Private Patrol Operator Final Exam Practice Questions and Answers

Private Patrol Operator Final Exam Practice
Questions and Answers
Question 1
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.
Correct Answer
8-16-30-16-6



Question 2
If the Private Patrol Operator dies, for how many days thereafter can an immediate
family member operate the business?
Correct Answer
120 days



Question 3
As a Qualified Manager, you come across a security officer who is in possession of a
counterfeit "guard card" and present this card as her current registration.
Correct Answer
Contact BSIS first, and, after verifying the card is indeed counterfeit, the local law
enforcement agency having jurisdiction



Question 4
When should the PPO apply for a Branch Office Certificate?
Correct Answer
when the mailing address on record with BSIS is not the same as an advertisement
for guard services at another address.




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,Question 5
When hiring a security guard, which documents would be needed to establish an
applicant's privilege to work security?
Correct Answer
U.S. Passport or Permanent Resident Card, and a guard card



Question 6
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
_______________________________________.
Correct Answer
Observe, report and not physically intervene unless violence is presented



Question 7
With a written general towing authorization agreement with the owner or person in
lawful possession of the property, a PPO may tow a parked vehicle in violation of the
owner's rules when ___________________________.
Correct Answer
The vehicle has been issued a notice of parking violation, and four complete days
have elapsed since the insurance of the notice.



Question 8
In addition to BSIS, what agency has authority to regulate your uniforms, badge, or
patch?
Correct Answer
The local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction over where your business is
conducted.



Question 9
Why is an emergency plan important for the private patrol operator?
Correct Answer
OSHA requires employers to have an emergency plan.




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, Question 10
How much do you have to pay an employee who worked 10 hours in one day , but
only has a 32-hour total workweek?
Correct Answer
Two hours of overtime plus 30 hours of regular pay



Question 11
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?

Correct Answer
December 17, 2020 (5 days)



Question 12
A client asks a security officer to paint the walls of the client's building. which of the
following is the soundest advice?
Correct Answer
The officer should make her patrol rounds and not paint the building.



Question 13
The best method when dealing with a claim of sexual harassment is
_____________________________________________.
Correct Answer
The complaining employee should be interviewed first.



Question 14
What are the rules regarding the use of an unmarked security patrol vehicle?
Correct Answer
If you can avoid it, you should not use an unmarked security patrol vehicle.




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