CPO: UNIT 1-2 Exam » American Bodyguard Academy

UNIT 1 & 2 EXAM : WORKING AS A CLOSE PROTECTION OPERATIVE PAPER
Time Allowed: 25 minutes
Number of attempts: 1
Total questions: 25

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DOOR SUPERVISION (TEST 1)
1. One of the purposes of close protection is to:

Increase security costs Interact with journalists Protect the principal from harassment Present an impressive image for the client
2. What is the purpose of close protection training?

To pass security examinations To prevent malpractice in the industry To create standards for close protection operatives To ensure sufficient knowledge to perform the role of CPO
3 Which of the following is an important attribute of Close Protection Officers?

Martial arts skills Muscular physique Communication skills Offensive driving skills
4. Which of the following people are most likely to be principals?

Head of a College or local business Dignitaries and their families, business people A head teacher, the principal security contractor The head of a law firm, or private investigation company
5. Which Communication methods should be used between team members whilst on foot?

Mobile phone and land line Body language and mobile phone Hand signals and verbal commands Non-verbal communication and land line
6. What are the dangers of relying solely on satnav equipment during a CP driving task

It may not speak the right language It can interfere with tracking devices It may cause a distraction to the driver It can fail, leading to confusion and increased risk
7. Which of the following training courses would be the most appropriate continuous professional development (CPD) for a close protection operative?

Public Services, Community Safety Security Guarding and Door Supervision Conflict Management, Vehicle Immobilisation Risk management, Risk Assessment, Threat Assessment
8. Which is an important factor when performing surveillance activities?

Billable hours Costs of equipment Types of car available Situational awareness
9. What might be an indicator of surveillance being conducted on your principal?

People trying to talk to your principal People parking close to your vehicles Seeing the same person in different locations People trying to take selfies with your principal
10. Which method is suitable for disrupting hostile reconnaissance?

Publish a regular schedule Maintain a regular schedule Vary movements and routes Stay in one place all the time
11. What are the main aims of the Private Security Industry Act 2001?

To provide a system for the statutory regulation of the private security industry To provide licences for approved security companies operating in the UK To ensure that everyone who is employed as a security operative in the UK has an SIA Licence To ensure all security companies who provide staff on a contractual basis have a licence to operate
12. Which of the following is not a function of the Security Industry Authority (SIA)?

Representing its members interests with government Setting and approving standards of conduct and training Monitoring the performance of the private security industry Undertaking inspection and enforcement
13. Criminal law cases are tried by:

A barrister in a County court A magistrate in a Crown court A magistrate in a County court A judge and jury in a Crown court
14. Who does the Human Rights Act apply to?

Individuals or private companies Security Operatives working on a private contract Public Authorities and other bodies providing public functions Security companies, private companies and individuals operating within the private sector
15. Interpersonal skills are

Skills used to communicate both verbally and non-verbally with others Physical skills only which are used to persuade others to your point of view Any skills which do not involve interaction with other people Skills used only in formal and professional situations to communicate
16. Your role is to carry out random searches of people and vehicles before they enter a venue. The venue has installed technology at the point of entry and also provides you with personal equipment. Which of the following statements is correct?

A person who passes through a metal detector and sets off the alarm relinquishes their right not to be searched If there is a condition of entry that all vehicles will be searched, then permission to search is not required Even though a person sets off an alarm as they pass through a detector,permission to search still has to be obtained A vehicle which raises suspicion will need to be thoroughly searched, permission from the occupants is not required
17. Which interpersonal skill does a close protective operative use when dealing with unwanted attention?

Aggression Reasonable force Self defence Assertiveness
18. The purpose of route reconnaissance is to

identify the type of environment and landscape between two points ensure that the fastest route is chosen between point A and point B identify locations on a route where there are hazards and potential risks ensure that the timing of the journey meets the projected time of arrival at the venue
19. What would you consider when performing a daytime advance party check of a location?

The amount of light available inside the venue The availability and costs of long term parking Changes to location at different times of the day How accessible the venue is for disabled people
20. What would you do if, during reconnaissance, you were told to ‘abort’?

Cease all reconnaissance activity and surrender Cease all reconnaissance activity and destroy all your notes Carry on with the reconnaissance regardless of your new instructions Cease all reconnaissance activity immediately and fall back to the predetermined location
21. What does it mean to ‘sanitise’ a venue?

The venue is professionally cleaned by a contractor before the event The venue is searched by the advance party after it has been secured The venue is confirmed as safe and then secured so that this does not change The venue has been checked by someone else who has assured you that it is secure
22. Whilst carrying out a routine search of a person’s bag you discover a white powder which you suspect is an illegal class A drug. What action should you take?

Seek assistance, retain and secure the substance, detain the person, record the incident Do nothing, it is not the role of a close protection operative to deal with suspected drug offences Take possession of the substance, record the incident and allow the person to enter the venue Report the incident in the occurrence book, take possession of the substance and allow entry to the venue
23. Someone attempting to enter an area protected by the CP team refuses to be searched. Which is the appropriate response?

Arrest the individual for attempted trespass Report the individual to the nearest police officer Eject the individual immediately using reasonable force Refuse entry to the area and report the event to the team
24. If you are carrying out a search you may need

PPE, Taser, pen keys, notepad, pen PPE, wand, scanner truncheon, notepad, wand
25. Why should you wear gloves when searching?

To reduce the sensitivity of your fingers To prevent your hands from getting dirty To avoid leaving fingerprints in the search area To protect against harmful substances that can be absorbed through the skin End of Assessment

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