SAIWA Licensing and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

Under the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996, what are the main licence classes available in WA?

Accepted Answer

Classes covering guard, crowd control, investigator, consultant, installer, and bodyguard functions

Answer

Guard, Investigator, and Consultant only

Answer

A single universal licence

Answer

Only guard and crowd control

Question 2

What is the legal responsibility of a security guard regarding use of force in WA?

Accepted Answer

Force must be reasonable, proportionate, and used only as a last resort

Answer

Any level of force deemed necessary

Answer

No physical force under any circumstances

Answer

Determined by company policy alone

Question 3

A security agent suspects a person of shoplifting. What legal powers do they have?

Accepted Answer

Citizen's arrest powers when they witness a serious offence being committed

Answer

Same arrest powers as police

Answer

No powers at all

Answer

Power to search without consent

Question 4

What is an agent's responsibility regarding notification of change of personal details to the licensing authority?

Accepted Answer

Notify the licensing authority within 7 days of any change of name, address, or contact details

Answer

No notification required until renewal

Answer

Only address changes need notification

Answer

Notification is optional

Question 5

What responsibility does a licensed agent have regarding physical identification while on duty?

Accepted Answer

Must wear or carry security identification including licence number visibly while performing duties

Answer

Only carry ID if requested by police

Answer

No identification requirements

Answer

Only a driver licence is required

Question 6

Can a security agent detain a person suspected of trespassing on private property?

Accepted Answer

Ask the person to leave and contact police if refused; detention only justified for serious offences

Answer

Yes, indefinitely

Answer

No authority to interact with trespassers

Answer

Yes, but only during daytime