PSO Surveillance and Observation Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of conducting surveillance in a protective service role?
Answer: To detect and deter potential threats before they escalate
Surveillance in protective service is primarily used to detect and deter threats before they escalate into incidents.
Which observation technique involves scanning an area in overlapping segments to ensure complete coverage?
Answer: Sector scanning
Sector scanning divides an area into overlapping segments so that no portion of the area is missed during surveillance.
When writing a subject description for surveillance purposes, which detail should be recorded FIRST?
Answer: Height and build
Height and build are recorded first because they are the most stable identifiers and immediately visible from a distance.
A PSO notices a vehicle parked in a restricted area with the engine running for 45 minutes. This is best classified as:
Answer: A suspicious indicator requiring documentation
An idling vehicle in a restricted area for an extended period is a suspicious indicator that a PSO should document and investigate.
What is the purpose of a 'dead-angle' check during facility surveillance?
Answer: To inspect areas not visible from normal patrol routes or camera views
Dead-angle checks ensure that areas with no camera coverage or blocked sightlines are physically inspected during a patrol.
During covert observation, a PSO should avoid:
Answer: Making eye contact with the subject repeatedly
Repeated eye contact alerts the subject that they are being watched, compromising the covert nature of the surveillance.