South Carolina Security Guard Practice Exam

While working as a Security Guard you are responding to an emergency scene on the property. What is your best course of action?

1. Identify witnesses and ask them what they saw

2. Call your supervisor and enter the scene to offer assistance

3. Take notes and return to the office to submit a report

4. Stop and evaluate the scene is safe before approaching

The correct answer is: Stop and evaluate the scene is safe before approaching

The correct answer is "Stop and evaluate the scene is safe before approaching," and this is because a security guard's first responsibility on the scene of an emergency is to ensure their own safety. If a guard does not assess the scene first and rushes in, they may inadvertently put themselves in danger or exacerbate the situation. Even in circumstances where someone is injured or a crime has occurred, the guard cannot help if they themselves become a victim. Therefore, it is crucial that the security guard ensures the scene is safe before taking any further action, such as assisting casualties, identifying witnesses, or documenting the scene. This is in accordance with the primary rule of first responders: "Don't add to the number of victims."