NY Security Guard flashcards

32 cards. Read the term and the definition here. The deck at the top of this page is optional.

Roving patrol

A continuous walking or driving route covering multiple checkpoints in sequence. It provides broad coverage and is documented by checkpoint records showing time and location.

Random patrol timing

Varying the times and routes of patrol rounds so patterns cannot be predicted. Irregular timing deters intruders who watch for predictable gaps in coverage.

CCTV blind spot

An area not covered by camera view, such as stairwells, loading docks, or corners. Blind spots must be covered by physical patrol and documented in post orders.

Perimeter check

A systematic inspection of doors, windows, gates, fences, and lighting to confirm each is secure. Results are recorded as secure, damaged, or unsecured.

Suspicious activity

Behavior unusual for the time, place, or setting. It warrants observation and documentation, but not confrontation, unless an immediate threat exists.

Patrol clock

A device or system that records the time at each checkpoint during a round. Gaps or out-of-sequence entries reveal missed coverage.

Three access factors

Something you have (badge or key), something you know (PIN or code), and something you are (biometric). Combining factors increases identity assurance.

Tailgating

An unauthorized person following an authorized person through a controlled door without presenting a credential. Prevention requires one person per credential swipe.

Visitor sign-in

Recording a visitor's name, identification, host, purpose, and time in. It enables accountability and evacuation headcounts.

Least privilege

Granting only the access level needed for a person's stated purpose. It limits exposure if a credential is lost, stolen, or misused.

Credential challenge

Calmly approaching someone to verify identity and authorization. State your role, request identification, and escalate to a supervisor if verification fails.

Escorted visitor

A visitor who must remain with an authorized host at all times. Unescorted access requires documented authorization under site policy.

Life-safety priority

The order of concern in an emergency: personal safety first, then protection of others, then property, then documentation.

Evacuation assembly point

A designated outdoor location where occupants gather after evacuation so a headcount can be taken and missing persons reported.

Shelter-in-place

A response to hazardous material release or severe weather. Occupants stay indoors, close windows and doors, and await the all-clear.

Lockdown

A response to a violent threat inside or near the site. Access points are secured and no one enters or leaves until law enforcement clears the scene.

Emergency notification chain

The sequence for reporting an emergency: call 911 first, then notify the site supervisor and building management per post orders.

Fire response rule

Do not use elevators, stay low under smoke, feel doors before opening, and use stairs to reach the assembly area.

Incident report elements

Who, what, when, where, why or how, actions taken, witnesses, and disposition. Each element must be complete for the report to be useful.

Objective report language

Writing that records observable facts rather than conclusions. 'Slurred speech and unsteady gait' is objective; 'was drunk' is a conclusion.

Report addendum

A dated, initialed addition used to correct or supplement a report. Original entries are never altered or destroyed.

Verbatim quotation

Recording a person's exact words in quotation marks rather than paraphrasing. It preserves key statements accurately for investigators.

Chronological narrative

A report written in first person, past tense, in the order events occurred. It helps readers follow the sequence without confusion.

Report confidentiality

The rule that incident reports are released only to authorized parties under policy and law. Unauthorized disclosure may create liability.

De-escalation steps

Lower your voice, keep a safe distance, listen without interrupting, acknowledge the concern, and offer a concrete option.

Accessibility assistance

Offering help to a person with a disability and waiting for acceptance. Never grab a wheelchair, cane, or service animal without permission.

Lost-person protocol

Obtain a description, last known location, and time; notify the supervisor and other posts; avoid an uncoordinated solo search.

Medical emergency limit

Call 911 and do not move an injured person unless there is immediate danger. Security staff do not give medical advice.

Clear directions

Guidance using landmarks, distances, and left or right turns rather than pointing or vague references. It reduces confusion for visitors.

Retail shrink areas

Locations with high theft risk, such as fitting rooms, exits, and high-value displays. Visible presence deters theft there.

Construction site security

Verifying after-hours access and checking fencing, lighting, and stored materials. All vehicle entries and exits are logged.

Post orders

Written site-specific instructions that override general habits. They define duties, patrol routes, access rules, and emergency contacts for that location.