SECURITY GUARD EXAM 2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Is the PSISA a Provincial or Federal Act? - ANS provincial
The PSISA is comprised of 10 parts - ANS false (8)
According to the PSISA, a Security Guard is someone who: - ANS performs work, for
remuneration, that consists primarily of guarding or patrolling for the purpose of protecting
persons or property
What are 2 examples of a Fixed Post? - ANS gatehouse/concierge desk
Name 2 disadvantages of a Foot Patrol - ANS Supervision of Patroller is difficult/ Capacity for
pursuit is limited
What are the 3 main parts of an alarm system? - ANS Sensor, transmitter, annunciator
Are the media always allowed to ask questions? - ANS yes
What are the 2 types of traffic control? - ANS pedstrian/vehicular
When is the most risky time of day during security coverage? - ANS shift change
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, mer found at a crime scene is an example of what kind of evidence? - ANS physical evidence
Direct evidence is...? - ANS provided by the witness
The name of the document that legally summons you to attend court to testify is called a -
ANS subpoena
Observation is a process that includes... - ANS Noticing, interpreting and recalling
Upon recognizing a dangerous situation, a guard's first response should be to ensure that he or
she is safe from harm. - ANS true
Working at a parking lot alone at night is an example of a medium risk situation. - ANS false
what does whmis stand for - ANS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
A large crowd is an example of a hazard and is high risk. - ANS false
three main objectives to first aid - ANS Preserve life;
Prevent the injury or illness from becoming worse;
Promote recovery
What does CPR stand for? - ANS cardiopulmonary resuscitation
If receiving a bomb threat via telephone, what are the four general rules? - ANS Be calm. Be
courteous. Listen carefully. Don't interrupt
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Is the PSISA a Provincial or Federal Act? - ANS provincial
The PSISA is comprised of 10 parts - ANS false (8)
According to the PSISA, a Security Guard is someone who: - ANS performs work, for
remuneration, that consists primarily of guarding or patrolling for the purpose of protecting
persons or property
What are 2 examples of a Fixed Post? - ANS gatehouse/concierge desk
Name 2 disadvantages of a Foot Patrol - ANS Supervision of Patroller is difficult/ Capacity for
pursuit is limited
What are the 3 main parts of an alarm system? - ANS Sensor, transmitter, annunciator
Are the media always allowed to ask questions? - ANS yes
What are the 2 types of traffic control? - ANS pedstrian/vehicular
When is the most risky time of day during security coverage? - ANS shift change
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, mer found at a crime scene is an example of what kind of evidence? - ANS physical evidence
Direct evidence is...? - ANS provided by the witness
The name of the document that legally summons you to attend court to testify is called a -
ANS subpoena
Observation is a process that includes... - ANS Noticing, interpreting and recalling
Upon recognizing a dangerous situation, a guard's first response should be to ensure that he or
she is safe from harm. - ANS true
Working at a parking lot alone at night is an example of a medium risk situation. - ANS false
what does whmis stand for - ANS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
A large crowd is an example of a hazard and is high risk. - ANS false
three main objectives to first aid - ANS Preserve life;
Prevent the injury or illness from becoming worse;
Promote recovery
What does CPR stand for? - ANS cardiopulmonary resuscitation
If receiving a bomb threat via telephone, what are the four general rules? - ANS Be calm. Be
courteous. Listen carefully. Don't interrupt
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