Which organisation is responsible for licensing CCTV operators in the UK private security industry?
Working In Private Security
Question · Easy
Under which Act of Parliament was the Security Industry Authority created and CCTV licensing made a legal requirement?
What is the minimum age to apply for an SIA CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) licence?
What is the main difference between criminal law and civil law?
When can a security operative lawfully use force against another person?
Question · Medium
A CCTV operator is NOT a police officer. What statutory powers does a CCTV operator have over members of the public?
What does the abbreviation PACE stand for?
Under common law, when can any person (including a CCTV operator off duty) make a citizen's arrest?
Question · Hard
Which piece of legislation places a general duty on employers and employees to ensure health and safety at work?
What is the first action you should take if you discover a fire in the building?
The fire triangle shows the three elements a fire needs. Which three are they?
When monitoring CCTV, you see a person collapse and become unresponsive in the street. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
What does the term 'customer care' mean for a security operative?
In effective communication, what is meant by 'active listening'?
Which of the following is an example of a barrier to effective communication?
What does the counter-terrorism guidance 'Run, Hide, Tell' advise the public to do in a firearms or weapons attack?
What does 'ACT' stand for in the context of counter-terrorism awareness training for security operatives?
A CCTV operator notices the same person repeatedly photographing entrances, cameras and security staff over several days. In counter-terrorism terms, this behaviour is best described as possible:
Why is wearing a valid SIA licence (or being able to evidence it) important while working?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the private security industry?
What should a security operative do if asked to carry out an instruction that they believe is illegal?
Which document records what an operative should do and is a key reference during an incident?
Human rights law protects individuals. Which right is most directly engaged when CCTV records a person in a public place?
A colleague suffers a deep cut and is bleeding heavily. What is the priority first-aid action while help is on the way?
Which behaviour best demonstrates professional conduct by a CCTV operator?
If you find a suspicious unattended package in a building you are monitoring, the recommended response includes which mnemonic-based action?
What is the main purpose of an emergency evacuation procedure?
A member of the public becomes angry and confrontational. Which approach best helps to de-escalate the situation?
Why must a security operative maintain a smart appearance and professional manner?
Which of the following is a key health and safety responsibility of an employee under the 1974 Act?
What is a 'near miss' in health and safety terms?
When making an emergency call to report an incident, which key information should you give the operator first?
Discrimination against someone because of a protected characteristic such as race, sex, disability, religion or age is unlawful under which Act?
Why should a CCTV operator never base their attention on someone solely because of their race, religion or appearance?
What is the role of the police in relation to private security operatives such as CCTV operators?
Which fire extinguisher type should generally NOT be used on a live electrical fire?
A CCTV operator suspects a colleague is misusing the system to watch a neighbour for personal reasons. What should they do?
What does the phrase 'duty of care' mean for a security operative?
If a serious incident occurs on your site, when should you record the details in your notebook or log?
Which statement about the SIA licence is correct?
What is the primary role of a public space CCTV operator?
Cctv Operator Principles
Under UK data protection law, CCTV footage that can identify a living individual is classed as:
Which UK body regulates data protection and can investigate misuse of CCTV?
A member of the public asks to see CCTV footage of themselves. Under UK GDPR this is known as a:
Which document gives guidance on the appropriate and proportionate use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales?
What does the term 'proportionality' mean when applied to CCTV surveillance of an individual?
RIPA, the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, is most relevant to CCTV when surveillance becomes:
What is the difference between proactive and reactive surveillance?
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