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What are the acts relating to a security officer - Answer-
Crimes Act 1958 Section 462A (justification of use of force.
Crimes Act 1958 Section 458 (Powers of arrest).
Powers of arrest: what are the words of justification -
Answer-He finds commitment any offence.
What is the Crimes Act 1958 Section 462A:
JUSTIFICATION USE OF FORCE (word for word) -
Answer-A person may use such for not disproportionate to
the objective as he believes on reasonable grounds to be
necessary to prevent the commission, continuance or
completion of an indictable offence or to effect or assist in
effecting the lawful arrest of a person committing or
suspected of committing any offence.
What are the two most important words of 462A - Answer-
NOT disproportionate, meaning not extreme or excessive.
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What is an indictable offence - Answer-It is a serious
offence and may be trialed in front of a judge or jury.
What are the 3 considerations/ justifications for the use of
firearms - Answer-1. Innocent persons are not in danger.
2. As a last resort.
3. In a reasonable self defence or defence of another
person where there is a real and impending threat to life.
What is the acceptable challenge when challenging an
offender - Answer-Security, don't move.
What are the procedures when you are challenged by
police - Answer-1. Do not move.
2. Slowly turn your head toward the challenge to see if it is
real.
3. Identify yourself as a security officer and follow
commands.
What are the 2 de-escalation phases - Answer-Hey, we
don't need these problems, do we?
Hey, neither of us need to get hurt, what do you say?
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Drugs and alcohol. Section 132 firearms phrases x2 -
Answer-Do not handle firearms under the influence of drug
and alcohol. BAC level MUST BE 0.000%
What are the storage requirements for firearms and
ammunition - Answer-Handguns must be stored in a 6mm
steel locked safe and ammunition must be stored in a
separate lockable container away from the firearm.
What are the carry conditions for firearms - Answer-It must
be fully loaded, factory loaded , company approved
ammunition and the right caliber for the firearm.
What is the use of force continuum - Answer-Level 1:
Officer presence/Identification.
Level 2: Communication skills.
Level 3: a) soft empty hand b) hard empty hand
Level 4: a) soft filled hand b) hard filled hand
Level: the use of potential lethal force (Firearm)
BSIS Firearm Written Exam||Verified Exam!!|| – Test
Bank – 2026/2027 – Complete Questions and Answers
for Certification
What are the acts relating to a security officer - Answer-
Crimes Act 1958 Section 462A (justification of use of force.
Crimes Act 1958 Section 458 (Powers of arrest).
Powers of arrest: what are the words of justification -
Answer-He finds commitment any offence.
What is the Crimes Act 1958 Section 462A:
JUSTIFICATION USE OF FORCE (word for word) -
Answer-A person may use such for not disproportionate to
the objective as he believes on reasonable grounds to be
necessary to prevent the commission, continuance or
completion of an indictable offence or to effect or assist in
effecting the lawful arrest of a person committing or
suspected of committing any offence.
What are the two most important words of 462A - Answer-
NOT disproportionate, meaning not extreme or excessive.
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What is an indictable offence - Answer-It is a serious
offence and may be trialed in front of a judge or jury.
What are the 3 considerations/ justifications for the use of
firearms - Answer-1. Innocent persons are not in danger.
2. As a last resort.
3. In a reasonable self defence or defence of another
person where there is a real and impending threat to life.
What is the acceptable challenge when challenging an
offender - Answer-Security, don't move.
What are the procedures when you are challenged by
police - Answer-1. Do not move.
2. Slowly turn your head toward the challenge to see if it is
real.
3. Identify yourself as a security officer and follow
commands.
What are the 2 de-escalation phases - Answer-Hey, we
don't need these problems, do we?
Hey, neither of us need to get hurt, what do you say?
, 3|Page
Drugs and alcohol. Section 132 firearms phrases x2 -
Answer-Do not handle firearms under the influence of drug
and alcohol. BAC level MUST BE 0.000%
What are the storage requirements for firearms and
ammunition - Answer-Handguns must be stored in a 6mm
steel locked safe and ammunition must be stored in a
separate lockable container away from the firearm.
What are the carry conditions for firearms - Answer-It must
be fully loaded, factory loaded , company approved
ammunition and the right caliber for the firearm.
What is the use of force continuum - Answer-Level 1:
Officer presence/Identification.
Level 2: Communication skills.
Level 3: a) soft empty hand b) hard empty hand
Level 4: a) soft filled hand b) hard filled hand
Level: the use of potential lethal force (Firearm)
