Question 1

Which of the following is true of security management?

Accepted Answer

Security management encompasses a broad range of activities aimed at preventing loss and protecting assets, making it both a service-related industry and a field that prioritizes proactive measures over reactive responses.

Question 2

Security management is:

Accepted Answer

Security management is multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, incorporating elements from various fields such as technology, human resources, law, and physical security to protect an organization's assets, people, and information. It is not limited to the private sector or solely focused on corporate assets.

Question 3

Security manager salaries are:

Accepted Answer

Security manager salaries are competitive with those found in public law enforcement and corporate business, reflecting the responsibilities and expertise required for the role.

Question 4

In the ________ security operation, the security function is integrated or merged with another department such as risk management.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the ________ security operation, the security...

Question 5

________ security involves the protection of-as well as protection from-people.

Accepted Answer

Personnel security involves protecting individuals and ensuring that they do not pose a threat to the organization.

Question 6

Which of the following is correct?

Accepted Answer

Education and certification programs are essential for the professionalism and development of individuals in the security field, providing the necessary skills and knowledge. The other statements are incorrect because security regulations vary by state, not all security positions require a CPP designation, and security educators do not need to be former law enforcement officers.

Question 7

The theoretical foundation for security is based on the assumption that:

Accepted Answer

The theoretical foundation for security encompasses all the statements given: individuals making inappropriate decisions, the likelihood of committing a crime when an opportunity exists and social control is lacking, and the potential to reduce crime through environmental manipulation.

Question 8

________ codify and prescribe levels of punishment for misbehavior much like criminal codes.

Accepted Answer

Private justice systems codify and prescribe levels of punishment for misbehavior similar to criminal codes, as they operate independently from public systems.

Question 9

________ is a major challenge facing the security management profession.

Accepted Answer

Protection of proprietary information is a significant challenge in security management, as it involves safeguarding sensitive company data from unauthorized access, theft, or exposure.

Question 10

Choose the correct statement.

Accepted Answer

Each statement accurately reflects historical aspects of law enforcement and societal protection mechanisms. A) describes early societal structures for protection, B) references one of the earliest known written law codes, C) outlines an early form of community policing in England, and D) refers to individuals who were paid for capturing criminals, akin to modern bounty hunters.

Question 11

The first public police department in the world is attributed to:

Accepted Answer

The first public police department in the world is attributed to London in 1829, established by Sir Robert Peel, hence the nickname "Bobbies" for the police in England.

Question 12

________ is credited with establishing the first national security and investigations company in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Allan Pinkerton is credited with establishing the first national security and investigations company in the United States, known as the Pinkerton National Detective Agency.

Question 13

The ________, formed in 1955, is the world's largest organization of security professionals.

Accepted Answer

ASIS International, established in 1955, is the largest organization for security professionals worldwide, focusing on education, certifications, and networking opportunities within the security industry.

Question 14

Choose the correct statement.

Accepted Answer

All the statements accurately describe the roles and responsibilities of private security and public law enforcement. Private security focuses on the interests of private clients or organizations, public law enforcement is indeed a function of the executive branch of government, public police prioritize the welfare of the general public, and their authority is limited to public laws rather than enforcing policies of private entities.

Question 15

The ________ recommended minimum training standards for security personnel.

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed have contributed to the development and recommendation of minimum training standards for security personnel in various capacities.

Question 16

The crime (or problem) analysis triangle provides a mechanism to:

Accepted Answer

The crime (or problem) analysis triangle is a tool used in problem-oriented policing to understand and address crime and disorder. It emphasizes that crime occurs when a likely offender and a suitable target come together in a place without adequate guardianship. By visualizing crime through this model, it helps in solving problems by focusing on eliminating or modifying one of the elements (offender, victim, or opportunity), thereby preventing crime.

Question 17

The Homeland Security Act of 2002:

Accepted Answer

The Homeland Security Act of 2002 primarily established the U.S. Department of Homeland Security by merging over twenty federal agencies to better coordinate the national effort against threats to the homeland, particularly in the wake of the September 11 attacks.

Question 18

The ________ authorizes employers to conduct criminal history checks of applicants for security positions.

Accepted Answer

The Private Security Officer Employment Authorization Act specifically authorizes employers to conduct criminal history checks of applicants for security positions, aiming to enhance the safety and integrity of private security services.

Question 19

The security management triad consists of ________ security.

Accepted Answer

The security management triad includes Physical, Personnel, and Information (INFOSEC) security, covering the broad aspects of protecting an organization's assets, information, and personnel.

Question 20

Since the mid-1970s, the number of public police personnel has been growing at a faster rate than private security.

Accepted Answer

Since the mid-1970s, the growth rate of private security personnel has outpaced that of public police personnel, reflecting a global trend towards increased privatization of security.

Quiz 1: History and Overview

Which of the following is true of security management?

Security management is:

Security manager salaries are:

In the ________ security operation, the security function is integrated or merged with another department such as risk management.

________ security involves the protection of-as well as protection from-people.

Which of the following is correct?

The theoretical foundation for security is based on the assumption that:

________ codify and prescribe levels of punishment for misbehavior much like criminal codes.

________ is a major challenge facing the security management profession.

Choose the correct statement.

The first public police department in the world is attributed to:

________ is credited with establishing the first national security and investigations company in the United States.

The ________, formed in 1955, is the world's largest organization of security professionals.

Choose the correct statement.

The ________ recommended minimum training standards for security personnel.

The crime (or problem) analysis triangle provides a mechanism to:

The Homeland Security Act of 2002:

The ________ authorizes employers to conduct criminal history checks of applicants for security positions.

The security management triad consists of ________ security.

Since the mid-1970s, the number of public police personnel has been growing at a faster rate than private security.