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This Security Class D Module 1-3 exam covers the foundational requirements, legal
authorities, and daily operational duties for unarmed private security officers. It assesses your
knowledge of licensing laws, the scope of arrest and detention, patrol procedures, incident
response, and professional ethics.
Module Breakdown & Core Exam Concepts
Module 1: Introduction to Private Security & Licensing
Licensing Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years old, pass a background
check, and have no violent felony convictions. Licenses are typically valid for two years.
Identification: You must wear your State License, Agency ID, and company emblem visibly
on your uniform while on duty.
Weapon Rules: An unarmed security officer must not carry a weapon or firearm unless
specifically assigned and licensed to do so.
Module 2: Legal Authority & Use of Force
Citizens Arrest: A security guard's power to arrest is identical to that of an average citizen.
You can only arrest someone for felonies committed in your presence or breaches of the
peace.
Reasonable Force: You may only use the minimum amount of force necessary to protect
yourself or others, or to detain someone until law enforcement arrives. Excessive force can
result in criminal charges or civil lawsuits.
Evidence Handling: You must maintain a strict chain of custody, ensuring all evidence is
documented without any gaps.
, Module 3: Daily Operations, Patrols, & Emergencies
Observation and Report: Your primary duty as a Class D officer is to observe, deter, and
accurately report.
Patrol Tactics: Patrol routes and times should be varied and irregular so that unauthorized
individuals cannot predict your movements.
Interviewing Witnesses: When interviewing an injured or involved person, you must
gather facts to answer the fundamental questions:Who, What, When,Where, Why, and How.
Emergency Response: In the event of a fire, your first actions are to ensure personal
safety, sound the alarm, and immediately contact emergency services.
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Quiz_________________?
To obtain a D license from the Florida Division of Licensing you must:
A. Be at least 18 years of age
B. Be of good moral character
C. Not have been committed for controlled substance abuse
D. Be a citizen or legal resident alien of the United States
E. All of the above -
Answer
E
, Quiz_________________?
The identification card issued by the agency to all its partners, principal corporate
officers and all licensed employees must specify:
A. Name and license number of card holder
B. Name and license number of the agency
C. Signature of representative of the agency
D. The picture of the cardholder
E. A,B and C -
Answer
E
Quiz_________________?
A security guard should not carry a weapon or firearm unless it is required by the
specific duty assigned (T/F) -
Answer
True