Armed Guard / CIT case studies
Armed Guard / CIT · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The Armed Guard / CIT credential is a screening and knowledge check for people who carry a firearm in a protective or cash-in-transit role, and who may also be asked to check identity and immigration-related documents at a controlled access point. It is aimed at new license applicants, guards moving from unarmed to armed posts, and CIT crew who need to show they understand both the legal limits of their authority and the practical side of the job. The exam is multiple choice and spans seven areas: legal authority and use of force, firearms safety and handling, armed response and incident management, citizenship and identity verification, report writing and evidence handling, customer service and de-escalation, and emergency procedures and first aid. Expect scenario-style items that test judgment rather than memorized slogans, especially around when force is justified, how a weapon is carried and stored, and how a document check is conducted respectfully and lawfully. The Armed Guard / CIT case studies are 5 cases and about 2,745 words.
1The Drunk and the Doorway
You are an armed guard at a 24-hour convenience store. At 2:15 AM, a man who smells strongly of alcohol and is swaying enters.
548 words, about 3 min2The Chamber Check
You are working an armed cash-in-transit route. Before leaving the depot, you perform your routine function check on your issued semi-automatic pistol.
624 words, about 3 min3The Suspicious Package
You are an armed guard at a busy courthouse entrance. At 9:05 AM, a man in a hoodie and backpack approaches the screening area.
472 words, about 2 min4The Expired Work Permit
You are an armed guard at a federal building. A contractor arrives to service the HVAC system.
534 words, about 3 min5The Missing Evidence
You are an armed guard at a retail store. At 3:00 PM, you detain a shoplifter who has concealed $250 worth of merchandise in a backpack.
567 words, about 3 min