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Question 1Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Under Hong Kong's Security and Guarding Services Ordinance, which body is responsible for issuing a Security Personnel Permit (SPP)?

  1. The Companies Registry
  2. The Labour Department Employment Agency Administration
  3. The Security and Guarding Services Industry Authority
  4. The Hong Kong Police Force Licensing Office Correct answer.

Explanation

The Commissioner of Police administers the permit system, and applications are processed through the Police Licensing Office. The Security and Guarding Services Industry Authority is a statutory advisory body, not the issuing office. Confusing the two bodies is a common error in SPP study.

Question 2Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A person holding a valid Security Personnel Permit is required to carry the permit while on duty mainly because it allows officers to:

  1. register as a voter in trade union elections
  2. apply for a firearms licence automatically
  3. prove their identity and permit status on request by authorised officers Correct answer.
  4. obtain discounted public transport fares

Explanation

The permit is a personal licence proving the holder may perform security work, and holders must produce it for inspection when required. It is not a benefit card or a gateway to other licences. Carrying it ensures lawful status can be verified at any time.

Question 3Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which type of SPP is required for a person whose duties consist only of security guarding at a single premises?

  1. Type C permit
  2. No permit is required for a single premises
  3. Type B permit
  4. Type A permit Correct answer.

Explanation

Type A permits cover holders who perform security work at one specified premises only. Type B permits are for holders who may work at multiple premises or on mobile duties. Choosing the correct type depends on the actual scope of duties.

Question 4Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

An SPP applicant must satisfy which of the following requirements concerning criminal record?

  1. Have no criminal convictions of any kind whatsoever
  2. Have lived in Hong Kong for at least twenty years
  3. Hold a university degree in security management
  4. Satisfy the Commissioner of Police that the applicant is a fit and proper person Correct answer.

Explanation

The statutory test is whether the applicant is a fit and proper person to hold a permit, assessed by the Commissioner of Police. A conviction is not an automatic permanent bar, but relevant records are considered. Educational and residency requirements of the kind listed are not part of the test.

Question 5Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A security officer on duty observes a person removing goods from a shop without payment. Under Hong Kong law, the officer's primary lawful basis for intervention is:

  1. a general statutory power of search of any person on private premises
  2. the authority of the Security Personnel Permit itself
  3. the power of arrest conferred on any person under the Criminal Procedure Ordinance Correct answer.
  4. a warrant issued automatically to all registered guards

Explanation

Section 101 of the Criminal Procedure Ordinance allows any person, including a security officer, to arrest without warrant where there are reasonable grounds to suspect an arrestable offence. The SPP itself confers no police powers. Search powers and warrants must come from other specific legal provisions.

Question 6Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

When using force to detain a suspected shoplifter, a security officer must ensure that the force used is:

  1. no more than reasonably necessary in the circumstances Correct answer.
  2. approved in advance by the police station commander
  3. the maximum force the officer is physically capable of
  4. applied only after the suspect has been searched

Explanation

Any use of force in effecting an arrest must be reasonable and proportionate to the situation. Excessive force can expose the officer to civil and criminal liability. Prior police approval and mandatory searches are not legal preconditions for detention.

Question 7Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A visitor refuses to sign the register at a building entrance and becomes abusive. The most appropriate first response by the security officer is to:

  1. physically remove the visitor immediately
  2. confiscate the visitor's identity card
  3. call the police before speaking to the visitor
  4. calmly explain the requirement and seek voluntary cooperation Correct answer.

Explanation

Verbal de-escalation and clear explanation are the first and least intrusive steps in managing a refusal. Physical removal or confiscation without lawful authority risks liability. Police should be called when the situation escalates beyond the officer's control, not as a reflex before any communication.

Question 8Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which document must a security officer complete accurately after an incident because it may later be used as evidence in court?

  1. The incident report book entry Correct answer.
  2. The staff holiday roster
  3. The canteen purchase record
  4. The uniform issue form

Explanation

Incident report book entries create a contemporaneous record that may be produced as evidence. They must be factual, complete, and written promptly. Rosters and administrative forms have no evidential role in incident proceedings.

Question 9Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A fire alarm activates in a shopping mall where a security officer is on duty. The officer's priority should be to:

  1. assist in evacuating occupants and directing them to assembly areas Correct answer.
  2. investigate the alarm panel alone before any evacuation
  3. switch off the alarm to prevent panic
  4. continue normal patrol duties until the fire service arrives

Explanation

Life safety takes priority: occupants should be evacuated along designated routes to assembly points. Investigating alone or silencing alarms can delay evacuation and endanger lives. Normal patrol work is suspended during an evacuation.

Question 10Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which of the following is the correct description of a 'false alarm' in security operations?

  1. An alarm activation not caused by a genuine security incident Correct answer.
  2. An alarm deliberately disabled by an intruder
  3. An alarm sounded only during fire drills
  4. An alarm triggered by an actual intrusion

Explanation

A false alarm is an activation without a real security incident, such as equipment fault, environmental triggers, or human error. It must still be verified and recorded rather than ignored. Genuine intrusions and deliberate disabling are different categories of event.

Question 11Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

During a patrol, a security officer notices a strong smell of gas in a plant room. The officer should first:

  1. ignore it as plant rooms often smell of gas
  2. raise the alarm, avoid operating switches, and evacuate the area Correct answer.
  3. enter the room with a torch to locate the leak
  4. light a match to test whether gas is present

Explanation

Gas leaks create an explosion risk, so the area should be evacuated and the alarm raised without operating electrical switches or naked flames. Entering to investigate alone exposes the officer to asphyxiation and ignition risk. Only trained personnel should deal with the leak.

Question 12Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

The Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance affects security operations mainly by requiring officers to:

  1. publish all visitor records on a public notice board
  2. share guest lists freely with neighbouring businesses
  3. retain CCTV footage indefinitely for convenience
  4. collect only personal data necessary for the security purpose and keep it secure Correct answer.

Explanation

The Ordinance embodies data protection principles, including necessity, limited retention, and security of personal data. Visitor logs and CCTV footage are personal data and must be handled accordingly. Publishing or freely sharing such data would breach those principles.

Question 13Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

CCTV covering a building entrance records personal images. Which practice best complies with data protection requirements?

  1. Hiding cameras so the public is unaware
  2. Displaying a clear notice that CCTV is in operation Correct answer.
  3. Streaming footage to a public website
  4. Keeping recordings permanently with no access controls

Explanation

Data subjects should be informed that CCTV is in operation, normally by prominent signage. Footage must be securely stored, access-restricted, and retained only as long as necessary. Covert or public streaming of images would be disproportionate and unlawful.

Question 14Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A security officer sees a colleague accepting cash from a contractor in return for ignoring unauthorised works. The officer should:

  1. say nothing because it is a private matter
  2. demand a share of the money
  3. report the matter through the company's anti-corruption reporting channel Correct answer.
  4. post details of the colleague on social media

Explanation

Accepting an advantage for leniency is a corrupt practice under the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance. Suspected corruption should be reported to the employer or the ICAC. Demanding a share makes the officer complicit, and public shaming on social media is not a proper reporting channel.

Question 15Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which statement best describes the legal position when a security officer detains a suspected offender?

  1. The officer may search the person's home without consent
  2. The officer may impose a fine on the spot instead of calling police
  3. The officer must hand over the person to the police as soon as reasonably practicable Correct answer.
  4. The officer may hold the person for several days to complete an internal inquiry

Explanation

A person arrested by a private citizen should be delivered to the police without unreasonable delay. Security officers cannot conduct prolonged detention, impose penalties, or enter premises without lawful authority. Delay in handing over can itself become unlawful.

Question 16Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard restrains a suspect with handcuffs although the suspect is calm and compliant. This action is most likely to be judged as:

  1. required under the Security Personnel Permit terms
  2. reasonable because all detainees must be handcuffed
  3. acceptable if the guard records it afterwards
  4. disproportionate because less restrictive means would suffice Correct answer.

Explanation

Force and restraints must be proportionate to the risk presented. Applying handcuffs to a calm, compliant person is unnecessary and may amount to excessive force. Recording the action does not make a disproportionate measure lawful.

Question 17Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A security manager wants to deploy a guard at a premises for which the guard holds only a Type A permit. The guard's duties would rotate among three different buildings each week. Which is the correct analysis?

  1. The deployment is lawful because the buildings are owned by one company
  2. The deployment is unlawful unless the permit is varied to cover the additional premises Correct answer.
  3. The deployment is lawful if the guard signs a consent form
  4. The deployment is lawful because Type A permits cover all guarding duties

Explanation

A Type A permit is tied to a specified premises, so working across multiple buildings requires the appropriate permit type or a variation. Consent forms and common ownership do not alter the permit conditions. Deploying outside the permit scope breaches the licensing regime.

Question 18Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

During an evacuation, a tenant insists on returning to collect valuables. The security officer should:

  1. ignore the tenant and continue evacuating others
  2. firmly refuse and explain the life-safety risk Correct answer.
  3. allow the tenant to return if escorted by one guard
  4. physically block the tenant and lock the exit door

Explanation

Evacuation procedures prohibit re-entry until the area is declared safe, because lives outweigh property. A firm explanation respects the tenant while upholding safety. Escorting the tenant back or locking exits creates additional hazards.

Question 19Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Access control at a data centre should primarily aim to:

  1. ensure only authorised persons enter restricted areas Correct answer.
  2. replace the need for any security patrols
  3. maximise the number of visitors for public relations
  4. allow contractors to enter without records

Explanation

Access control ensures that only persons with proper authorisation reach restricted areas, protecting assets and information. Visitor records support accountability and audit. Access control complements, rather than replaces, patrols and other measures.

Question 20Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A visitor claims to have forgotten their access card and asks a guard to let them through a secure door. The best practice is to:

  1. open the door as a courtesy to avoid embarrassment
  2. lend the guard's own access card to the visitor
  3. verify identity and authorisation through the proper procedure Correct answer.
  4. ask the visitor to sign a blank paper and open the door

Explanation

Tailgating and courtesy entry bypass access controls and are common security failures. Identity and authorisation should be verified through the established process before entry. Lending a card transfers accountability and is prohibited.

Question 21Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a patrol route with random timing?

  1. To allow guards to finish shifts earlier
  2. To reduce predictability and deter potential intruders Correct answer.
  3. To guarantee that no incident will ever occur
  4. To avoid the need for written reports

Explanation

Randomised patrol timing reduces the ability of intruders to plan around fixed gaps in coverage. No patrol can guarantee that no incident occurs. Patrols do not shorten shifts and do not remove the duty to report.

Question 22Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard finds a suspicious unattended bag in a busy concourse. The correct sequence is to:

  1. open the bag to identify the owner
  2. isolate the area, alert control, and follow the bomb threat procedure Correct answer.
  3. place the bag in a crowded seating area
  4. carry the bag to the lost property office

Explanation

Unattended items must be treated as suspicious until proven otherwise: cordon the area, alert control and police, and follow the established procedure. Opening or moving the item risks detonation or destruction of evidence. Moving it into a crowd multiplies the danger.

Question 23Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is asked by a police officer to provide CCTV footage of an incident. The guard should:

  1. refuse all police requests as a matter of policy
  2. delete the footage to protect privacy
  3. release the footage directly to the officer on the spot
  4. refer the request to the company's designated data handling authority Correct answer.

Explanation

Requests for personal data, including CCTV, should be routed through the organisation's designated handler to ensure lawful basis and proper records. Deleting footage obstructs justice and breaches retention duties. Blanket refusal is also inappropriate where a lawful request exists.

Question 24Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which action best reflects the principle of 'need to know' in security work?

  1. Discussing incidents with friends to relieve stress
  2. Posting shift details on an open social media group
  3. Sharing incident details only with those who require them for their duties Correct answer.
  4. Circulating the full staff list to all visitors

Explanation

'Need to know' limits the disclosure of sensitive information to persons who require it to perform their duties. Casual discussion, social media posting, and public distribution of staff data all increase risk. Confidentiality supports both safety and data protection.

Question 25Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard working alone at night discovers a break-in in progress and the intruder is armed. The most defensible action is to:

  1. attempt to disarm the intruder
  2. block the only exit and wait inside
  3. withdraw to safety, observe from a distance, and call police Correct answer.
  4. confront the armed intruder to protect property

Explanation

Personal safety takes precedence over property, and unarmed guards should not confront armed intruders. Withdrawing, observing safely, and calling police preserves life and provides useful information. Blocking exits or attempting disarmament creates grave risk.

Question 26Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Under the Security and Guarding Services Ordinance, which body is responsible for issuing a Security Personnel Permit to an individual who wishes to work as a security guard in Hong Kong?

  1. The Security and Guarding Services Industry Authority Correct answer.
  2. The Companies Registry
  3. The Labour Department Employment Agency Division
  4. The Hong Kong Police Force Licensing Office

Explanation

The Security and Guarding Services Industry Authority (SGSIA) is the statutory body that determines applications and issues Security Personnel Permits, while the Police Licensing Office handles related licensing and enforcement matters. A candidate should know that the permit is issued by the Authority, not by an employment or company registry body.

Question 27Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A person applies for a Security Personnel Permit. Which of the following is a standard condition attached to a permit issued to an individual?

  1. The permit holder may only work for the single employer named on the permit
  2. The permit holder must carry the permit while on duty and produce it on demand Correct answer.
  3. The permit holder must renew the permit every three months
  4. The permit holder must reside at the premises where guarding is performed

Explanation

A permit holder is required to carry the Security Personnel Permit while performing security work and to produce it when required by an authorised officer. The permit is not tied to one named employer and does not require quarterly renewal or residence on site.

Question 28Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is employed to perform guarding work at a residential estate. Which type of Security Personnel Permit is required for this work?

  1. Type A permit
  2. Type B permit Correct answer.
  3. Type C permit
  4. Type D permit

Explanation

Type B permits cover guarding work at premises such as residential estates, while Type A permits cover single private premises of a specified kind. The permit type must match the nature of the premises where the guard is deployed.

Question 29Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard's Security Personnel Permit has expired but the guard continues to work night shifts. What is the correct description of this situation?

  1. The guard commits an offence by performing security work without a valid permit Correct answer.
  2. The guard may work only under direct supervision of a permit holder
  3. The guard may continue working provided the employer has applied for renewal
  4. The guard may work if the expired permit is kept on the premises

Explanation

Performing security work without a valid Security Personnel Permit is an offence, and a pending renewal application does not authorise continued work. Supervision by another permit holder or storage of the expired permit on site does not cure the lack of a valid permit.

Question 30Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which of the following best describes the role of a security guard in relation to the police?

  1. The guard may conduct body searches whenever a suspect consents verbally
  2. The guard has the same powers of arrest and search as a police officer
  3. The guard must obtain police authorisation before detaining any person
  4. The guard supports crime prevention and reports incidents, while police retain statutory powers Correct answer.

Explanation

Security guards perform a preventive and reporting role and may exercise limited common law powers such as citizen's arrest, but they do not hold police statutory powers of arrest and search. They are not required to obtain prior police authorisation before exercising a lawful citizen's arrest.

Question 31Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A security officer is completing an incident report after a fight broke out in a bar. Which entry is most appropriate for the report?

  1. At about 23:15 I saw male A strike male B once on the left cheek Correct answer.
  2. The usual troublemakers were at it again near the door
  3. The situation was handled and nothing important happened
  4. The two men were obviously drunk and started it

Explanation

Incident reports should record factual, observable detail such as time, persons and actions, avoiding opinion, labels and vague summaries. Precise, neutral description preserves evidential value if the report is later relied on.

Question 32Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard receives a telephone call from someone claiming to be a police officer who asks for the names and shift patterns of guards on duty. What is the most appropriate response?

  1. Provide the information immediately because police requests must always be obeyed
  2. Give only the names but withhold the shift patterns
  3. Refuse politely, verify the caller's identity through official channels, and refer the matter to a supervisor Correct answer.
  4. Ask the caller to call back after the shift ends

Explanation

Requests for operational information should be verified through official channels before any disclosure, and the matter should be escalated to a supervisor. Unverified telephone requests are a common social engineering tactic and should not be trusted.

Question 33Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard notices a colleague asleep at the lobby desk during a night shift. According to good practice, what should the guard do first?

  1. Ignore it because reporting a colleague damages team morale
  2. Cover the colleague's post personally without telling anyone
  3. Take a photograph and post it in the staff group chat
  4. Wake the colleague and report the matter through the proper supervisory channel Correct answer.

Explanation

Sleeping on duty creates a security gap, so the immediate step is to restore coverage and report the matter through the correct supervisory channel. Informal or public handling of the issue undermines both discipline and confidentiality.

Question 34Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard at a construction site entrance is told by a site manager to allow a lorry to leave without checking its load. What is the best course of action?

  1. Ask another guard to sign the log on the manager's behalf
  2. Check the load as required by site procedures and record the instruction if refused in writing Correct answer.
  3. Allow the lorry through but note the registration number afterwards
  4. Follow the instruction because the site manager is senior on site

Explanation

Site security procedures exist to prevent theft and unauthorised removal, and a verbal instruction from a manager does not override them. The guard should perform the check and document any pressure to bypass it.

Question 35Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which of the following is the main purpose of an access control system at a commercial building?

  1. To record the attendance of staff for payroll purposes
  2. To replace the need for any human security presence
  3. To reduce the electricity consumption of the building
  4. To ensure only authorised persons enter designated areas Correct answer.

Explanation

Access control exists to restrict entry to designated areas to persons who are authorised, thereby protecting people, property and information. Attendance, energy saving and staffing are separate concerns.

Question 36Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A resident reports that a stranger has been following her from the bus stop to the estate entrance for several evenings. What is the most appropriate action by the guard?

  1. Record the details, increase patrol presence at the entrance at that time, and advise her to call police if it recurs Correct answer.
  2. Ask the resident to provide the stranger's identity card number
  3. Tell her to change her route and take no further action
  4. Confront the stranger and warn him to stay away from the estate

Explanation

The guard should record the report, adjust patrol coverage to the relevant time and place, and encourage the resident to involve the police where a criminal offence may be involved. Guards should not take personal enforcement action against an unidentified person.

Question 37Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard discovers that a fire exit door in a warehouse has been chained shut by staff to prevent theft. What should the guard do?

  1. Record the chain in the logbook at the end of the shift
  2. Remove the obstruction and report the breach so that it is corrected and not repeated Correct answer.
  3. Add a second lock to make the door more secure
  4. Leave it because the chain prevents unauthorised entry

Explanation

A blocked or locked fire exit endangers occupants during an evacuation, so the obstruction must be removed and the breach reported for corrective action. Security measures must never compromise means of escape.

Question 38Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is asked by a journalist at the gate to confirm whether a well-known person is staying in the hotel. What is the correct response?

  1. Say the guest is out and will return later
  2. Confirm the guest's presence because the journalist already knows
  3. Provide the room number but not the guest's name
  4. Decline to confirm or deny any guest information and refer the enquiry to management Correct answer.

Explanation

Guest information is personal data, and confirming or denying a person's presence can itself disclose sensitive information. The guard should decline and route the enquiry to management.

Question 39Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is directed to control a crowd at a public event. Which approach best reflects accepted crowd management practice?

  1. Maintain clear communication, monitor crowd density, and keep escape routes open Correct answer.
  2. Position guards only at the stage and ignore the perimeter
  3. Use physical force early to establish authority over the crowd
  4. Close all exits so that the crowd cannot surge into other areas

Explanation

Effective crowd management relies on communication, monitoring density and pressure points, and preserving escape routes. Early force and closing exits increase the risk of crushing and panic.

Question 40Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard finds a wallet containing cash and an identity card in a corridor. What is the correct procedure?

  1. Record the find, secure the property, and hand it to the designated lost property custodian or police Correct answer.
  2. Keep the cash as a reward and return the card to the owner
  3. Leave the wallet where it is so the owner can find it
  4. Give the wallet to the nearest cleaner to deal with

Explanation

Found property must be recorded and handed to the designated custodian or police so that it can be returned to its owner and the chain of custody preserved. Taking or redistributing the contents is dishonest.

Question 41Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is patrolling a car park and sees a person trying door handles of parked cars. The person has not entered any vehicle. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Shout at the person from across the car park to frighten them away
  2. Observe from a safe distance, note the description, and alert the control room and police Correct answer.
  3. Ignore the behaviour because no offence has been completed
  4. Detain the person immediately using handcuffs

Explanation

Suspicious behaviour that has not yet crystallised into an offence is best handled by observation, description and prompt reporting to control and police. Physical detention requires lawful grounds and should not be used on mere suspicion.

Question 42Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a security officer keeping a notebook or duty log during a shift?

  1. To provide a contemporaneous record of events that can support later reports and proceedings Correct answer.
  2. To serve as a substitute for the permit card
  3. To replace the need to write a formal incident report
  4. To record personal opinions about colleagues and residents

Explanation

A duty log creates a contemporaneous record of events, times and actions that supports later reports and may be relied on in proceedings. It does not replace formal incident reports or the permit.

Question 43Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard working at a school is told by a student that another student has brought a knife to class. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Search the student's bag personally without consent
  2. Wait until the end of the school day to see if anything happens
  3. Report the information immediately to the school principal or designated staff and record it Correct answer.
  4. Tell other students so that they can avoid the person

Explanation

Information about a weapon on school premises must be escalated promptly to the school authority so that it can be handled safely and lawfully. A guard should not conduct a personal search without lawful authority.

Question 44Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is asked to escort a disruptive customer off private premises. The customer refuses to leave but is not violent. What is the correct approach?

  1. Lock the customer in a room until they calm down
  2. Clearly request that the customer leave, explain the premises are private, and call police if the refusal continues Correct answer.
  3. Use whatever force is necessary to remove the customer immediately
  4. Confiscate the customer's belongings until they agree to leave

Explanation

On private premises the guard acts on the occupier's authority, first by clearly requesting that the person leave and explaining the position, then involving police if the refusal continues. Force must be reasonable and is not the first resort.

Question 45Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard notices that a colleague has been writing down residents' vehicle registration numbers and giving them to an outside acquaintance. Which concern is most directly raised?

  1. Misuse of personal data obtained through the guard's employment Correct answer.
  2. Failure to maintain the patrol route schedule
  3. Poor customer service standards
  4. Inadequate fire safety training

Explanation

Vehicle registration numbers linked to residents are personal data, and passing them to an outsider is a misuse of data obtained through employment. The issue is data protection and integrity rather than service quality or patrol scheduling.

Question 46Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is first on the scene of a collapsed person in a shopping arcade. What is the correct priority order?

  1. Complete the incident report first, then attend to the person
  2. Move the person to a chair, then call for help
  3. Ensure scene safety, call for emergency assistance, and provide assistance within the guard's training Correct answer.
  4. Ask nearby shoppers to carry the person to the management office

Explanation

The priority is to ensure the scene is safe, summon emergency assistance promptly, and give aid only within the guard's level of training. Moving a collapsed person or delaying help can worsen the outcome.

Question 47Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard at a data centre is asked by a cleaner to open a secure server room so the cleaner can 'quickly wipe the floor'. What is the best practice?

  1. Refuse and tell the cleaner to skip the room permanently
  2. Open the door and supervise the cleaner inside
  3. Follow the escort and authorisation procedure, and record the entry in the access log Correct answer.
  4. Lend the cleaner a valid access card for the task

Explanation

Secure areas require proper authorisation and escort, with entry recorded in the access log so that the movement of people can be accounted for. Lending a card or informally opening the door defeats the control.

Question 48Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is on duty when a group of youths begins skateboarding in a private shopping mall atrium, ignoring requests to stop. Which action is most appropriate?

  1. Repeat the request clearly, warn of the consequences, and call police or the manager if the behaviour continues Correct answer.
  2. Turn off the lights in the atrium to make skating difficult
  3. Physically remove the skateboards from the youths without warning
  4. Do nothing because the youths are not committing a crime

Explanation

The guard should communicate clearly, warn of consequences and escalate to police or management if the behaviour persists on private premises. Physical seizure of property or environmental tricks are disproportionate and risky.

Question 49Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

A guard is asked to sign a daily patrol record for a route that was not actually walked because of heavy rain. What should the guard do?

  1. Record only the patrols actually completed and note the reason for any missed route Correct answer.
  2. Write the record as complete to avoid a disciplinary query
  3. Sign the record because the rain was outside the guard's control
  4. Sign the record and ask a colleague to walk the route later without noting it

Explanation

Patrol records must reflect what actually occurred, so only completed patrols should be recorded and any missed route explained. Signing for work not done is a false record that undermines the integrity of the security system.

Question 50Security Personnel Permit examination content (not enumerated in official source)

Which statement best explains why a guard should avoid making promises such as 'I guarantee the thief will be caught' to a victim of theft?

  1. Promises are prohibited by the Security and Guarding Services Ordinance
  2. Such promises may create expectations the guard cannot control and damage the investigation Correct answer.
  3. Guards are not permitted to speak to victims of crime
  4. Victims are not entitled to any information about the investigation

Explanation

A guard cannot control the outcome of an investigation, so guarantees create false expectations and may harm the relationship with the victim and the case. The guard should explain what has been done and what will happen next without promising results.