ABST Alberta Basic Security Training - Summary of other modules UPDATED!!!

ABST Alberta Basic Security Training - Summary of other modules UPDATED!!! Foot Patrol Steps - ANS -Bring your radio, notebook, pen, and any other equipment you would normally carry. The purpose of patrol is to look for signs of trouble; you want to be as prepared as possible in case you find what you are looking for. -Walk confidently about the property or premises. Be professional as others are watching you. Engage in exchanging quick bits of conversation (e.g., say hello in return if someone greets you) or answering simple questions (e.g., if someone asks where it is okay to park) but do not become engrossed in lengthy conversations. First of all, you are paid to be protecting persons and property as directed by your employer and second, an ongoing conversation could serve as a distraction to keep you from noticing other activities taking place. Alberta Solicitor General and Ministry of Public -Follow a consistent route through or around the premises; you should make a routine to ensure you have covered all areas you are responsible for. Be careful, however, not to become so familiar with your route that you stop looking closely enough to notice when things are amiss. -Check doors and windows as you walk by; if they should normally be locked, ensure they are with each pass of the location. -Look for signs that something is amiss. People involved in odd behaviour are worth a second glance (e.g., an individual trying to open car doors, moving from one vehicle to the next). Objects or items which appear out of place should be investigated. Use your senses to let you know when something's "not quite right." -In conditions of poor lighting, shine your light into the room or space before entering so that you may see what is there (or not there); it is easy for somebody to hide in the dark and take you by surprise. -Record anything unusual in your notebook. Contact the police if you find evidence suggesting a criminal a CAR(Recalling) - ANS Concentrate Associate Repeat Observing (3 Steps) - ANS · noticing · interpreting · recalling Types of Communication - ANS - Visual - Tactile - Vocal - Use of time, space, and image LEAPS (listening) - ANS Listen Emphasize Ask Paraphrase Summarize Signs if intoxicated (At least 3) - ANS Appear clumsy, or uncoordinated; may have difficulty maintaining balance · Mumble, slur their words, or be otherwise difficult to understand when speaking · Have bloodshot or watery eyes · Speak louder than appropriate, given the situation · Appear disheveled or unkempt · Be unable to understand or follow direction · Be in possession of materials suggesting substance use (e.g., empty bottle, drug paraphernalia) · Have the smell of alcohol on the breath (do not assume intoxication based on this alone - individuals having a diabetic emergency may have breath which smells of alcohol)