CLASS “D” SECURITY OFFICER PRACTICE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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1. The primary duty of a Class “D” security officer is to:
A. Make arrests
B. Carry a firearm
C. Observe and report
D. Conduct investigations
Rationale: Observation and reporting are the foundation of
unarmed security work.
2. A security officer’s authority to detain a suspect comes
from:
A. State police powers
B. Citizen’s arrest laws
C. Company policy only
D. Federal statute
,Rationale: Security officers have the same arrest authority as
private citizens.
3. Which is an example of professional conduct?
A. Arguing with customers
B. Ignoring minor violations
C. Remaining calm and courteous
D. Using intimidation
Rationale: Professionalism requires respect and self-control at
all times.
4. A post order is best described as:
A. A work schedule
B. Written instructions for a specific assignment
C. A legal document
D. An incident report
Rationale: Post orders outline duties, restrictions, and
procedures.
5. The most important tool of a security officer is:
A. Handcuffs
B. Observation skills
,C. A flashlight
D. A baton
Rationale: Effective observation prevents incidents and
improves reporting.
6. Chain of command refers to:
A. Laws governing security
B. Post locations
C. The order of authority and supervision
D. Arrest procedures
Rationale: Proper communication follows established
authority lines.
7. Trespassing occurs when a person:
A. Refuses to identify themselves
B. Remains after being lawfully asked to leave
C. Causes a disturbance
D. Commits theft
Rationale: Trespass requires notice and refusal to leave.
8. Reasonable force may be used:
, A. To punish a suspect
B. To gain respect
C. Only to protect persons or property
D. To recover stolen property
Rationale: Force must be necessary, reasonable, and
proportional.
9. The best way to handle an angry person is to:
A. Raise your voice
B. Threaten arrest
C. Use calm verbal communication
D. Walk away immediately
Rationale: De-escalation reduces risk and conflict.
10. An incident report should be written:
A. From memory days later
B. As soon as possible after the incident
C. By another officer
D. Only if requested
Rationale: Timely reports are more accurate and credible.
11. Which information should NOT be included in a report?
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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1. The primary duty of a Class “D” security officer is to:
A. Make arrests
B. Carry a firearm
C. Observe and report
D. Conduct investigations
Rationale: Observation and reporting are the foundation of
unarmed security work.
2. A security officer’s authority to detain a suspect comes
from:
A. State police powers
B. Citizen’s arrest laws
C. Company policy only
D. Federal statute
,Rationale: Security officers have the same arrest authority as
private citizens.
3. Which is an example of professional conduct?
A. Arguing with customers
B. Ignoring minor violations
C. Remaining calm and courteous
D. Using intimidation
Rationale: Professionalism requires respect and self-control at
all times.
4. A post order is best described as:
A. A work schedule
B. Written instructions for a specific assignment
C. A legal document
D. An incident report
Rationale: Post orders outline duties, restrictions, and
procedures.
5. The most important tool of a security officer is:
A. Handcuffs
B. Observation skills
,C. A flashlight
D. A baton
Rationale: Effective observation prevents incidents and
improves reporting.
6. Chain of command refers to:
A. Laws governing security
B. Post locations
C. The order of authority and supervision
D. Arrest procedures
Rationale: Proper communication follows established
authority lines.
7. Trespassing occurs when a person:
A. Refuses to identify themselves
B. Remains after being lawfully asked to leave
C. Causes a disturbance
D. Commits theft
Rationale: Trespass requires notice and refusal to leave.
8. Reasonable force may be used:
, A. To punish a suspect
B. To gain respect
C. Only to protect persons or property
D. To recover stolen property
Rationale: Force must be necessary, reasonable, and
proportional.
9. The best way to handle an angry person is to:
A. Raise your voice
B. Threaten arrest
C. Use calm verbal communication
D. Walk away immediately
Rationale: De-escalation reduces risk and conflict.
10. An incident report should be written:
A. From memory days later
B. As soon as possible after the incident
C. By another officer
D. Only if requested
Rationale: Timely reports are more accurate and credible.
11. Which information should NOT be included in a report?
