CLEET Phase I & II Security Guard: (Latest 2026/2027 Update) Oklahoma
Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training | Q&A | Grade A |
100% Correct (Verified Answers) – CLEET Program
Subject: CLEET Phase I & II – Security Guard Licensing and Procedures (Oklahoma)
Source: Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act – Basic Training Curriculum
Format: Q&A Guide with Rationale | All Questions Exhausted
Total questions: 120+ (every question from raw data)
1: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, an Armed Security
Guard is:
Correct Answer: A security guard licensed to carry a firearm
1. Armed Security Guard license requires firearms training, psychological evaluation, and minimum age 21.
2. Carry authorized only in course and scope of employment on specific post.
3. Must maintain annual firearms qualification.
2: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, a Security Agency is:
Correct Answer: A person, firm, corporation or other private legal entity in the business of security guard services or armed
security guards for hire
1. Security agencies provide contract security services to other businesses or individuals.
2. Must hold agency license plus each guard employee must be individually licensed.
3. Distinguish from proprietary security (in-house, not-for-hire).
3: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, a Security Guard
Unarmed is:
Correct Answer: A security guard or watchman to protect persons or property
1. Unarmed security guards perform protection duties without firearms.
2. Must be at least 18 years old and complete basic training.
3. May use less-lethal options (OC spray, baton) with additional certification.
4: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, how many types of
licenses are issued?
Correct Answer: nine (9)
1. Nine license types: Unarmed Security Guard, Armed Security Guard, Private Investigator, Security Agency, Private
Investigator Agency, Special Event Guard, Training School, Security Consultant, and Armed Security Guard (contract).
2. Each has specific requirements, fees, and authorized activities.
3. CLEET may add or modify license types by rule.
5: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, who is NOT affected
by the security guard act?
Correct Answer: A full-time certified Peace Officer
1. Full-time certified peace officers (law enforcement) are exempt when acting in official capacity.
2. Off-duty officers working security may be subject to the Act if not acting under color of law.
3. Other exemptions: federal employees, certain corporate in-house security.
,6: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, who would be
affected by the security guard act?
Correct Answer: Individuals operating unarmed, and persons employed as a private watchman or security guard by
employer-employee relationship
1. All persons performing security services for hire must be licensed.
2. This includes both armed and unarmed guards, watchmen, and protective agents.
3. Employer-employee relationship does not exempt; both agency and guard must be licensed.
7: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, powers granted to the
Council (CLEET) are:
Correct Answer: To establish minimum curriculum for training
1. CLEET sets training standards, approves schools, and certifies instructors.
2. Also issues licenses, conducts investigations, and enforces disciplinary actions.
3. Minimum curriculum ensures uniform competency across the industry.
8: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, qualifications
applicants must meet regarding age:
Correct Answer: At least 21 years old for armed license
1. Armed security: minimum 21 years old due to firearms possession and liability.
2. Unarmed security and special event: minimum 18 years old.
3. Age verification required with application.
9: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, qualifications
applicants must meet:
Correct Answer: Be of good moral character
1. Good moral character includes no felony convictions, no crimes of moral turpitude, honesty, and integrity.
2. CLEET conducts background investigation including criminal history and employment references.
3. Certain misdemeanors (domestic violence, drug offenses) may disqualify.
10: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, state conditions
under which application information may be disclosed:
Correct Answer: To verify the current license status of any applicant or licensee to the public
1. Licensee name, license number, status, and expiration date are public information.
2. Public can verify through CLEET's online license lookup system.
3. Protects consumers by confirming valid licensure.
11: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, state another
condition under which application information may be disclosed:
Correct Answer: To a licensing authority in another jurisdiction
1. CLEET may share information with other state licensing authorities for reciprocal purposes.
2. Includes background checks, disciplinary history, and license status.
3. Facilitates multijurisdictional licensing and investigations.
12: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, define provision for
psychological evaluation:
Correct Answer: Applicant for armed security
1. Armed security guard applicants must undergo psychological evaluation to assess suitability for carrying firearm.
2. Evaluates impulse control, aggression, judgment, and mental stability.
3. Performed by licensed psychologist approved by CLEET; valid for 6 months.
, 13: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, which state fee costs
the most?
Correct Answer: Security agency
1. Security Agency license has highest original fee due to bonding, insurance, and administrative requirements.
2. Agency must also pay for qualifying party license (supervisor) and each guard employee license.
3. Fees are set by CLEET and subject to change by Oklahoma legislature.
14: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, conditional licenses:
Correct Answer: For first six months of a regular license period
1. Conditional license valid for first 6 months pending completion of background check or other verification.
2. Non-renewable; must convert to regular license or expire.
3. Allows temporary employment while CLEET completes processing.
15: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, special event license:
Correct Answer: No more than 2 in a calendar year
1. Special event license is for temporary security at concerts, sporting events, etc.
2. Limit of 2 per person per year prevents abuse as permanent employment substitute.
3. Each license valid only for specific event dates and location.
16: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, identify
requirements for security guard personal identification:
Correct Answer: Security officer
1. Permitted badge/uniform wording includes "Security," "Security Officer," "Security Guard," or agency name.
2. Cannot use "Police," "Law Enforcement," "Sheriff," or similar terms implying government authority.
3. Uniform must clearly distinguish security from law enforcement.
17: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, for vehicle
identification:
Correct Answer: Guard
1. Vehicle markings may include "Security," "Guard," "Security Patrol," or agency name.
2. Cannot use lights or markings that mimic law enforcement vehicles.
3. No red/blue emergency lights (amber, green, or white only in most jurisdictions).
18: First Aid guideline: do not give first aid if...
Correct Answer: The victim refuses it
1. Consent is required before providing first aid. If conscious and competent, victim may refuse.
2. For unconscious victim, implied consent applies (reasonable person would want help).
3. Document any refusal of care.
19: Provide first aid only within the scope of your training.
Correct Answer: True — never exceed your training level
1. Provide care only for which you are trained and certified (e.g., Basic First Aid, CPR).
2. Exceeding scope may cause harm and create liability.
3. When in doubt, provide basic life support and call for advanced help.
Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training | Q&A | Grade A |
100% Correct (Verified Answers) – CLEET Program
Subject: CLEET Phase I & II – Security Guard Licensing and Procedures (Oklahoma)
Source: Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act – Basic Training Curriculum
Format: Q&A Guide with Rationale | All Questions Exhausted
Total questions: 120+ (every question from raw data)
1: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, an Armed Security
Guard is:
Correct Answer: A security guard licensed to carry a firearm
1. Armed Security Guard license requires firearms training, psychological evaluation, and minimum age 21.
2. Carry authorized only in course and scope of employment on specific post.
3. Must maintain annual firearms qualification.
2: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, a Security Agency is:
Correct Answer: A person, firm, corporation or other private legal entity in the business of security guard services or armed
security guards for hire
1. Security agencies provide contract security services to other businesses or individuals.
2. Must hold agency license plus each guard employee must be individually licensed.
3. Distinguish from proprietary security (in-house, not-for-hire).
3: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, a Security Guard
Unarmed is:
Correct Answer: A security guard or watchman to protect persons or property
1. Unarmed security guards perform protection duties without firearms.
2. Must be at least 18 years old and complete basic training.
3. May use less-lethal options (OC spray, baton) with additional certification.
4: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, how many types of
licenses are issued?
Correct Answer: nine (9)
1. Nine license types: Unarmed Security Guard, Armed Security Guard, Private Investigator, Security Agency, Private
Investigator Agency, Special Event Guard, Training School, Security Consultant, and Armed Security Guard (contract).
2. Each has specific requirements, fees, and authorized activities.
3. CLEET may add or modify license types by rule.
5: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, who is NOT affected
by the security guard act?
Correct Answer: A full-time certified Peace Officer
1. Full-time certified peace officers (law enforcement) are exempt when acting in official capacity.
2. Off-duty officers working security may be subject to the Act if not acting under color of law.
3. Other exemptions: federal employees, certain corporate in-house security.
,6: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, who would be
affected by the security guard act?
Correct Answer: Individuals operating unarmed, and persons employed as a private watchman or security guard by
employer-employee relationship
1. All persons performing security services for hire must be licensed.
2. This includes both armed and unarmed guards, watchmen, and protective agents.
3. Employer-employee relationship does not exempt; both agency and guard must be licensed.
7: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, powers granted to the
Council (CLEET) are:
Correct Answer: To establish minimum curriculum for training
1. CLEET sets training standards, approves schools, and certifies instructors.
2. Also issues licenses, conducts investigations, and enforces disciplinary actions.
3. Minimum curriculum ensures uniform competency across the industry.
8: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, qualifications
applicants must meet regarding age:
Correct Answer: At least 21 years old for armed license
1. Armed security: minimum 21 years old due to firearms possession and liability.
2. Unarmed security and special event: minimum 18 years old.
3. Age verification required with application.
9: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, qualifications
applicants must meet:
Correct Answer: Be of good moral character
1. Good moral character includes no felony convictions, no crimes of moral turpitude, honesty, and integrity.
2. CLEET conducts background investigation including criminal history and employment references.
3. Certain misdemeanors (domestic violence, drug offenses) may disqualify.
10: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, state conditions
under which application information may be disclosed:
Correct Answer: To verify the current license status of any applicant or licensee to the public
1. Licensee name, license number, status, and expiration date are public information.
2. Public can verify through CLEET's online license lookup system.
3. Protects consumers by confirming valid licensure.
11: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, state another
condition under which application information may be disclosed:
Correct Answer: To a licensing authority in another jurisdiction
1. CLEET may share information with other state licensing authorities for reciprocal purposes.
2. Includes background checks, disciplinary history, and license status.
3. Facilitates multijurisdictional licensing and investigations.
12: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, define provision for
psychological evaluation:
Correct Answer: Applicant for armed security
1. Armed security guard applicants must undergo psychological evaluation to assess suitability for carrying firearm.
2. Evaluates impulse control, aggression, judgment, and mental stability.
3. Performed by licensed psychologist approved by CLEET; valid for 6 months.
, 13: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, which state fee costs
the most?
Correct Answer: Security agency
1. Security Agency license has highest original fee due to bonding, insurance, and administrative requirements.
2. Agency must also pay for qualifying party license (supervisor) and each guard employee license.
3. Fees are set by CLEET and subject to change by Oklahoma legislature.
14: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, conditional licenses:
Correct Answer: For first six months of a regular license period
1. Conditional license valid for first 6 months pending completion of background check or other verification.
2. Non-renewable; must convert to regular license or expire.
3. Allows temporary employment while CLEET completes processing.
15: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, special event license:
Correct Answer: No more than 2 in a calendar year
1. Special event license is for temporary security at concerts, sporting events, etc.
2. Limit of 2 per person per year prevents abuse as permanent employment substitute.
3. Each license valid only for specific event dates and location.
16: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, identify
requirements for security guard personal identification:
Correct Answer: Security officer
1. Permitted badge/uniform wording includes "Security," "Security Officer," "Security Guard," or agency name.
2. Cannot use "Police," "Law Enforcement," "Sheriff," or similar terms implying government authority.
3. Uniform must clearly distinguish security from law enforcement.
17: Under the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act, for vehicle
identification:
Correct Answer: Guard
1. Vehicle markings may include "Security," "Guard," "Security Patrol," or agency name.
2. Cannot use lights or markings that mimic law enforcement vehicles.
3. No red/blue emergency lights (amber, green, or white only in most jurisdictions).
18: First Aid guideline: do not give first aid if...
Correct Answer: The victim refuses it
1. Consent is required before providing first aid. If conscious and competent, victim may refuse.
2. For unconscious victim, implied consent applies (reasonable person would want help).
3. Document any refusal of care.
19: Provide first aid only within the scope of your training.
Correct Answer: True — never exceed your training level
1. Provide care only for which you are trained and certified (e.g., Basic First Aid, CPR).
2. Exceeding scope may cause harm and create liability.
3. When in doubt, provide basic life support and call for advanced help.
