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Question 1Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

In the private security industry, what does the term 'unarmed guard' mean?

  1. A guard who works only during daylight hours
  2. A guard who supervises other security staff
  3. A guard who is permitted to carry a licensed firearm on duty
  4. A guard who performs duties without carrying any firearm or weapon Correct answer.

Explanation

An unarmed guard is deployed without any firearm or weapon and relies on observation, presence, communication and reporting instead of force. The category is defined by the absence of arms, not by shift timing or supervisory rank.

Question 2Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of private security services?

  1. To replace the police in investigating criminal cases
  2. To punish offenders after a crime has been committed
  3. To protect people, property and information for a client Correct answer.
  4. To collect evidence for use in court trials

Explanation

Private security exists to protect persons, property and information on behalf of a paying client through prevention and deterrence. Investigation of crimes and punishment of offenders remain functions of the state police and courts.

Question 3Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

A factory hires an unarmed guard for its main gate. Which duty falls within the normal role of this guard?

  1. Prosecuting a trespasser in court on behalf of the factory
  2. Arresting a visitor suspected of theft and holding him in a cell
  3. Checking visitor identity and recording entries in the gate register Correct answer.
  4. Interrogating employees about a missing consignment

Explanation

Access control through identity checks and register entries is a core preventive duty of an unarmed gate guard. Arrest, detention, interrogation and prosecution are legal powers that private guards do not hold.

Question 4Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Why is a security guard's uniform and visible presence considered useful in deterrence?

  1. It signals that the premises are watched and monitored Correct answer.
  2. It allows the guard to enter any private property freely
  3. It gives the guard legal authority to use force at will
  4. It exempts the guard from following the client's instructions

Explanation

A visible, identifiable guard signals to potential offenders that the site is watched, which discourages attempts. The uniform is a psychological deterrent and identification aid; it grants no extra legal powers.

Question 5Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Which document normally sets out the specific duties, patrol routes and reporting requirements for a guard at a particular site?

  1. The post orders issued for that site Correct answer.
  2. The guard's school leaving certificate
  3. The company's annual balance sheet
  4. The national census report

Explanation

Post orders are the site-specific written instructions that tell a guard what to do, where to patrol and how to report. They translate general company policy into concrete duties for a particular deployment.

Question 6Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

What is the meaning of 'chain of command' in a private security agency?

  1. The line of authority from guard to supervisor to manager Correct answer.
  2. The list of weapons stored in the armoury
  3. The order in which alarms are installed at a site
  4. The sequence in which visitors are allowed to enter a building

Explanation

Chain of command is the formal line of authority and reporting that runs from the guard upward through supervisors to management. It clarifies whom a guard must obey and to whom incidents are reported.

Question 7Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

During a night shift, an unarmed guard notices a broken window at a store he is guarding. What is the most appropriate first action?

  1. Enter the building alone to search for intruders
  2. Secure the area, inform the supervisor and police as per procedure Correct answer.
  3. Leave the site to buy tools to repair the window
  4. Wait until the morning shift arrives to report it

Explanation

The guard should prevent further risk, follow post orders by alerting the supervisor and police, and record the incident. An unarmed guard avoids entering a possibly occupied building alone or abandoning the post.

Question 8Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Which of the following is a correct example of the 'observe and report' principle for an unarmed guard?

  1. Physically restraining a suspected thief until police arrive
  2. Questioning a customer aggressively about his bag
  3. Noting unusual activity and informing the control room accurately Correct answer.
  4. Switching off CCTV cameras to save electricity

Explanation

Observe and report means the guard watches carefully and passes accurate information to the control room or supervisor. The guard's value lies in timely, factual reporting rather than physical intervention or tampering with equipment.

Question 9Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

A visitor at a residential society refuses to show identity and demands entry. How should the unarmed guard handle the situation?

  1. Use physical force to push the visitor out
  2. Seize the visitor's belongings as security
  3. Allow entry to avoid an argument with the visitor
  4. Politely explain the rule and deny entry without identity proof Correct answer.

Explanation

The guard should apply the access rule firmly but courteously and refuse entry when identity cannot be verified. Courtesy reduces conflict, while force or seizure of property would be unlawful and disproportionate.

Question 10Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Why should a security guard maintain a daily occurrence book or duty register?

  1. To create a permanent written record of events during the shift Correct answer.
  2. To replace the need for any verbal handover
  3. To serve as a legal licence for carrying a weapon
  4. To record only the guard's personal expenses

Explanation

The occurrence book provides a chronological written record of events, visitors and incidents that supports investigation and accountability. It complements, rather than replaces, the verbal handover and has nothing to do with licensing weapons.

Question 11Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

What is the main difference between the role of the police and that of a private security guard?

  1. Private guards may investigate crimes, while the police may not
  2. Private guards have wider arrest powers than the police
  3. The police act under statutory public authority, while guards act under a private contract Correct answer.
  4. The police protect only government buildings, while guards protect homes

Explanation

The police derive authority from statute and serve the public, whereas private guards derive their role from a contract with a client and serve that client's lawful interests. Guards have narrower powers than the police.

Question 12Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

An unarmed guard is asked by his supervisor to help carry heavy furniture during a shift. How should the guard respond?

  1. Abandon the gate and carry furniture for the whole shift
  2. Refuse rudely and walk away from the supervisor
  3. Ignore the instruction and continue sleeping at the post
  4. Perform the task only if it does not compromise security duties and is authorised Correct answer.

Explanation

A guard may assist with reasonable tasks only when they do not weaken security coverage and are properly authorised. The priority is that the post remains protected at all times.

Question 13Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Which quality is most important for an unarmed guard who must defuse a heated argument between two visitors?

  1. Skill in writing legal contracts
  2. Ability to threaten the parties with arrest
  3. Physical strength to overpower both parties
  4. Calm communication and self-control Correct answer.

Explanation

Defusing conflict requires calm, respectful communication and self-control rather than force. An unarmed guard who stays composed can separate the parties and call for help if needed.

Question 14Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

A guard notices the same unknown car parked near the boundary wall for three consecutive nights. What does good security practice require?

  1. Break the car window to check inside
  2. Confront the owner aggressively the next morning
  3. Ignore it because no crime has yet occurred
  4. Note the vehicle details and report the pattern to the supervisor Correct answer.

Explanation

Repeated unexplained presence is a warning sign, so the guard should record details such as number plate and timing and report the pattern. Early reporting allows the supervisor to plan preventive action.

Question 15Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

What does 'confidentiality' require of a private security guard?

  1. Keeping client and site information private except on a need-to-know basis Correct answer.
  2. Disclosing site details to anyone who asks politely
  3. Publishing incident reports on social media
  4. Sharing client information freely with friends for entertainment

Explanation

Confidentiality means a guard does not reveal client information, layouts or incidents except to authorised persons who need it. Leaking such information can endanger the site and breach the contract.

Question 16Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

An unarmed guard finds a small fire in a store room. Which sequence best reflects correct procedure?

  1. Lock the store room and continue the patrol
  2. Raise the alarm, inform the control room, attempt safe containment if trained, and help evacuate Correct answer.
  3. Run away silently without informing anyone
  4. Throw water on an electrical fire before raising the alarm

Explanation

The correct order is to alert others, inform the control room, attempt containment only if trained and safe, and assist evacuation. Life safety and prompt communication come before property protection.

Question 17Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

A client instructs an unarmed guard to detain a suspected shoplifter in a locked room until he confesses. Why is this instruction improper?

  1. Because guards may detain suspects only during night shifts
  2. Because only the shop owner may question suspects
  3. Because shoplifting is not an offence under any law
  4. Because private guards lack lawful authority to confine a person, and detention requires police involvement Correct answer.

Explanation

Private guards do not have general powers to arrest, confine or interrogate; such actions can amount to illegal confinement. The proper course is to inform the police and follow lawful procedure while observing and reporting.

Question 18Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

A security agency deploys an unarmed guard at a hospital gate. Which combination of duties best reflects a preventive security approach?

  1. Recovery of bad debts from defaulting patients
  2. Medical diagnosis of patients and prescription of medicines
  3. Filing of hospital tax returns
  4. Access control, patrol of vulnerable areas, incident reporting and emergency assistance Correct answer.

Explanation

Preventive security at a hospital covers controlling entry, patrolling sensitive areas, reporting incidents and assisting in emergencies. Clinical, financial and taxation work belongs to other professionals, not the guard.

Question 19Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

Why is it said that an unarmed guard's greatest asset is situational awareness rather than physical strength?

  1. Because awareness legally authorises the guard to arrest offenders
  2. Because strong guards are not permitted to work in private security
  3. Because awareness allows early detection and prevention before loss occurs Correct answer.
  4. Because physical strength is required only for armed guards

Explanation

Situational awareness lets a guard notice anomalies early and take preventive steps such as reporting or requesting support before any loss happens. Physical strength alone reacts after the event and cannot substitute for timely detection.

Question 20Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Role of an Unarmed Guard

A guard on duty sees two colleagues arguing over a shift swap and one of them threatening violence. What is the most professional response?

  1. Ignore the matter because it is a personal dispute
  2. Record the argument on his phone and share it with other staff
  3. Join the argument and support the colleague he knows better
  4. Report the matter to the supervisor and separate the two calmly until help arrives Correct answer.

Explanation

Workplace conflict that threatens violence must be reported up the chain of command and defused calmly to protect discipline and safety. Taking sides, filming for circulation or ignoring the matter all worsen the situation.

Question 21Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

An unarmed security guard on night duty at a PSEB store notices a fire near an electrical panel. What is the guard's first priority according to standard unarmed guard conduct?

  1. Raise the alarm and inform the control room while keeping people away from danger Correct answer.
  2. Try to repair the electrical panel personally
  3. Leave the post immediately without informing anyone
  4. Continue the patrol and report the fire at the end of the shift

Explanation

An unarmed guard has no firefighting equipment duty beyond basic response, so the correct conduct is to raise the alarm, alert the control room, and protect people by keeping them away from the hazard. Personal repair of electrical fittings is outside the guard's role and is dangerous. Abandoning the post or delaying the report endangers lives and property.

Question 22Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which of the following best describes the primary duty of an unarmed security guard posted at a PSEB office gate?

  1. Arrest and prosecution of offenders
  2. Investigation and interrogation of suspected employees
  3. Access control and observation of persons and vehicles entering the premises Correct answer.
  4. Maintenance of office furniture and equipment

Explanation

The core duty of an unarmed guard is preventive: controlling entry, checking identity and passes, and observing people and vehicles. Investigation, interrogation, and prosecution are functions of police or authorized management, not of the guard. Maintenance work is unrelated to security duty.

Question 23Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

A visitor arrives at a PSEB office and says he has an urgent meeting with an officer. What is the correct action for the unarmed guard at the gate?

  1. Allow him inside immediately because he claims urgency
  2. Take his personal bag into custody until he leaves
  3. Verify his identity and confirm the appointment before issuing a visitor pass Correct answer.
  4. Refuse entry without giving any reason

Explanation

The guard must verify identity and confirm that the visitor is actually expected before allowing entry, and record the visit through a visitor pass or register. Claimed urgency alone does not override access control. Refusing without explanation is discourteous, and taking personal belongings into custody without authority is improper.

Question 24Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

During a patrol, an unarmed guard sees two employees arguing loudly and one raises a hand aggressively. What is the most appropriate conduct?

  1. Ignore the incident as it is a personal matter
  2. Join the argument to support the weaker person
  3. Observe calmly, defuse verbally if safe, and inform the supervisor Correct answer.
  4. Intervene physically and separate them by force

Explanation

An unarmed guard should stay calm, observe, and use polite verbal persuasion to reduce tension while immediately informing the supervisor or control room. Physical force is avoided because the guard is unarmed and untrained for such intervention. Ignoring the incident or taking sides could worsen the situation.

Question 25Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

What does the term 'chain of custody' mean for an unarmed guard who finds a suspicious package during a patrol?

  1. Discarding the package at a safe distance
  2. Handing the package to any passer-by for safekeeping
  3. Recording who found, handled, and secured the item until it is handed to the authorized person Correct answer.
  4. Opening the package to identify the contents

Explanation

Chain of custody means keeping a written record of every person who handled the item and when, so that its integrity is preserved. The guard must secure the item, inform the supervisor, and hand it over with proper documentation. Opening or discarding it destroys evidence and may be dangerous.

Question 26Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

An unarmed guard is asked by a senior officer to leave the gate unattended for an hour to run a personal errand. What should the guard do?

  1. Leave only if another guard is informed verbally
  2. Politely explain that the post cannot be left unmanned and report the matter to the supervisor Correct answer.
  3. Obey immediately because a senior gave the order
  4. Lock the gate and go without telling anyone

Explanation

A guard must not abandon a security post, because an unmanned gate creates a serious security gap. The correct conduct is to politely refuse, explain the rule, and report the request to the appropriate supervisor. Verbal information to a colleague does not replace proper relief.

Question 27Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which record is the most important daily document an unarmed guard must maintain at a PSEB installation?

  1. The duty register or log book recording entries, exits, and incidents Correct answer.
  2. A list of canteen expenses
  3. A personal diary of the guard's family events
  4. A copy of the guard's school certificates

Explanation

The duty register or log book is the primary record of the guard's shift, capturing visitor entries, vehicle movements, and incidents. It provides continuity between shifts and evidence if a question arises later. Personal diaries, expenses, and certificates have no role in security documentation.

Question 28Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

A guard sees a person climbing the boundary wall at night. Which action best follows the principle of observe-and-report?

  1. Shout at the person and then continue the patrol
  2. Chase the person alone into the dark without informing anyone
  3. Note the person's description, direction, and time, and alert the control room immediately Correct answer.
  4. Wait to see whether the person enters before reporting

Explanation

The observe-and-report principle requires the guard to gather accurate details such as description, direction, and time, and to alert the control room at once. Chasing an intruder alone is dangerous for an unarmed guard. Delaying the report gives the intruder time to escape or cause harm.

Question 29Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

What is the correct meaning of 'need-to-know' in the context of an unarmed guard's handling of information?

  1. Publish duty rosters on a public notice board
  2. Keep every piece of information secret from the supervisor
  3. Share all security details with any curious visitor
  4. Disclose information only to persons who require it for their official duty Correct answer.

Explanation

Need-to-know means information is shared only with those who require it to perform their official duties. This protects sensitive security details from misuse. Sharing with curious visitors or publishing rosters publicly breaches confidentiality, while withholding information from the supervisor is also wrong.

Question 30Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

An unarmed guard at a PSEB store is offered a gift by a contractor who regularly delivers material. What is the proper response?

  1. Accept the gift as a friendly gesture and say nothing
  2. Politely decline and report the offer to the supervisor Correct answer.
  3. Accept it but report it a month later
  4. Ask for a larger gift in exchange for faster entry

Explanation

Accepting gifts from contractors creates a conflict of interest and can be used to obtain improper favors such as unchecked entry. The guard should politely decline and inform the supervisor so the matter is on record. Demanding a larger gift is outright corruption.

Question 31Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which of these is the correct way for an unarmed guard to greet and question a visitor at a PSEB office entrance?

  1. Grab the visitor's bag before speaking
  2. Stay seated and wave the visitor inside
  3. Stand alert, greet politely, state the purpose of the check, and request identity Correct answer.
  4. Order the visitor to stand outside without explanation

Explanation

Good gate conduct requires an alert posture, a courteous greeting, a clear explanation of the checking procedure, and a polite request for identity. This gains cooperation and reflects well on the organization. Grabbing belongings, unexplained orders, or casual waving all undermine security and courtesy.

Question 32Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

A fire alarm sounds in a PSEB building where the guard is posted. What sequence of action is most appropriate?

  1. Guide people to the marked exits, keep routes clear, and inform the control room Correct answer.
  2. Switch off the alarm because it may be a false alarm
  3. Use the lift to check each floor for the fire source
  4. Lock all exit doors to prevent theft during the confusion

Explanation

On hearing a fire alarm, the guard should help evacuate people through marked exits, keep escape routes clear, and inform the control room or fire service. Lifts must not be used during a fire. Locking exits traps people, and silencing the alarm without verification is dangerous.

Question 33Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

What does 'cordon control' mean when an unarmed guard is assisting at an incident scene?

  1. Arresting the person responsible for the incident
  2. Keeping onlookers and unauthorized persons away from a defined area Correct answer.
  3. Guarding the personal belongings of the guard
  4. Preparing a written report of the incident

Explanation

Cordon control means establishing and maintaining a boundary so that unauthorized persons cannot enter or disturb an incident scene. This preserves safety and evidence until police or senior officials arrive. Report writing and arrest are separate functions not covered by the term.

Question 34Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

An unarmed guard notices that a colleague on the same shift is sleeping at the post. What is the most professional course of action?

  1. Sleep as well to keep the colleague company
  2. Wake him quietly and report the lapse to the supervisor at the end of the shift Correct answer.
  3. Ignore it because it is not the guard's own duty
  4. Take a photograph and post it on social media

Explanation

Sleeping on duty is a serious lapse, but the guard should first restore alertness by waking the colleague and then report the matter through the proper channel. Public shaming on social media is unprofessional and may breach discipline. Joining in the lapse doubles the risk to the post.

Question 35Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which action by an unarmed guard best demonstrates the duty of 'protection of property' at a PSEB store?

  1. Reading the newspaper at the gate
  2. Sitting inside the store room to stay warm
  3. Allowing material to leave without checking the gate pass
  4. Checking seals, locks, and store condition during every patrol round Correct answer.

Explanation

Protection of property requires active checking of locks, seals, and the physical condition of the store during patrol rounds, and matching outgoing material with a valid gate pass. Passive sitting or reading at the gate reduces vigilance. Unchecked removal of material defeats the whole purpose of guarding.

Question 36Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

A guard is asked to hand over the shift to the relieving guard. Which practice ensures proper shift handover?

  1. Leave silently when the relieving guard arrives
  2. Hand over the keys without any written entry
  3. Ask the relieving guard to sign a blank register
  4. Brief the relieving guard on pending matters and complete the log entries before leaving Correct answer.

Explanation

A proper handover includes a verbal briefing on pending matters, visitors expected, and incidents, along with completed log entries signed by both guards. This maintains continuity and accountability. Silent departure, unwritten key transfer, or signing a blank register all break the record chain.

Question 37Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

What is the correct conduct for an unarmed guard who is asked by police to help identify a person who entered the premises earlier?

  1. Invent details to appear helpful
  2. Provide factual observations from the log and memory without adding guesses Correct answer.
  3. Hand over the original log book permanently to the police
  4. Refuse to speak to the police under any circumstances

Explanation

The guard should cooperate with police by giving factual observations drawn from the log and personal memory. Guesses or invented details can mislead the investigation. The original log book is an official record and should be shared through the proper channel, not handed over permanently.

Question 38Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which of the following behaviours is most consistent with a professional appearance for an unarmed guard on duty?

  1. Wearing casual clothes with the identity card in a pocket
  2. Wearing the uniform with the shirt untucked
  3. Wearing a clean uniform with visible identity card and polished shoes Correct answer.
  4. Wearing slippers and a cap with torn edges

Explanation

A professional guard wears a clean, properly fitted uniform, displays the identity card visibly, and keeps footwear polished. This builds confidence and authority at the gate. Casual dress, untucked shirts, or torn caps and slippers present a careless image and reduce deterrence.

Question 39Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

A guard receives a phone call at the control desk from an unknown person claiming to be a senior officer and asking for the duty roster. What should the guard do?

  1. Read out the roster because the caller says he is senior
  2. Share only the names but not the timings
  3. Refuse politely, note the caller's details, and verify through the supervisor Correct answer.
  4. Argue with the caller and disconnect abruptly

Explanation

Security information such as duty rosters should be shared only after the caller's identity and authority are verified through the supervisor. Reading it out or partially disclosing it breaches confidentiality. Polite refusal with proper verification protects the information without being rude.

Question 40Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which of these is the correct use of a visitor register by an unarmed guard?

  1. Allowing visitors to sign their own entries without verification
  2. Recording name, purpose, time in and out, and signature of the visitor Correct answer.
  3. Keeping the register in a drawer and filling it monthly
  4. Writing entries after the shift from memory

Explanation

A visitor register should record the visitor's name, purpose of visit, time in and out, and signature, verified by the guard at the time of entry. Filling it later from memory or monthly makes the record unreliable. Unverified self-signing allows false entries.

Question 41Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

An unarmed guard notices a small leak from a water pipe near the PSEB store room. What is the appropriate response?

  1. Ignore it because plumbing is not a security duty
  2. Try to weld the pipe personally
  3. Report it promptly to the maintenance and supervisor while keeping the area safe Correct answer.
  4. Cover the leak with paper and continue the patrol

Explanation

Although plumbing is not a security duty, the guard is responsible for reporting hazards noticed during patrol so that property is protected from damage. The correct response is prompt reporting and keeping the area safe. Personal repair is unsafe, and ignoring or covering the leak allows damage to grow.

Question 42Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

What is the correct understanding of 'trespass' for an unarmed guard dealing with an unauthorized person on PSEB premises?

  1. The guard should ask the person to leave, note details, and inform the supervisor or police Correct answer.
  2. The guard should lock the person in a room
  3. The guard should ignore the person if he leaves quickly
  4. The guard may punish the trespasser physically

Explanation

Trespass means unauthorized entry onto the premises. The guard's role is to ask the person to leave, record identifying details, and inform the supervisor or police. Physical punishment or confinement is unlawful, and ignoring the matter allows a security breach to pass unreported.

Question 43Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

Which of these actions best shows that an unarmed guard is following the principle of 'least force'?

  1. Blocking a doorway with the body and speaking calmly to stop entry Correct answer.
  2. Shouting abuses at a person refusing to show identity
  3. Pushing a visitor down the steps
  4. Using a stick to hit an arguing visitor

Explanation

Least force means achieving the security objective with the minimum intervention necessary. Standing in the way and speaking calmly stops unauthorized entry without harm. Hitting, abusing, or pushing a person escalates the situation and can lead to legal action against the guard.

Question 44Duties, Responsibilities and Conduct of an Unarmed Security Guard

A guard on patrol smells burning rubber near a store room and sees faint smoke under the door. What is the best immediate action?

  1. Spray water under the door without informing anyone
  2. Open the door wide to look inside and let the smoke out
  3. Continue the patrol and check again after an hour
  4. Raise the alarm, inform the control room, and avoid opening the door until help arrives Correct answer.

Explanation

Smoke under a closed door suggests a fire inside, and opening the door can feed oxygen and cause a flashover. The guard should raise the alarm, inform the control room, and wait for trained help while keeping people away. Continuing the patrol or acting alone without informing anyone delays the emergency response.

Question 45Physical Fitness, Drill, Turnout and Guard Mounting

In PSEB NSQF unarmed guard training, which command tells a guard to bring the heels together and keep the body erect and motionless?

  1. Tez chal (quick march)
  2. Vishram (stand at ease)
  3. Savdhan (attention) Correct answer.
  4. Line tor (fall out)

Explanation

Savdhan is the position of attention in which heels are kept together, toes slightly apart, body erect, arms hanging by the sides and the guard remains silent and motionless. It is the base position from which every other drill movement begins and to which the squad returns. Vishram and Tez chal are different commands with different body positions or movement.

Question 46Physical Fitness, Drill, Turnout and Guard Mounting

A guard on night duty is found leaning against a wall with his uniform collar open. Which pair of turnout faults has he committed?

  1. Late reporting and wrong salutation
  2. Improper bearing and incorrect dress Correct answer.
  3. Wrong footing and lost weapon
  4. Loud speech and slow marching

Explanation

Turnout covers both the condition of the uniform and the way the guard carries himself. Leaning shows poor bearing, while the open collar is a dress fault, so both are turnout defects that a supervisor would record and correct. The other options describe drill or duty errors unrelated to posture and clothing.

Question 47Physical Fitness, Drill, Turnout and Guard Mounting

What is the main purpose of physical training in the unarmed guard course?

  1. To qualify the guard for weapon handling
  2. To shorten the guard mounting ceremony
  3. To replace drill practice on the parade ground
  4. To build the stamina and alertness needed for long duty hours Correct answer.

Explanation

Physical training develops endurance, strength, agility and mental alertness so a guard can stay effective through long, tiring shifts and respond quickly to incidents. It supports duty performance rather than replacing drill or weapons training. Guard mounting timings are fixed by parade procedure, not by fitness levels.

Question 48Physical Fitness, Drill, Turnout and Guard Mounting

During guard mounting, what does the orderly sergeant do before handing over the post?

  1. Inspects the relief guard's turnout and verifies the sentry's report Correct answer.
  2. Repairs the perimeter fence
  3. Issues identity cards to visitors
  4. Cooks the meals for the incoming shift

Explanation

Guard mounting is the ceremony in which the new guard is inspected, briefed and handed over the post. The orderly sergeant checks turnout, weapons where applicable, and confirms the sentry's report before the relief takes over. Cooking, fence repair and visitor passes are unrelated duties.

Question 49Physical Fitness, Drill, Turnout and Guard Mounting

A guard is ordered to move from savdhan directly to vishram. What should happen to his feet and hands?

  1. Feet remain together and hands are clasped in front
  2. Both feet stay together and arms are folded across the chest
  3. Right foot steps forward and hands are raised to the cap
  4. Left foot moves about twelve inches to the left and hands go behind the back Correct answer.

Explanation

The command vishram is executed by carrying the left foot about twelve inches to the left while the hands are placed behind the back, the body remaining steady. This gives a relaxed but still disciplined stance. Keeping the feet together or stepping forward belongs to other movements and would be a drill error.

Question 50Physical Fitness, Drill, Turnout and Guard Mounting

While marching a guard feels faint because he skipped breakfast before a long shift. What is the most professional response according to fitness and duty discipline?

  1. Report to the shift supervisor and request relief before continuing Correct answer.
  2. Leave the post quietly to buy food from the canteen
  3. Continue marching and ignore the symptoms until the shift ends
  4. Sit down on the post and rest without informing anyone

Explanation

A guard who feels unwell must inform the supervisor so that relief or medical help can be arranged without leaving the post unprotected. Self-medicating or abandoning the post creates a security gap. Ignoring symptoms risks collapse on duty and endangers both the guard and the assignment.