TEXAS PRIVATE SECURITY BUREAU LEVEL TWO
TRAINING COURSE | 2025/2026 UPDATE | QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS | SCORED A+
The Texas Privat Security Board consists of seven members appointed by the
governor with the advice and consent of the senate as follows: Answer - 1.)
Four public members, each of whom is a citizen of the United States
2.) One member who is licensed as a private investigator
3.) One member who is licensed as as an alarm systems company
4.) One member who is licensed as the owner or operator of a guard company
What power does the Texas Department of Public Safety retain? Answer - The
DPS retains the power to issue subpoenas and injunctions.
As a security officer, can you refuse to testify in court? Answer - No
Does the DPS have the authority to license its investigative employees as a
peace officer? Answer - Yes
It is a crime for a security company to operate without a license. What have
they committed if found guilty? Answer - They have committed a Class A
Misdemeanor
Firearm Answer - any device designed, made, or adapted to expel a projectile
through a barrel by using the energy generated by an explosion
, The Code of Conduct requires that all security officers must, in the course of
their employment: Answer - 1.) Behave honestly and with integrity.
2.) Act and care with diligence.
3.) Treat everyone with respect and courtesy and without harassment.
4.) Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
5.) Comply with client and employer policies.
6.) Never provides false, misleading, or incomplete information in response to a
request for information that is made for official purposes.
7.) Use client and employer resources in a proper manner.
What should you do if you observe suspicious/criminal activity on a nearby
property? Answer - You should observe and report; call the police
What is a security officer assigned to protect? Answer - A security officer is
assigned to protect specific people and property.
A security officer may also be responsible for maintaining certain company
policies. These could include: Answer - Requiring employees to show badges
when entering a property
What can you do if a police officer asks you to leave your post? Answer - You
cannot refuse to leave your post
Never play "cop" Answer - Security officers don't have the legal authority to do
the same things a peace officer can do
Pocket Cards Answer - Must be carried while on duty
TRAINING COURSE | 2025/2026 UPDATE | QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS | SCORED A+
The Texas Privat Security Board consists of seven members appointed by the
governor with the advice and consent of the senate as follows: Answer - 1.)
Four public members, each of whom is a citizen of the United States
2.) One member who is licensed as a private investigator
3.) One member who is licensed as as an alarm systems company
4.) One member who is licensed as the owner or operator of a guard company
What power does the Texas Department of Public Safety retain? Answer - The
DPS retains the power to issue subpoenas and injunctions.
As a security officer, can you refuse to testify in court? Answer - No
Does the DPS have the authority to license its investigative employees as a
peace officer? Answer - Yes
It is a crime for a security company to operate without a license. What have
they committed if found guilty? Answer - They have committed a Class A
Misdemeanor
Firearm Answer - any device designed, made, or adapted to expel a projectile
through a barrel by using the energy generated by an explosion
, The Code of Conduct requires that all security officers must, in the course of
their employment: Answer - 1.) Behave honestly and with integrity.
2.) Act and care with diligence.
3.) Treat everyone with respect and courtesy and without harassment.
4.) Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
5.) Comply with client and employer policies.
6.) Never provides false, misleading, or incomplete information in response to a
request for information that is made for official purposes.
7.) Use client and employer resources in a proper manner.
What should you do if you observe suspicious/criminal activity on a nearby
property? Answer - You should observe and report; call the police
What is a security officer assigned to protect? Answer - A security officer is
assigned to protect specific people and property.
A security officer may also be responsible for maintaining certain company
policies. These could include: Answer - Requiring employees to show badges
when entering a property
What can you do if a police officer asks you to leave your post? Answer - You
cannot refuse to leave your post
Never play "cop" Answer - Security officers don't have the legal authority to do
the same things a peace officer can do
Pocket Cards Answer - Must be carried while on duty
