SAIWA - Security Agents Institute of Western Australia WA Security Legislation Questions and Answers

Question 1

Under the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996, what is the primary legal power a licensed security officer has when dealing with a person they reasonably suspect of committing an offence on private property?

Accepted Answer

To perform a 'citizen's arrest' and use reasonable force to detain the person.

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To demand the person's identification and conduct a search of their belongings.

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To detain the person using any means necessary until police arrive.

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To issue an on-the-spot fine for trespassing or disorderly conduct.

Question 2

A security agent is required by the Security and Related Activities (Control) Regulations 1997 to maintain certain records. Which of the following is a prescribed record that must be kept?

Accepted Answer

An incident register detailing any notable events.

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A daily log of all staff meal breaks.

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A register of all visitors who enter the premises.

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A record of all verbal warnings given to the public.

Question 3

A client has hired a security company to guard a commercial building. An officer on patrol discovers a door that has been forced open after hours. According to their duties and legislative responsibilities, what is the MOST appropriate initial action for the officer to take?

Accepted Answer

Contact their supervisor or control room to report the situation and await instructions.

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Enter the building immediately to search for intruders.

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Lock the door to prevent the intruder from returning.

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Call the building manager directly to inform them of the unsecured door.

Question 4

Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for an individual applying for a Security Officer and/or Crowd Controller Licence in Western Australia for the first time?

Accepted Answer

Successfully completing a written examination based on their training course content.

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Holding a valid driver's licence.

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Being a member of the Security Agents Institute of Western Australia (SAIWA).

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Having prior experience in law enforcement or the military.

Question 5

According to the WA Security Industry Code of Conduct, a licensed security professional must always act in a manner that serves:

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The public interest and with integrity.

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The financial interests of their employer above all else.

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Their own personal safety, even if it means ignoring a potential incident.

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The specific instructions of the client, regardless of legality.

Question 6

A licensed crowd controller is working at a licensed venue. A patron is asked to leave due to intoxication but refuses. Under the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996, what level of force is the crowd controller permitted to use to remove the patron?

Accepted Answer

Such force as is reasonably necessary in the circumstances.

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Any force deemed necessary to remove the individual quickly.

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Only the same level of force the patron uses against them.

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No physical force is permitted; they must wait for police.