Guards

Question 1

In comparison to other security elements, guards are
A) expensive
B) inexpensive
C) comparable

Answer 1

expensive

Question 2

Who usually receives higher hourly wages, proprietary guards or contract guards?

Answer 2

Proprietary

Question 3

What are 3 advantages of proprietary guards?

Answer 3

1) Less turnover
2) More familiarity with facilities
3) Tend to be more loyal

Question 4

What are 3 disadvantages of proprietary guards?

Answer 4

1) Higher cost
2) May be required to join union
3) Problem ensuring back-up personnel

Question 5

5 advantages of contract guards:

Answer 5

1) cheaper
2) Fewer admin & payroll related responsibilities
3) Contractor responsible for scheduling & supervision
4) Able to obtain extra guards when needed
5) Security firm usually accepts liability in civil suits

Question 6

Disadvantages of contract guards:
1)
2)
3)
4)

Answer 6

1) Lack of training
2) Less loyal
3) Large turnover
4) Not familiar with plant

Question 7

Training programs for private security personnel are generally:

Answer 7

inadequate

Question 8

How many hours of formal pre-assignment training should unarmed guards have?

Answer 8

8

Question 9

How many additional hours of training should unarmed guards have in their first 3 months of assignment?

Answer 9

32

Question 10

What is the minimum recommended age for private security personnel?

Answer 10

18 years old

Question 11

What’s the minimum education for private security personnel?

Answer 11

High school or equivalent

Question 12

Armed personnel should have what kind of vision and hearing?

Answer 12

Vision: correctable to 20/20
Hearing: ordinary conversation at 10 feet with each ear

Question 13

Unarmed personnel should have what kind of vision and hearing?

Answer 13

Just no physical defects that would hinder job performance

Question 14

Armed security personnel should be required to successfully complete what?

Answer 14

A 24 hour firearms course including legal & policy requirements OR submit evidence of competency & proficiency prior to assignment

Question 15

How often should armed personnel be required to qualify with the firearm?

Answer 15

At least once every 12 months

Question 16

What are the additional recommended qualifications set forth by the task force that armed guards must have that unarmed guards do not necessarily need?
1)
2)
3)
4)

Answer 16

1) No felonies involving weapons
2) No felonies or misdemeanors that reflect ability to perform as an armed guard
3) No physical defects that would hinder job performance
4) Complete training for armed personnel

Question 17

A peace officer is generally allowed wider discretion than a private citizen with what?

Answer 17

making arrests or apprehensions

Question 18

The reputation of a peace officer often carries with it the right to what?

Answer 18

carry deadly weapons

Question 19

The status of peace officer may open ________________ not otherwise available

Answer 19

channels of communication

Question 20

A disadvantage of having a peace officer is that they are also subject to:

Answer 20

due process

Question 21

A disadvantage of a peace officer is that they may be subject to emergency:

Answer 21

draft or mobilization orders of local authorities

Question 22

What is the number of personnel required to cover a single post around the clock, providing coverage for 3 eight hour shifts?

Answer 22

4.5