Respond to situations Flashcards
List eight types of threats that you may encounter as a security officer
It’s action of persons Conflict Persons affected by alcohol or drugs Physical violence and threats Robbery and assault Medical emergencies Fire, spills and explosives Property damage either natural disaster or criminal.
List six environmental factors that may impact on safety.
Time of the day Weather Crowds Special events Location of entrances or exits Equipment
Provide examples for her observations may be affected for sight and hearing
Sight – distance, how clearly you can see, lighting, crowds, obstacles obscuring line of sight, visibility due to weather
Hearing – noisy or congested areas, loud music, heavy traffic
There are several responses that may be required in an emergency situation. List nine.
Calling for immediate assistance
Notifying appropriate emergency service departments
Notifying personnel and patrons of the emergency situation
Using tactical communication skills to diffuse situations
Restraining patrons
Conducting an evacuation when necessary
Provide first aid
Extinguish a fire if safe to do so
Tactically disengaging if a situation is too unsafe
Why do we use call signs when communicating over the radio?
Call signs and codes can be used to identify job types and locations without divulging confidential information to those who maybe monitoring radio frequencies.
What is the aim of a debriefing session after an incident?
Include information about the incident to consider effects of the situation
Effectiveness and efficiency of the response to the situation can be reviewed
Discussing individuals opinions and feelings to provide constructive discussion and analysis
Areas of improvement are recorded and acted upon for future response options.
Why are detailed reports best written at the first available moment?
The details and images are still fresh in your mind
If you cannot complete a statement or report within a reasonable time frame, you must keep notes to aid memory recall.
List four effects of stress
Increased heart rate
Clammy skin
Sweating
Nauseous feeling
What do you need to prove in court to justify use of force?
Perception - What you see or hear
Preclusion - Why other force options were not appropriate
Intent - What they do or say
Ability - Physical ability
Means - Do they have the means to carry out intent
Opportunity - Suitable circumstances/proximity/distance
