Exam Study Guide

Question 1

If a highly contagious bio-waste is found in the parking lot of a client’s property and the security officer on duty did nothing to address the problem, in the case of a visitor becoming infected as a result of the officer’s negligence, who will likely be held liable?

Answer 1

The security officer, the client, and the security officer’s employer.

Question 2

Private security vehicles with amber lights must have which of the following?

Answer 2

The words “Private Security” or “Security Patrol” on the sides and rear of the vehicle and the PPO license number

Question 3

What type of commercial general liability insurance policy must PPOs have?

Answer 3

A policy with minimum limits of one million dollars (1,000,000) for any one loss or occurrence due to bodily injury, including death, or property damage, or, or both

Question 4

If you help falsify the photo (or fingerprints) of an employee or applicant, you can be held liable for a/an?

Answer 4

Felony

Question 5

Which agency has primary authority over the use of amber lights in private security vehicles?

Answer 5

The California Highway Patrol

Question 6

If you close your branch office, how many days do you have to notify BSIS?

Answer 6

10 days

Question 7

In addition to BSIS, what agency has the authority to regulate your uniforms, badge, or patch design?

Answer 7

The local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction over where your business is conducted

Question 8

A PPO application (and even private security guard registration) is considered abandoned after

Answer 8

365 Days

Question 9

A security officer files a BSIS unlicensed and unregistered activity form alleging his employer hired a family member to a patrol contracted property. The problem is that the family member does not have a guard card. The employer learned of the complaint, and as a result, assigns the complaining security officer to mop the floors of the client’s property instead of patrolling it, which of the following is correct?

Answer 9

The PPO is liable for civil damages under the labor code’s whistleblowing statues and the officer has three years to file a claim

Question 10

What does California law say about asking an applicant about her criminal history?

Answer 10

You cannot ask about a conviction until after you offer her the job

Question 11

If you close a branch office, how many days do you have to notify BSIS of the closure?

Answer 11

10 days

Question 12

Who is responsible for paying worker’s compensation insurance for your employees?

Answer 12

The Private Patrol Operator

Question 13

A security officer you hired is off duty and is watching a movie with his daughter. The officer had just gotten off work before this and placed a jacket over his uniform to cover his patches and badge. At the theater, the officer sees a perpetrator grab another movie goes and stab him several times. The officer takes off his jacket and exposes his uniform. The suspect sees the officer’s uniform and flees the scene. The suspect is captured by police. You, as the officer’s supervisor, should

Answer 13

Reprimand the officer for his conduct

Question 14

What are the rules regarding the use of an unmarked security patrol vehicle?

Answer 14

If you can avoid it, you should not use an unmarked security patrol vehicle

Question 15

You receive a contract to provide security services to a school district at a rate of 15 hours per week. What course must your officer complete?

Answer 15

No additional courses are needed

Question 16

Under what circumstance would you not need a Worker’s Compensation Policy?

Answer 16

When you have an employee at the front desk who only answers phones.

Question 17

Every ______ (Following the year they are licensed), a security officer must complete ____ of continuing education.

Answer 17

1 year;8 hours

Question 18

If you wanted to find information regarding the Business & profession code that prohibits persons from contracting security services without a private patrol operator license, where would you look?

Answer 18

Private Security Services Act

Question 19

The Penalty for not having a worker’s compensation policy is

Answer 19

A Misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for up to one year, or by a fine of at least $7,500, or by both that imprisonment and fine

Question 20

One day, an employee falls out of the patrol golf cart while pursuing an intoxicated person on a golf course. The employee was not wearing his seatbelt, a violation of company policy. As a result of the fall, he breaks his leg and his unmanned golf cart drives into a pond, Although your company’s policy requires employees to wear their seatbelt while operating a golf cart, violations such as this have never been historically enforced.

For the purposes of this question, your employee’s work standard has been “marginal” before the accident, but each year he falls within your company’s standard. What should you NOT do?

Answer 20

Terminate Him

Question 21

A security officer derives her authority to make a private person’s arrest through which of the following?

Answer 21

Penal Code

Question 22

Depending on the circumstances, you can require a security officer applicant to take a polygraph exam if she is going to work under a ________ Contract.

Answer 22

Government

Question 23

when can a qualified manager order an officer to make an arrest?

Answer 23

Never

Question 24

What does a proprietary security officer need in order to start working contract security?

Answer 24

8 Hour course called “Powers to arrest”

Question 25

What can happen to a PPO if she does not honor a child support order levied against her employee?

Answer 25

BSIS can suspend the PPO’s license

Question 26

You are giving a guard card class to an employee.The employee’s primary language is Arabic. How can you help this employee with the final exam?

Answer 26

Assist the applicant to understand the questions.

Question 27

When is a PPO required to check their security officer’s guard registration?

Answer 27

Before the officer is placed at a duty station and every two years after the officer’s registration date.

Question 28

A private patrol operator in San Diego county want to provide security services to a client in Alameda County (470 miles away). The San Diego private patrol wants to hire a private patrol operator in Alameda county to work the contract. Which of the following is correct.

Answer 28

The private patrol operator in San Diego can hire the private patrol operator in alameda county and split the profit.

Question 29

On average, how many hours of credit can you receive from most BSIS courses?

Answer 29

Four hours

Question 30

What must a security officer do if she loses her security registration (guard card)?

Answer 30

Notify you, apply to the bureau for a replacement stating the circumstances surrounding the loss, and pay a $10 fee.

Question 31

What is the name of the federal agency that accepts the I-9 form?

Answer 31

U.S Citizenship and immigration Services

Question 32

Which of the following should you not deduct from an employee’s paycheck?

Answer 32

Penalties for damaging a patrol vehicle

Question 33

If BSIS sends you a letter stating that your security officer’s license is suspended due to the conviction of a crime you may have to do which of the following?

Answer 33

Suspend the security guard’s employment

Question 34

Which of the following are true regarding a Worker’s Compensation (WC) insurance Policy?

Answer 34

The employer must pay 100%. Of the WC Policy

Question 35

Before being assigned to a post, a security officer must complete ____ hours of training, _____ hours of training within the first _____ days and _____. Hours of training within the first ____ months

Answer 35

8-16-30-16-6

Question 36

According to the National Safety Council, Which of the following is true in the event of a fire inside a high rise building?

Answer 36

Evacuate the floor where the fire has occurred and the two floors immediately below and above the “emergency floor” to a safe point below or above the critical area

Question 37

When you give someone the impression that you are Private Patrol Operator when in fact you are not, you can be found guilty of_____________

Answer 37

A misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of $10,000 or by imprisonment in the county jail not to exceed one year, or by both that fine and imprisonment.

Question 38

A registered Security Guard does not have a private patrol operator license. Client is in search of a security guard to protect her house. The security guard will be an independent contractor. If client asks to act as her protector, and the security does so, the Security Guard is guilty of ______________________

Answer 38

A misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of $5,000 or by imprisonment in the county jail not to exceed one year, or by both that fine and imprisonment.

Question 39

When presenting the client with an invoice, the invoice should contain all of the following

Answer 39

Sick log, vacation log, reimbursable expenses

Question 40

After one year of failing to complete a private patrol operator application or pass the exam, the application is considered ________

Answer 40

Abandoned

Question 41

Your employee walks into your office and she wants to see her employment file. Which of the following is a true statement?

Answer 41

she has the right to inspect and receive copies of her employee file

Question 42

Who has the ultimate duty to ensure that the security guard employees under her employ have either current registration or have made proper application for registration?

Answer 42

Licensee

Question 43

The client wants the PPO to do a follow up investigation on a battery that occurred on the client’s property. What does the PPO need in order to perform this investigation?

Answer 43

A Private Investigator license

Question 44

Private patrol operators wanting to use a P.O. Box as their mailing address

Answer 44

May list a post office box only if mail delivered to the business address is not possible, or if the principal place of business is located at the licensee’s personal residence. A written explanation is needed.

Question 45

A security officer is assigned to a department store. The clients want the officer to inspect an employee’s baggage. The security officer should

Answer 45

Ask the employee to open her baggage for an inspection

Question 46

Why is an emergency plan important for the private patrol operator

Answer 46

OSHA requires employers to have an emergency plan.

Question 47

An armed security officer is qualifying at the range and shoots his partner’s foot. How much time does the PPO have to report the incident to BSIS?

Answer 47

7 Days

Question 48

An armed security officer realizes on December 12, 2020, that his gun has been stolen. When is the last day the security officer can report his gun stolen to the police?

Answer 48

December 17,2020. 5 Days

Question 49

A W-9 form is used when the employer wants to

Answer 49

Request an independent contractor’s name, address, social security number, or tax payer’s ID number.

Question 50

What is an I-9 form?

Answer 50

A form used to verify an employee’s identity and to establish the worker is eligible to accept employment in the U.S

Question 51

How much do you have to pay an employee who worked 10 hours in one day, but only has a 32 - hour total workweek?

Answer 51

Two hours of overtime plus 30. Hours of regular pay.

Question 52

With a written general towing authorization agreement with the owner or the person in lawful possession of the property, a PPO may tow a parked vehicle in violation of the owner’s rules when__________

Answer 52

The vehicle has been issued a notice of parking violation, and four complete days have elapsed since the issuance of the notice.

Question 53

When an employee commits a minor policy violation, the best way to correct the issue is through

Answer 53

Progressive discipline

Question 54

Which of the following is true regarding a Branch office Certificate?

Answer 54

Branch office certificates are site- specific certificates and are not transferable. If a branch office changes location, the branch office must obtain a new certificate for the new location.

Question 55

The carrying of pepper spray is covered under which body of law?

Answer 55

The Penal code of regulations and the business and professions code

Question 56

Who does not have to register as a security guard?

Answer 56

A front desk hotel lobby clerk who. Hides a pistol underneath the counter for Her protection

Question 57

What are some items you should include on the proposal for private security services?

Answer 57

Payment terms and conditions and insurance information.

Question 58

Sexual harassment training of supervisors should be completed every ___________

Answer 58

2 Years

Question 59

When can a security officer wear a badge on his belt?

Answer 59

Never

Question 60

For minor company violations, what is one of the first steps to consider taking for the purpose of correcting an employee’s behavior?

Answer 60

Training or retraining.

Question 61

The department of Consumer Affairs __________

Answer 61

Approves badges and patch designs

Question 62

When a supervisor controls employees effectively based on that limited number of employees, she is said to have ________

Answer 62

Span of control.

Question 63

As a Qualified Manager, you become across a security officer who is in possession of a counterfeit “Guard Card” and presents this card as her current registration

You should do what?

Answer 63

Contact BSIS first, and, after verifying the card is indeed counterfeit, the local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction.

Question 64

If a security officer applicant had a conviction reversed, what are the applicant’s duties on the state application?

Answer 64

Report the conviction

Question 65

Which of the following is evidence of proficiency for a security officer who carries a firearm?

Answer 65

Firearm Permit and Certificate of Firearms range Qualification Training from a licensed Firearms Facility

Question 66

A Security Officer received his guard license in July 2020. When will his license expire?

Answer 66

July 2022, 2 years

Question 67

A Security guard applicant submits an application to BSIS. BSIS determines the applicant’s criminal history contains arrest information. However, there is no disposition. How many days does the applicant have to provide documentation concerning the disposition of the arrest?

Answer 67

45 Days

Question 68

A Client asks a security officer to paint the walls of the client’s building. Which of the following is the soundest advice?

Answer 68

The officer should patrol and not paint the building.

Question 69

A PPO’s guard is called by the client owner of a retail store. The guard is asked to search the baggage of a customer who walked in and out of the store. Which of the following answers is correct?

Answer 69

The guard should ask the customer to open the baggage so the guard can search for property belonging to the client.

Question 70

Under California law, employers must maintain an accurate and current record of the name, address, commencing date of employment, and position of each employee, and the date of termination of employment when employee is terminated, for a period of at least __________

Answer 70

2 years

Question 71

What is the best method to supervise security officers?

Answer 71

Random inspections by the supervisor

Question 72

In the event of a chemical spill, the first responder (Security Personnel) should perform the following actions in the following sequences

Answer 72

Approach cautiously. From upwind, secure the scene, identify hazards, asses the situation, and obtain help.

Question 73

There is a three-vehicle traffic collision that occurred off the property. There are multiple injuries. The guard should ______

Answer 73

Call 911

Question 74

Which of the following is true about branch office Certificate?

Answer 74

The branch office certificate may be renewed within three years of an expired Branch Office Certificate.

Question 75

The best method of dealing with a claim of sexual harassment is ___________

Answer 75

The complaining employee should be interviewed first.

Question 76

If the Private Patrol Operator dies, for how many days thereafter can an immediate family member operate the business

Answer 76

120 days

Question 77

In December 2019, employee hands you an incident log. Assuming there are no lawsuits pending, when is the better time to destroy the log?

Answer 77

After December 2022, 3 years

Question 78

Raymond worked from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday through Friday. If Raymond works on Saturday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm what is Raymond’s rate of pay for. This day?

Answer 78

Time and one half plus rate of regular pay for 7 hours

Question 79

Thomas, a security guard, sent in his payment late for the security renewal. however, it was sent within 59 days after expiration. Can Thomas present proof of. His renewal to get him up to a 90 day extension?

Answer 79

Yes, BSIS will accept the proof of renewal.

Question 80

When should a PPO apply for a branch office Certificate?

Answer 80

When mailing address on record with BSIS is not the same as an advertisement for guard card services at another address.

Question 81

A Security guard quits on Monday without notice. The Human Resources Department is closed on Thursday due to a national holiday. What day should the employer pay the former security guard her final paycheck?

Answer 81

By Wednesday

Question 82

Sam is fired Friday night when payroll is closed. When does his employer have to give him his final paycheck?

Answer 82

Immediately

Question 83

An invoice should have at least ____________

Answer 83

The Address of the PPO, PPO number, total amount due, and any extra expenses.

Question 84

The licensee has the statutory duty to ________

Answer 84

Record and maintain records of all firearms and deadly weapons in his employee’s possession.

Question 85

If the qualified manager quits on her own, how many days does the PPO have to notify BSIS in writing?

Answer 85

30 days

Question 86

Your applicant sends in his security guard application to BSIS, BSIS denies the applicant’s registration. What should you tell the applicant?

Answer 86

Reapply one year after the denial date

Question 87

When can a security officer carry a baton?

Answer 87

The security officer has completed the 8- hour course on baton instruction by a BSIS-certified baton facility and is in possession of a baton permit

Question 88

When hiring a security guard, which documents would be needed to establish an applicant’s privilege to work security?

Answer 88

U.S passport or permanent resident card, and a guard card

Question 89

When should you send an employee to drug or alcohol testing?

Answer 89

The employee nearly stumbles on a desk and his breath emits a strong odor of marijuana

Question 90

The PPO has provided training to a security officer. On the certificate of completion, what must be present.

Answer 90

PPO’s name and license number, student’s name, serial number, name of course, and a specific compliance statement.

Question 91

How many years do you need to keep an I-9 form?

Answer 91

3 years

Question 92

What should you do with the I-9 form?

Answer 92

Place the form in a file different than other employment records

Question 93

A PPO comes across an applicant with a conviction that was reversed pursuant to penal code 1203.4 The PPO needs to:

Answer 93

Have the applicant report the conviction

Question 94

Which of the following persons cannot posses a firearms?

Answer 94

A law abiding citizen with a conviction for assault (penal code 240) or battery (penal code 242) 9 years and 11 months ago.

Question 95

If a PPO fills out the I-9 form incorrectly to hire an undocumented person, what are the penalties?

Answer 95

The department of homeland security - Immigration services may seek a civil penalty of $3,000 maximum fine per violation and up to six months in prison

Question 96

The personnel file should not contain _______

Answer 96

The employee’s nationality or country of origin

Question 97

A guard is called by the client to the Human Resources office. The client has just terminated an employee for sexual harassment. The officer should _________

Answer 97

Observe, report and not physically intervene unless violence is presented

Question 98

A security officer’s firearm permit has expired. Which of the following are true?

Answer 98

The officer must reapply for the firearm permit, get fingerprinted again, and pay all the application dues again.