical force
B. Call police immediately
C. Use verbal communication and de-escalation
D. Retreat without assessment
Verbal de-escalation is the preferred initial response to reduce risk
and avoid force.
5. Use of force by an unarmed security guard must always be:
A. Equal to police standards
B. Based on personal judgment
C. Reasonable and necessary for the situation
, D. Approved in advance
Force must meet the legal standard of reasonableness and necessity.
6. Which factor is most important when determining if force is justified?
A. Guard’s experience
B. Suspect’s attitude
C. Immediacy of the threat
D. Presence of witnesses
An immediate threat to safety is the key factor in justifying force.
7. Handcuffs may be used by an unarmed security guard when:
A. Detaining anyone
B. Policy allows and the subject poses a safety risk
C. Police are not available
D. The suspect requests it
Restraints are permitted only if authorized and necessary for safety.
8. Improper use of handcuffs can result in:
A. Minor inconvenience only
B. Civil or criminal liability
C. Automatic dismissal
D. No consequences
Improper restraint can lead to lawsuits or criminal charges.
9. The correct method of escorting a compliant detainee is to:
A. Push them forward
B. Pull their arm
