PPO FLASHCARD EXAM
What is the cost of obtaining an additional fictitious business name or change the PPO’s fictitious business name?
$75.00
If the PPO license is not properly posted, what might the fine be?
$250
If a person knowingly hires an unlicensed person to provide PPO services, what punishment might that person receive?
Misdemeanor, fine of $5000 and or imprisonment of up to one year
what agencies other than BSIS are involved in regulating armored car companies?
California Highway Patrol & the public Utilities Commission
What is the dollar fine for a misdemeanor violation of offering PPO services without a PPO license?
$10,000
When, if ever, may a person licensed only as a PPO make an investigation?
In incidental to the theft, loss, embezzlement, misappropriation, concealment of any property, which he or she has been hired or engaged to watch or protect.
If a person without a PPO license offers security or protection services to the public, what type of crime has been committed?
A misdemeanor violation of the B&P code
Who, at BSIS, ‘shall administer and enforce the rules’?
The director of consumer affairs
If a person knowingly hires an unlicensed person to provide PPO services, what punishment might that person receive?
For the misdemeanor, a fine of $5,000 and/or imprisonment of up to one year
If a person is convicted of providing PPO services without a license, he/she cannot be issued a PPO license for what time period following the conviction?
One Year
If a person is convicted a second time of providing PPO services without a license, he/she can not be issued a PPO license for what time period following this second conviction?
Five Years
Every advertisement of a PPO must contain what 3 pieces of information?
Company name, business address OR phone number, and license number
What fine might be assessed if a PPO’s advertisement does not contain the 3 required pieces of information?
$250
When may a PPO or PPO’s employees use a badge?
Only while engaged in guard or patrol work, and while wearing a distinctive uniform
The shoulder patch required to be worn on a PPO’s security uniforms must bear what 2 pieces of information?
The words “Private Security” and the name if the private patrol company by the person is employed
A violation of badge or shoulder patch rules by a PPO or PPO employees might cause what fine to be assessed?
$250
Who must approve a PPO’s badge design?
The director of BSIS
If a PPO or a PPO employee discharges a firearm within the scope & course of his/her duties, within how many days must a report of this be delivered in writing to the Director of BSIS?
7 days
If a guard’s registration is not renewed within 60 days of its expiration, and is then renewed, what is the ‘delinquency fee’?
50% if the renewal fee, but not less than $25
To replace a lost FQ card costs what fee?
$25
If a PPO wants to carry a firearm, what insurance coverage is required?
Liability Insurance of $500,000 for any one loss due to bodily injury or death, and $500,000 for any one loss due to injury or destruction of property, totaling $1million
If a PPO license or Branch Office certificate is not renewed within __years of its expiration, it may not be renewed.
3 years
What type of crime is making a false statement on an application for BSIS license or registration?
Felony (you sign that application ‘under penalty of perjury”
If a guard quits working for a PPO with no notice, on a Monday, when must the guard be given his/her final pay?
Within 72 hours (by Thursday 72 hours after quitting)
The application and examination fee for an original PPO license may not exceed what dollar amount?
$550
If a guard working for a PPO is fired by the PPO, when must the guard be given his/her final pay?
Immediately
The licenses fee for an original PPO license may not exceed what dollar amount?
$770
If a guard who either quit or was fired is not given his final pay in the legally allowed time, what is the penalty against the PPO?
The penalty is measured at the employee’s daily rate of the pay and is calculated by multiplying the daily wage by the number of days that the employee was not paid, up to a maximum of 30 days. This does not mean that the wages continue for 30 day period, but that the employee may be entitled to up to 30 actual days’ worth of wages. The 30-day period calendar days, and includes weekends and holidays and any other days that the employee would not normally work. Payment of the wages or the commencement of an action stops the penalty from accruing. Filing a complaint in court commences an action, an employee filing a claim with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) is not considered the filing of an action, and does not stop the penalty from accruing
A registration fee for guard may not exceed what dollar amount?
$55.00
What is the current actual fee for a PPO Branch Office?
$250.00
A renewal registration fee for a guard may not exceed what dollar amount?
$40.00
If a guard wants to carry tear gas, what is the length of the training class required by BSIS?
2 hours
Who if anyone, regulates guard uniform choices, such as uniform color, badge types, and shoulder patches?
BSIS regulates design & wording of the badges and shoulder patches; local law enforcement can have their own regulations as to prevent the public confusing guards with local law enforcement officers
What does the state law say about PPO vehicles and the used amber lights and any required markings?
Vehicle code 25279 (b)(1) tells that if any amber light is used, them both side of the vehicle and its rear end must bear lettering telling ‘Private Security’ or ‘Security Patrol’ in a size that is legible at from at least 50 feet
What does the state law say about PPO paint choices involving PPO vehicles?
Vehicle code 27605 tells that a vehicle is not to be painted to resemble that of an on-duty peace officer or traffic officer
What state agency regulates employee-pay issues?
California Labor Commissioner’s Office
What is the longest a PPO license can be expired yet still renewed?
3 years
What are the rules about choosing a business name for a PPO license?
Business name choices will not be approved if: 1. If the choice could be confused with, or is similar to, a federal, state, county or municipal agency function or to any law enforcement agency and 2. If the confusingly similar to an existing licensee
When can a PPO use a PO Box for an address?
If the PPO’s principal place of business is located at the licensee’s residence
How many employees or more must a company have to be required by law to have a supervisors take sexual harassment training?
50 employees (AB 1825) at least two hours within 6 months of their hire and once every two years
What is the current California minimum wage?
$14.00/hour 26 or more employees
$13.00/hour 25 or fewer employees
When is a guard paid ‘double-time’?
Double the employee’s regular rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of 12 hours in any workday and for all hours worked in excess of eight on the seventh consecutive day of work in a work week
What is ‘proprietary’ private security officer?
A ‘proprietary’ private officer is an unarmed individual who is employed exclusively by any one employer whose primary duty is to provide security services for his/her employer, whose service are not contracted to any other entity or person, and who is not exempt pursuant to 7582.2 and is both A) required to wear distinctive uniform clearly identifying the individual as a security officer and B) is likely to interact with the public while performing his/her duties
When must a guard be paid ‘time and a half?
One and one-halftime the employees regular rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of eight hours up and including 12 hours in any work day, and for the first eight hours worked on the seventh consecutive day of work in a workweek
What are some things that should be listed in to a client in a proposal to a client by a PPO?
Cost per hour any over-time charges, when payment is due, duties of personnel, start and stop times, dates or days needed
What methods can PPO use to monitor that a guard is on-duty at a site?
A supervisor checking up on the security officer unannounced and unscheduled is best; also monitoring track able GPS on company vehicle
When is a PPO ‘branch officer’ required?
When advertising for another location or conducting business from, other than the PPO’s primary business location
Within how many days of a PPO changing residence or business address must the PPO notify BSIS?
30 days
What is the fine if a PPO fails to notify BSIS within the required time after changing address?
$500
Are guards required to wear a badge?
YES if in uniform, no if in plain-clothes
How many employees can a PPO have before being required to have a workers compensation insurance policy?
Zero, having any employee requires workers compensation insurance
If a PPO dies, for how long may the immediate family of the PPO operate the PPO’s business?
120 days
What type of fire extinguisher would be used on a paper or wood fire?
Type A
If a PPO operated from or advertises a location other than the PPO’s primary business location and does not have a branch office for this alternate location what is the fine?
$500
What are some of the primary concerns of dealing with hazardous materials?
Safety, injury to persons, control of hazardous material
What type of fire extinguisher type would you use on an electrical fire?
Type C
What is the ‘merchant’s privilege rule’?
What type of fire extinguisher type would you use on an electrical fire?
Type C
What is the ‘merchant’s privilege rule’?
(Penal Code 490.5) gives legal authority for a merchant or his/her employee or agent, including a guard, to detain persons suspected of shoplifting in a retail store. This is not an arrest, but is merely a detention to investigate further the reasonable non deadly force can be used. If theft did occur or was attempted and criminal charges are to be pursued suspect must be given over to law enforcement authorities in reasonable time
What is the difference between a fact and a conclusion?
What is the difference between robbery and burglary?
Robbery is taking something from someone, using force or fear; burglary is the entering of a structure with intent to steal or commit a crime
What is the difference between a fact and a conclusion?
A fact is what actually happen, or is known to be true; a conclusion is a judgment or an opinion
What is form ‘form W-4’?
W-4 employees withholding allowance certificate an IRS withholding form. Is for the employees to report the desired number of withholding exemptions. The amount to withhold from each employee is determined by the number of withholding exemptions claimed on the employees W-4 filled out by the employee at time hiring
What is a form W-9?
W-9 request for taxpayers identification number and certification this IRS for is used for employers to collect the most important information from affiliates, subcontractors, or feelance workers. These non-employees get paid by the employer, but the worker is responsible for all his taxes that these independent contractors by employer by January 31 for the prior year
What is a form W-2?
The IRS requires employers to report wage and salary information for employees on Form W-2. Your W-2 also reports the amount of federal, state and other taxes withheld from your paycheck. As an employee, the information on your W-2 is extremely important when preparing your tax return.
What IRS form would you use to report payments you made to regular employee?
W-2
Can propriety security officer wear a generic (no company name on it) badge?
Yes
Can a propriety security officer carry tear gas?
Yes, if he/she completed the BSIS-required 2-hour training
What is a form I-9?
I-9 is U.S Citizenship and Immigration Service form. It is used by employer to verify an employee’s identity and to establish that the worker is eligible to accept employment in the United States
If sexual harassment at work is reported to a supervisor by an employee, how should this be handled?
Supervisor should report this to PPO owner and qualified manager
What is the possible fine for failing to properly maintain an I-9 or for not providing inspection of an I-9 to proper authorities?
Who is allowed for inspection your employees I-9?
Must be available for inspection by authorized officials of the department of homeland security department of labor and office of special counsel for immigration related unfair employment practices
What is the possible fine for failing to properly maintain an I-9 or for not providing inspection of an I-9 to proper authorities?
Penalties from homeland security for failing to produce a form I-9 range from $1,100 per violation in determining penalty amounts CE considers five factors: the size of the business, good faith effort to comply, seriousness of violation, whether the violation involved unauthorized workers and history of previous violation
What state of California agency regulates PPO’s?
Department of consumer affairs bureau of security and investigation service
What written government code contains the majority of rules involving a PPO business?
California private security service act
In the event of an earthquake while a PPO is on duty at a job location, what are some things to consider?
Save lives safety reduce injury to persons and property
What is the purpose of a job location having an emergency plan?
To save lives and reduce injuries some companies have posted emergency plans. OSHA requires some businesses to have emergency plans
Can a guard use rubber bullets in his/her firearm?
YES
If a guard discharges his/her firearm while on duty within what time period must the guard report it to his/her employer?
24 hours
How many hours of CPR / first aid training does BSIS advise for a security officer?
4hrs
How many hours of training on terrorism awareness is now mandatory for all newly licensed security officers?
4 HOURS
What are typical payroll deductions taken from employees earning?
Federal withholding state withholding social security FICA disability unemployment
How would you typically bill a client for security services?
Per agreement with client in contract usually by written invoice
What is the maximum amount of days to use the same daily activity report collection at a job site?
30 days
What is the emergency first aid procedure to use if you encounter an unconscious?
Check for pulse call 911
What is OSHA and what is OSHA’s goal?
Occupational safety and health administration to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training outreach education and assistance
If a PPO allows his/her guard employees to carry firearm without them having current FQ cards what is the BSIS penalty against the PPO?
Up to $250 per violation
If a security officer is assigned to a production plant that produces dangerous chemicals, and he/she observes a chemical spill, what steps should be followed?
A follow the dictated and planned procedures
If a PPO is found to have committed ‘dishonestly’ or ‘fraud’, what penalty might the PPO receive?
Suspension or revocation of the PPO license
If a security officer is assigned to work a large-attendance event with will-announced ‘No Firearm Allowed’ rules, how might he/she help to protect the attendees?
Hand-held metal detector; keep aware visually
If a firearm connected to a PPO or any of his/her staff becomes missing, misplaced, or stolen while on duty, with in how many days must a local law enforcement agency be notified?
7 days
What State of California Law gives a security officer the power to arrest a person for a crime?
Penal code 837
If a person is hyperventilating, is unresponsive to touch, has cold skin, and is extremely talkative, what medical problem might these be symptoms of?
Shock
Which of fire extinguisher is usually found in a chemical factory where might be fires involving combustible metals?
Type D
Within how many days of a PPO’s license being suspended or revoked must a written appeal be made?
30 days
When might a security officer be arrested for embezzlement?
If he/she steals anything she was entrusted to protect
.Are PPO required to provide a copy of the powers of arrest guidebook to each employee of theirs who is working as security officer?
YES
In addition to state and local laws, what might security officers be required to be aware of when job post is a condominium complex?
Homeowners Association Rules
What is a ‘protected class’?
discriminated against based on these characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientations, disability and more
A large retail store uses its own employees as security officers. Those employees need to be registered with BSIS as ‘Proprietary Private Security Officers’ But even less know is that as of 1/1/2011, the employer needs registration from BSIS as a ‘Proprietary Security Employer’. What is the cost to the employer to apply for this registration?
$350
Renewing an FQ card (exposed firearm permit) requires proof of requalying 4 times during the term or the expiring 2-year card. What are the rules about when the requalifications are to be done?
Must requalify four times during the life of the 2 year permit: twice during the first year after the date of issuance, and twice during the second year. Requalification must be at least four months apart
What is the punishment that a PPO that has employed might receive for operating without workers compensation insurance and/or Disability-Unemployment insurance?
Loss of PPO License fines
What form is used by California employers to report employee earning & payroll tax withholding to the state every 3 months?
DE-6
What are the counter-terrorism techniques known as ‘The 4 Ds’ that a security officer can do?
Deter, delay, deny, and detect
What type of companies are required to have ‘emergency action plans’?
Per OSHA, these include construction sites, chemical companies, refineries, and possibly others
What size of these companies can have ‘oral’ (not written) emergency action plans?
10 employees or less (Title 8, 3220, California Code of Regulations)
What size of these companies must have ‘written’ emergency action plans?
More than 10 employees (Title 8, 3220, CCR)
What security officer situations need to be reported to BSIS?
Discharge of firearm, loss of firearm, death, physical altercation, use of a deadly weapon
What is the first thing a security officer should do if an earthquake occurs while he/she is at a job site?
Follow guidelines to save lives
What might be included in a job site ‘evaluation plan’?
Exits, exit routes, fire extinguishers, alternate escape routes, external meeting points, first aid equipment, utility shut-offs
What are typical ‘expenses’ of PPO agency?
Rent, utilities, advertising, postage, payroll, insurance, uniforms, licensing, office supplies, fuel, business cards, internet access
What form is used to report new employees to the State of CA?
DE-34
What form is used to report new employees to the State of CA?
DE-34
Within how many days after a new or re-hired employee has their first work day is the PPO required to report them as a new employee?
Within 20 days
Why is it required to report new employees or re-hired employees or re-hired employees to the State of California?
Collect unpaid child support
If a PPO or a security officer wants to obtain an exposed-weapon FQ firearms-carry card, how many hours of training is required?
14 hours
If a PPO allows one of his/her security officers to carry a baton without a permit, what fine should the PPO expect from BSIS?
$2500
What are the three main parts of basic protective measures?
Time, distance, and shielding
How many counties are in California?
580
When is a guard allowed to use ‘deadly force’?
Only against an immediate, life-threatening attack
What is the name of the legal document a PPO should obtain from a client, and give photocopies of it to on-site guards, that allows towing companies to tow away illegally-parked vehicles on the client’s private property?
Power of Attorney
If a PPO agency loses its QM (Qualified Manager), within how many days must BSIS be notified?
30 days
What are ‘D-E forms’?
D-E forms are State of California EDD forms regarding employers and employees.
