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Best use of force for a suspected shoplifter running
towards you and yelling "get the f*** away from me!" -
Answer-hard closed hand (draw baton)
- they are showing intent to harm you, pepper spray not
good in closed quarters
Is appearance and uniform standards important? Why or
why not? - Answer-- safety issue for guards
- those lacking professionalism, displaying poor
appearance and failing to have uniform standards are
more likely to be challenged, both verbally and physically
once qualified with a firearm, security guards must qualify
how many times per year? What are the requirements of
the shoots? - Answer-- 3 times per uear
- at least two separate days, with a minimum of 90 days
between shoots
- One mandatory low light shoot
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Initial firearm qualification - Answer-- administered by an
approved firearms instructor (certified by either by the
COPT or by the NRA)
- minimum of 40 hours of training
- can be waived depending on prior experience (law
enforcement)
- must show proficiency and qualify a day and low light
shoot with approved firearms instructor if waived
Equipment installed in a security guard vehicle may
include - Answer-clear/amber flashing lights and a radio.
Sirens are prohibited
Can guards carry a concealed weapon if they have been
issued a concealed weapons permit by the state? -
Answer-No, unless they have been qualified to carry
around a firearm by an approved firearms instructor
Any time a security guard uses force against an individual,
the guard should - Answer-Contact the police, identify
witnesses, make notes about the incident
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Can security guards detain an individual to develop
probable cause to arrest? - Answer-no
any evidence obtained by an illegal search will be thrown
out and the entire case may be dismissed
A customer at the mall tells you that they saw a drug deal
take place in the parking lot. They give you suspect and
vehicle descriptions, including tag numbers. What should
you do? - Answer-Notify the police, surveil from a safe
distance, trying not to be noticed, await police arrival and
then assist officers as requested.
Guards must be certified to carry handcuffs, batons, and
chemical spray. The instructor providing the training must
be - Answer-Certified by the weapon manufacturer as an
instructor and approved by the Board of Professional
Licensing
Can uniforms resemble police officers? - Answer-no
Does the Board of Professional Licensing (The Board) has
the power to suspend, revoke, or place on probation, any
guard or guard agency who violates the Delaware Code
Hawaii Security Guard - Principal Exam||Verified
Exam!!!|| High-Yield Questions &Answers Rationales
Instant Download Pdf||Newest Exam!!!
Best use of force for a suspected shoplifter running
towards you and yelling "get the f*** away from me!" -
Answer-hard closed hand (draw baton)
- they are showing intent to harm you, pepper spray not
good in closed quarters
Is appearance and uniform standards important? Why or
why not? - Answer-- safety issue for guards
- those lacking professionalism, displaying poor
appearance and failing to have uniform standards are
more likely to be challenged, both verbally and physically
once qualified with a firearm, security guards must qualify
how many times per year? What are the requirements of
the shoots? - Answer-- 3 times per uear
- at least two separate days, with a minimum of 90 days
between shoots
- One mandatory low light shoot
,2|Page
Initial firearm qualification - Answer-- administered by an
approved firearms instructor (certified by either by the
COPT or by the NRA)
- minimum of 40 hours of training
- can be waived depending on prior experience (law
enforcement)
- must show proficiency and qualify a day and low light
shoot with approved firearms instructor if waived
Equipment installed in a security guard vehicle may
include - Answer-clear/amber flashing lights and a radio.
Sirens are prohibited
Can guards carry a concealed weapon if they have been
issued a concealed weapons permit by the state? -
Answer-No, unless they have been qualified to carry
around a firearm by an approved firearms instructor
Any time a security guard uses force against an individual,
the guard should - Answer-Contact the police, identify
witnesses, make notes about the incident
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Can security guards detain an individual to develop
probable cause to arrest? - Answer-no
any evidence obtained by an illegal search will be thrown
out and the entire case may be dismissed
A customer at the mall tells you that they saw a drug deal
take place in the parking lot. They give you suspect and
vehicle descriptions, including tag numbers. What should
you do? - Answer-Notify the police, surveil from a safe
distance, trying not to be noticed, await police arrival and
then assist officers as requested.
Guards must be certified to carry handcuffs, batons, and
chemical spray. The instructor providing the training must
be - Answer-Certified by the weapon manufacturer as an
instructor and approved by the Board of Professional
Licensing
Can uniforms resemble police officers? - Answer-no
Does the Board of Professional Licensing (The Board) has
the power to suspend, revoke, or place on probation, any
guard or guard agency who violates the Delaware Code
