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1. What are some examples of a type of security work?
A. Bouncers
B. Bodyguards
C. Any service to prevent the loss of property through theft or sabotage in an
industrial,residential or retail environment
D. All of the above
2. People under the influence of drugs and alcohol should be treated with
A. Moderate caution
B. Ease
C. Extreme caution
D. All of the above
3. Which of the following situations best describe an Indictable Offence?
A. One person applies force to another person without permission or justification
B. A petty crime committed on federal property at an airport
C. A Labour Relations Act violation during a labour dispute involving a lockout of
the employees
D. A serious crime witnessed by a Security Guard or another person
4. The four levels of court are:
A. Supreme Court of Canada, Provincial/Territorial Superior Courts,
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Provincial/Territorial Courts, Queen’s Branch Court
B. Superior Court of Canada, Provincial/Territorial Superior Courts,
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Provincial/Territorial Courts, Queen’s Branch Court
C. Supreme Court of Canada, Province/Territorial Superior Courts,
Provincial/Territorial Courts, and Courts of Appeal
D. None of the above
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5. You are working as a Security Guard in a factory when you come across a
small, contained fire in an outside trash bin on the property. What do you do?
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A. Use a fire house to douse the flames before it gets out of hand
B. Call 911 and request the assistance of the Fire Department immediately
C. Throw a floor mat over the fire to smother it
D. Use a portable extinguisher of the correct type to put it out
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6. Positional asphyxia may occur when a person is being physically restrained.
The condition can cause:
A. Injury
B. Death
C. Violent behavior
D. All of the above
7. What purpose is a security guard’s notebook?
A. To add additional information on potential suspects collected during your shift
B. To keep track of people, stolen property, details of person you believe are
future suspects
C. A daily record of arrests and covert activities during a shift
D. A daily record of factual events and activities during a shift
8. What is the legal drinking age for a person in a licensed establishment
according to the Liquor License Act of Ontario?
A. 18 years of age or older
B. 17 years of age or older
C. 19 years of age or older
D. 21 years of age or older
9. According to the Use of Force Framework, communication is considered a
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A. Use of Force option
B. Intimidate option
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C. Psychological option
D. Officer presence option
10. Who can form a public complaint on a security guard/security company?
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A. A patron
B. A security
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C. A police officer
D. Anyone
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1. D
2. C
3. D
4. C
5. D
6. D
7. D
8. C
9. A
10. D
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Explanations
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1. What are some examples of a type of security work?
A. Bouncers
B. Bodyguards
C. Any service to prevent the loss of property through theft or sabotage in an
industrial,residential or retail environment
D. All of the above
The correct answer is "All of the above" because all listed options—bouncers, bodyguards, and services to
prevent the loss of property through theft or sabotage in an industrial, residential or retail environment—are indeed
examples of types of security work. A bouncer, typically seen at bars, clubs, concerts, and other public gathering
places, is responsible for maintaining safety and ensuring the enforcement of an establishment's best practice
policies. They may eject unwanted or disruptive people and also deter potential troublemakers from entering in the
first place. A bodyguard provides close protection to individuals, typically high-value targets like celebrities,
politicians, or wealthy people who may be at risk of personal attack. Services to prevent the loss of property
through theft or sabotage in an industrial, residential or retail environment could include a variety of roles. For
example, security guards patrolling a shopping mall, professionals installing and monitoring security cameras in an
office building, or a residential neighborhood security patrol. So each of these can be classified as security work
as they entail protecting people or property from harm, enforcing rules, and responding to emergency situations.
Hence, option "all of the above" is correct.
2. People under the influence of drugs and alcohol should be treated with
A. Moderate caution
B. Ease
C. Extreme caution
D. All of the above
People under the influence of drugs and alcohol should always be treated with extreme caution. The reason for
this is due to the unpredictability of their behaviour. Substances like drugs and alcohol can impair a person's
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judgment, making their actions erratic and potentially dangerous. They might not respond to standard
communication or control methods, and could be more prone to violent behaviour. Therefore, for the safety of the
security guard and others, it is important to exercise extreme caution when dealing with individuals under the
influence.
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3. Which of the following situations best describe an Indictable Offence?
A. One person applies force to another person without permission or justification
B. A petty crime committed on federal property at an airport
C. A Labour Relations Act violation during a labour dispute involving a lockout of
the employees
D. A serious crime witnessed by a Security Guard or another person
An Indictable Offence, under Canadian law, is a serious crime that is subject to severe penalties. Crimes under
this category include such acts as murder, treason, or robbery, and these crimes are typically tried in a superior
court. Therefore, option D - "A serious crime witnessed by a Security Guard or another person" best describes
what an Indictable Offence is. It refers to significant offences that are viewed as highly detrimental to society and,
in witnessing such a crime, a Security Guard would need to follow protocols for reporting and documenting the
incident. The phrase "by a Security Guard or another person" simply emphasizes that anyone witnessing such a
crime - professional security personnel or otherwise - has a responsibility to report it. The other options do not
correctly define an Indictable Offence as they either refer to less serious crimes or violations that aren't inherently
criminal acts.
4. The four levels of court are:
A. Supreme Court of Canada, Provincial/Territorial Superior Courts,
Provincial/Territorial Courts, Queen’s Branch Court
B. Superior Court of Canada, Provincial/Territorial Superior Courts,
Provincial/Territorial Courts, Queen’s Branch Court
C. Supreme Court of Canada, Province/Territorial Superior Courts,
Provincial/Territorial Courts, and Courts of Appeal
D. None of the above
The correct answer refers to the established hierarchy within the Canadian judicial system. The four levels of court
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include the Supreme Court of Canada, which serves as the highest court in the country, hearing cases of
significant legal importance and providing final appeals on matters from lower courts. The next level consists of
Provincial/Territorial Courts, which deal with most criminal cases, family law matters, and other jurisdictions as
determined by provincial legislation. These courts are accessible to the public and handle a high volume of cases.
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The Provincial/Territorial Superior Courts serve as the appellate courts for decisions made by the lower
provincial/territorial courts, in addition to handling more serious criminal and civil cases. They have jurisdiction
over serious matters and often hear appeals from the lower courts. Lastly, the Courts of Appeal are specific to
each province or territory and focus on reviewing decisions made by the Superior and other courts, ensuring that
legal principles are uniformly interpreted. The other options contain inaccuracies regarding the court names or
their functions, making them incorrect. They either mislabel the types of courts or do not reflect the established
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hierarchy within the Canadian legal system.
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5. You are working as a Security Guard in a factory when you come across a
small, contained fire in an outside trash bin on the property. What do you do?
A. Use a fire house to douse the flames before it gets out of hand
B. Call 911 and request the assistance of the Fire Department immediately
C. Throw a floor mat over the fire to smother it
D. Use a portable extinguisher of the correct type to put it out
The correct response to discovering a small, contained fire as a security guard in Ontario should be to use an
appropriate portable fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire. This is because as a security guard, one of your roles
is to protect the property and mitigate any immediate threats you're equipped to handle. In the case of a small fire,
if you're trained in the use of fire extinguishers, typically as part of basic workplace safety training, it is entirely
appropriate and expected for you to utilize this equipment in response to a small, manageable fire. The emphasis
here is on the fire being small and contained, as handling larger fires should be left for professional firefighters. In
order to use a fire extinguisher, you should also ensure that it's the correct type for the specific type of fire you're
dealing with, otherwise, it may be ineffective or even potentially make the fire worse.
6. Positional asphyxia may occur when a person is being physically restrained.
The condition can cause:
A. Injury
B. Death
C. Violent behavior
D. All of the above
Positional asphyxia is a potentially lethal condition that can occur when a person's physical position restricts their
ability to breathe. All three options present - injury, death, and violent behavior - could conceivably be outcomes of
positional asphyxia, which is why the correct answer is "all of the above." Firstly, when a person is unable to
breathe properly due to their position while being restrained, they may begin to suffer from a lack of oxygen,
leading to property damage, serious injury, or severe medical conditions. Secondly, positional asphyxia can
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indeed lead to death, particularly if the individual's breathing is heavily restricted for an extended period, resulting
in a continued lack of oxygen reaching the brain and other organs. Finally, the person may engage in violent
behavior as a result of panic and fight for survival - they could try to fight off whoever is restraining them, hurt
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themselves in an attempt to change positions, or pose a risk to others nearby. So, the possibility for all these
options occur when positional asphyxia happens through physical restraint, therein justifying the answer D - "All of
the above" as the correct answer.
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7. What purpose is a security guard’s notebook?
A. To add additional information on potential suspects collected during your shift
B. To keep track of people, stolen property, details of person you believe are
future suspects
C. A daily record of arrests and covert activities during a shift
D. A daily record of factual events and activities during a shift
The primary purpose of a security guard’s notebook is to maintain a daily record of factual events and activities
during a shift. This means jotting down all the happenings during their shift, including incidents, visitors, suspicious
activities, and daily routine checks. It's crucial in maintaining transparency and accountability and can serve as
evidence in court. The other options mention recording suspicions, arrests, stolen property, or covert activities, all
of which do not necessarily fall into the guard's jurisdiction or may not be based on factual and verifiable events.
Hence, the purpose of a security guard's notebook is essentially to document a genuine, factual record of their
shift.
8. What is the legal drinking age for a person in a licensed establishment
according to the Liquor License Act of Ontario?
A. 18 years of age or older
B. 17 years of age or older
C. 19 years of age or older
D. 21 years of age or older
In Ontario, the Liquor License Act sets the legal drinking age at 19 years or older. This means that a person must
be at least 19 years old to buy, possess, consume or serve alcohol in a licensed establishment. This regulation
exists to control the access and consumption of alcohol by young people, with the goal of preventing negative
social and health consequences associated with underage drinking. In addition, anyone who serves or sells
alcohol in Ontario has a legal responsibility to ensure that they do not serve or sell alcohol to anyone under this
age limit, hence the importance of knowing this age if you're in a security role in licensed premises.
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9. According to the Use of Force Framework, communication is considered a
A. Use of Force option
B. Intimidate option
C. Psychological option
D. Officer presence option
The Use of Force Framework is a strategic model that outlines a set of rational and progressive measures that law
enforcement or security personnel could adopt to address a threatening or risky situation. This framework – by
design – prioritizes the least aggressive means to achieve a safe and productive resolution, starting with officer
presence and followed by communication, physical control, intermediate weapons, and finally lethal force.
Communication in this context is considered a 'Use of Force option.', and the reasoning behind that classification
is as follows: When law enforcement or security personnel engage in verbal or nonverbal communication, it can
be seen as an act of authority or a demonstration of potential force. The personnel is attempting to establish
control over a situation, and this could be achieved by issuing clear instructions, asserting control, or de-escalating
the tension. This engagement might prompt compliance from the individuals involved without resorting to physical
interventions, thus it falls under the umbrella of 'Use of Force options'. The concept of use of force here doesn't
necessarily imply physical violence or aggression, but any action taken by the officer to maintain or regain control
of a situation, and communication is one vital tool in such instances. So, it's classified as a 'Use of Force option.'
10. Who can form a public complaint on a security guard/security company?
A. A patron
B. A security
C. A police officer
D. Anyone
The correct answer to this question is "Anyone". In the province of Ontario, any individual, regardless of their role
or relationship to a security guard or company, has the right to file a complaint if they believe the guard or
company has violated any laws or regulations. This broad eligibility for complaints is based on the principle of
public accountability, which holds that security guards and companies, like many other types of public service
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providers, must be held responsible for their actions to all members of the society they serve. This ensures that
inappropriate or illegal behavior can be reported and dealt with regardless of who has observed or experienced it.
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