Israel Armed Guard Firearm Theory: Reporting, Documentation, and Post-Incident Procedures

This domain tests what happens after the trigger is pressed or the weapon goes off unintentionally. The exam expects a fixed sequence and a discipline about written records that many candidates underestimate.

The immediate sequence

1. Make the weapon safe and secure it as the procedure requires.
2. Give first aid and call for medical assistance - this always comes before paperwork.
3. Call the police (100) and report a discharge; notify the security officer and the control room.
4. Preserve the scene: do not move items, do not clean anything, do not repair damage.
5. Identify witnesses and note names and contact details.
6. Give a factual statement to the police; do not volunteer opinions or conclusions.
7. Complete the internal incident report promptly, describing times, positions, actions and words, not impressions.

Worked example

At 02:00 a guard, alone, has an accidental discharge into a warehouse floor. Nobody is hurt, so he sweeps up the casing, fills the hole and says nothing. Reasoning: a discharge with no injury is still a reportable discharge. Destroying the casing and repairing the mark converts an accident into concealment and destroys the evidence that would have supported his account. The correct path is to secure the weapon, report to police and the security officer, and leave the scene untouched.

Traps that cost marks

• Believing "no injury, no report".
• Cleaning or function-testing the weapon before it is examined.
• Writing conclusions ("he was acting suspiciously") instead of observations ("he ran from the east door").
• Discussing the event with media or on social media before giving a statement.