Question 1

Emergency shutdown procedures are of great importance because orderly shutdown measures may help avert damage and loss. Your emergency preparedness planning should provide for the following actions except:

Accepted Answer

Time should not be wasted in attempting to move critical or valuable items inside. This statement is incorrect and should not be included in emergency preparedness planning. The focus should be on the safety of personnel and quick shutdown measures to prevent damage or loss. The other options provided are valid and necessary steps for emergency shutdown procedures.

Question 2

The most important written instructions for the security guard are known as:

Accepted Answer

Post orders are the most important written instructions for a security guard as they outline specific duties and procedures to be followed while on duty. This can include procedures for emergencies, patrolling, access control, and response to incidents. Memoranda, operational orders, and staff orders are also important but do not necessarily provide the same level of detailed instructions for a security guard's daily duties.

Question 3

Some of the vital company information that management seeks to protect is processed by a computer and captured on distinctive media associated with electronic data processing. Effective protection of this vital information is complicated for a number of reasons. Which of the following is incorrect in this regard?

Accepted Answer

While a nuclear detonation can produce an electromagnetic pulse that can cause significant damage to electronic devices, the statement that "well-tested EMP-protective devices are available" is incorrect. While there are some devices that can provide EMP protection, their effectiveness and reliability have not been consistently tested or proven.

Question 4

Although protection of people is without a doubt the first priority in planning for emergencies, shutdown procedures must be thorough and done by those who are trained to do so. Your disaster plan should have such shutdown procedures assigned to:

Accepted Answer

Maintenance employees on each shift who handle these procedures on a regular basis are the best choice for shutdown procedures as they are trained and experienced in handling equipment and machinery. They are familiar with the procedures and potential hazards associated with the shutdown process. Assigning the responsibility to a particular group ensures consistency and reduces the risk of errors.

Question 5

A major study on private security was prepared by the:

Accepted Answer

The Private Security Task Force of the National Advisory Committee on Criminal Justice Standards and Goals conducted a major study on private security, which resulted in the publication of the Private Security Study in 1976. This study is considered a landmark in the field of private security and has influenced many subsequent studies and developments in the industry.

Question 6

The president of the ZYX Corporation expresses concern relative to the company's ability to act in an emergency to protect life and property. He instructs that you undertake the necessary action to establish the desired emergency capability within the facility. Which of the following should be the first step in initiating this action?

Accepted Answer

Appointing an emergency coordinator at the corporate level is the first step as it provides leadership and direction for developing and implementing an emergency plan.

Question 7

The issuance of weapons to guards is usually not justified:

Accepted Answer

Issuing weapons is not justified when there is no apparent danger to life, as the presence of weapons could unnecessarily escalate situations and increase risk.

Question 8

In order to adequately plan for emergencies, the security manager must make certain that the corporation has access to all necessary resources that will save lives, minimize damage, and ensure the continued operation of rapid restoration of damaged member plants. Most plants ensure access to such resources by:

Accepted Answer

The answer of In order to adequately plan for emergencies,...

Question 9

In any well-designed disaster plan, you as security manager have as a primary goal the achievement of "emergency readiness." Which of the following explanations most adequately defines the term "emergency readiness?"

Accepted Answer

Emergency readiness means being prepared to respond promptly in order to save lives and protect property during a major emergency or disaster. The other options do not fully define emergency readiness or are not directly related to it.

Question 10

Which of the following is considered to be an advantage of contracting for guard services?

Accepted Answer

Contracting for guard services can result in lower payroll costs since the company does not have to pay for benefits or taxes for the guards. It also reduces administrative headaches since the company does not have to manage and train the guards. Absenteeism problems are reduced since the contract agency is responsible for ensuring a sufficient number of guards are present. Additionally, there are generally no collective bargaining issues since the guards are not employed directly by the company.

Question 11

In issuing policy statements regarding the handling of disturbed persons, the primary consideration is:

Accepted Answer

The primary consideration in handling disturbed persons is to reduce them to a form of benevolent custody and eliminate the immediate danger they pose. While legal liability is a concern, the safety of the disturbed person and those around them should be the top priority. Employee and community relations are also important, but they should not supersede safety concerns.

Question 12

After the disaster plan has been fully prepared and tested, you as the security manager must make certain that the employees thoroughly understand it and actually take an active interest in it. Which of the following should not be done in your program of informing and educating the employees as to the plan?

Accepted Answer

Information disseminated to management should be prepared differently than that contained in a general employee announcement. Management should receive more detailed and specific information, while the general announcement should be more concise and easy to understand for all employees.

Question 13

The number of security guards required for a facility is determined by:

Accepted Answer

All the factors listed can play a role in determining the number of security guards required for a facility. The number of personnel will impact the potential threats and need for surveillance. The number of entrances and hours of operation will impact the need for access control and monitoring. The physical complexity of the facility will impact the patrol routes and need for coverage. The number of escorts or special assignments required will impact the availability of guards for other duties. Therefore, all of the above factors must be considered when determining the appropriate number of security guards for a facility.

Question 14

Perhaps one of the most difficult tasks in planning for disaster and emergencies is the actual formulation of a basic disaster plan. Which of the following is an incorrect procedure in developing such a plan?

Accepted Answer

The statement "There should be a listing of types of emergencies limited to those experienced by the company in the past" is incorrect. A basic disaster plan should address a broad range of potential emergencies, even if they have not been experienced by the company in the past. Limiting the types of emergencies considered in the planning process may leave the company ill-prepared for a crisis situation.

Question 15

No document associated with disaster planning is more important than the disaster plan manual. In preparing this manual, all of the following are applicable except:

Accepted Answer

The manual should include all necessary information, including the geographic location of the plant, site plans, floor plans, and utilities layouts. Excluding important information may hinder emergency response efforts.

Question 16

In establishing a disaster plan, provision should be incorporated that would permit you to be prepared for a variety of emergency situations. Which of the following probably would not have a key role in such plans?

Accepted Answer

The recreational coordinator may not have a critical role in disaster plans, as the focus is typically on safety, evacuation, and emergency response. The other options listed (employee welfare service, rescue teams, radiological defense service, and engineering service) are all more commonly involved in disaster planning and response efforts.

Question 17

Which of the following factors should be evaluated in considering the need for security officers to have weapons?

Accepted Answer

All of the listed factors should be evaluated when considering whether or not security officers need to have weapons. The type of encounter they will face and the nature of the potential threat are obvious factors, but the operational objective of the security officer is also important to consider. For example, if the officer's job is primarily to monitor access to a facility, they may not need a weapon. However, if their job requires them to respond to potentially violent situations, a weapon may be necessary for their safety and the safety of those around them.

Question 18

Which of the following would be an argument against the use of nonlethal weapons by the security officer?

Accepted Answer

The argument against the use of nonlethal weapons is that it might escalate confrontations with security officers because offenders would feel less threatened. This argument suggests that offenders might become more emboldened if they know that the security officer is using nonlethal weapons, which could lead to more serious confrontations and potentially more violence.

Question 19

As the security manager of the ZYX Corporation, you have been given the responsibility of improving the security of the computer facility. Which of the following would least improve the security?

Accepted Answer

Neatly storing unused wiring does not directly improve security; it is more related to organization and safety rather than security enhancement.

Question 20

Estimates as to the number of security officers - both contract and proprietary - in the United States is approximately:

Accepted Answer

The number of security officers in the United States, including both contract and proprietary, is estimated to be over 1,000,000.

Exam 1: ASIS Certified Protection Professional