ONTARIO PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR EXAM
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VIEW AHEAD EXAM.
◍ How can individuals verify the validity of a private investigator's
license? Answer: By checking the online registry maintained by the
regulatory body.
◍ What is the timeframe for submitting a complaint about an
investigator to the Registrar according to PSISA? Answer: Within 90
days.
◍ Which action is NOT permitted for a licensed private investigator
according to the Code of Conduct? Answer: Use of excessive force in
any situation the investigator deems necessary.
◍ What is NOT considered a general duty under the PSISA? Answer:
Providing legal advice to clients.
◍ What is the purpose of licensing requirements under the PSISA?
Answer: To ensure that private investigators have the necessary skills
and qualifications.
◍ What challenge do investigators face regarding client expectations?
Answer: Managing client expectations regarding what is realistically
attainable and legal.
,◍ What is the role of the regulatory body in relation to the PSISA?
Answer: Licensing and registration, compliance and enforcement,
public safety oversight.
◍ What is the licensing process for private investigators under the
PSISA? Answer: Complete 50-hour training, pass the licensing exam,
apply for license, renew your license every two years.
◍ What is the purpose of the general duties outlined in the PSISA?
Answer: To ensure a high level of professionalism in the private
investigation industry.
◍ Who regulates the investigation industry in Ontario? Answer: The
Private Security and Investigative Services Branch (PSISB) of the
Ministry of the Solicitor General.
◍ Which standards are NOT covered by the PSISA? Answer:
Standards for conducting background checks on employees.
◍ What are the consequences of non-compliance with the Code of
Conduct? Answer: Fines, imprisonment, suspension or revocation of
license, warnings, remedial training, or conditions placed on the
license.
◍ When must licensed investigators carry their license? Answer:
When conducting investigations.
, ◍ What is the Code of Conduct? Answer: A set of guidelines for
personal conduct in the private investigation industry.
◍ What is the primary purpose of exemptions in privacy legislation
for private investigators? Answer: To balance privacy rights with
other important interests or activities.
◍ What is the responsibility of employers under the OHSA regarding
workplace safety? Answer: Employers are responsible for ensuring a
safe work environment, providing training, protective equipment, and
safe work procedures.
◍ What is one of the key principles outlined in MFIPPA regarding
personal information handling? Answer: Protection of personal
information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
◍ What does the training delivery aim to accomplish for a private
investigator? Answer: Provide them with knowledge about regulations
and procedures.
◍ Why should private investigators understand legislation? Answer:
To ensure their investigations are legal, ethical, and effective.
◍ How does the Ontario Evidence Act apply to the role of a private
investigator? Answer: It provides guidelines for evidence collection.
SCRIPT TEST BANK FULL SOLUTION 2026
VIEW AHEAD EXAM.
◍ How can individuals verify the validity of a private investigator's
license? Answer: By checking the online registry maintained by the
regulatory body.
◍ What is the timeframe for submitting a complaint about an
investigator to the Registrar according to PSISA? Answer: Within 90
days.
◍ Which action is NOT permitted for a licensed private investigator
according to the Code of Conduct? Answer: Use of excessive force in
any situation the investigator deems necessary.
◍ What is NOT considered a general duty under the PSISA? Answer:
Providing legal advice to clients.
◍ What is the purpose of licensing requirements under the PSISA?
Answer: To ensure that private investigators have the necessary skills
and qualifications.
◍ What challenge do investigators face regarding client expectations?
Answer: Managing client expectations regarding what is realistically
attainable and legal.
,◍ What is the role of the regulatory body in relation to the PSISA?
Answer: Licensing and registration, compliance and enforcement,
public safety oversight.
◍ What is the licensing process for private investigators under the
PSISA? Answer: Complete 50-hour training, pass the licensing exam,
apply for license, renew your license every two years.
◍ What is the purpose of the general duties outlined in the PSISA?
Answer: To ensure a high level of professionalism in the private
investigation industry.
◍ Who regulates the investigation industry in Ontario? Answer: The
Private Security and Investigative Services Branch (PSISB) of the
Ministry of the Solicitor General.
◍ Which standards are NOT covered by the PSISA? Answer:
Standards for conducting background checks on employees.
◍ What are the consequences of non-compliance with the Code of
Conduct? Answer: Fines, imprisonment, suspension or revocation of
license, warnings, remedial training, or conditions placed on the
license.
◍ When must licensed investigators carry their license? Answer:
When conducting investigations.
, ◍ What is the Code of Conduct? Answer: A set of guidelines for
personal conduct in the private investigation industry.
◍ What is the primary purpose of exemptions in privacy legislation
for private investigators? Answer: To balance privacy rights with
other important interests or activities.
◍ What is the responsibility of employers under the OHSA regarding
workplace safety? Answer: Employers are responsible for ensuring a
safe work environment, providing training, protective equipment, and
safe work procedures.
◍ What is one of the key principles outlined in MFIPPA regarding
personal information handling? Answer: Protection of personal
information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
◍ What does the training delivery aim to accomplish for a private
investigator? Answer: Provide them with knowledge about regulations
and procedures.
◍ Why should private investigators understand legislation? Answer:
To ensure their investigations are legal, ethical, and effective.
◍ How does the Ontario Evidence Act apply to the role of a private
investigator? Answer: It provides guidelines for evidence collection.
