If BSIS contacts a PPO to ask the PPO about insurance coverage, what types of insurance might BSIS ask about?

If BSIS contacts a PPO to ask the PPO about insurance coverage, what types of insurance might BSIS ask about?

Answer: Liability ($1,000,000) and Workers Compensation

If a PPO discover that his/her file of an employee is lost, within how many days must the PPO contact BSIS?

If a PPO discover that his/her file of an employee is lost, within how many days must the PPO contact BSIS?

Answer: 7 days

Which is a more important document when hiring a new guard: his/her current driver's license, or his social security card?

Which is a more important document when hiring a new guard: his/her current driver's license, or his social security card?

Answer: The driver license. It has a photo, and it is easier to verify

If a person can only speak Spanish, can he/she obtain a guard card?

If a person can only speak Spanish, can he/she obtain a guard card?

Answer: YES. A guard-card applicant must be able to pass the required training and testing, usually only available in English. Some facilities have Spanish classes and testing; some allow a student to use a translator

Why should a PPO have a 'critical incident plan' for each job site location?

Why should a PPO have a 'critical incident plan' for each job site location?

Answer: Because preparation is the 'first line of defense' for emergencies, having guidelines in place for handling all types of emergencies is proper

Lost firearms of a PPO or PPO's employees must be reported within what time span?

Lost firearms of a PPO or PPO's employees must be reported within what time span?

Answer: Within 7 days

If you are a licensed PPO with no employees and you carry a gun, what insurance must you have?

If you are a licensed PPO with no employees and you carry a gun, what insurance must you have?

Answer: $1,000,000. Liability Insurance

If you are a licensed PPO with one employee and no guns, what insurance must you have?

If you are a licensed PPO with one employee and no guns, what insurance must you have?

Answer: Worker's Compensation Insurance

If you are licensed PPO with no employees and no guns, what insurance must you have?

If you are licensed PPO with no employees and no guns, what insurance must you have?

Answer: None

What is a "1099' form?

What is a "1099' form?

Answer: A 1099 isa an IRS tax form used to document amounts paid in a calendar year by a PPO client to the PPO; also used to document amounts paid to independent contractors

If a PPO's employee is injured on the job, and the PPO did not have Workers Compensation Insurance, can this affect the PPO's license?

If a PPO's employee is injured on the job, and the PPO did not have Workers Compensation Insurance, can this affect the PPO's license?

Answer: Can cause PPO license to be revoked

Who likely wouldn't be issued an FQ card if applied for?

Who likely wouldn't be issued an FQ card if applied for?

Answer: A convicted felon and persons convicted of certain misdemeanors

What is the name of the legal document a PPO should obtain from a client, and give photocopies of it to on-site guards, that allows towing companies to tow away illegally-parked vehicles on the client's private property?

What is the name of the legal document a PPO should obtain from a client, and give photocopies of it to on-site guards, that allows towing companies to tow away illegally-parked vehicles on the client's private property?

Answer: Power of Attorney

When is a guard allowed to use 'deadly force'?

When is a guard allowed to use 'deadly force'?

Answer: Only against an immediate, life-threatening attack

When can a PPO make an 'incidental investigation'?

When can a PPO make an 'incidental investigation'?

Answer: if incidental to the theft, loss, embezzlement, misappropriation, or concealment of property, which the PPO has been hired or engaged to protect or watch

When must a PPO pay his/her guard 'double-time'?

When must a PPO pay his/her guard 'double-time'?

Answer: For all hours worked in excess of 12 hours in any workday, and for all hours worked in excess of eight on the seventh consecutive day of work in a workweek

Can a PPO terminate a guard for doing 'bad work'?

Can a PPO terminate a guard for doing 'bad work'?

Answer: Yes

What might possibly 'qualify' a guard for a certain jobsite?

What might possibly 'qualify' a guard for a certain jobsite?

Answer: Related experience and /or training

For a PPO to hire a guard legally, what does the guard need to possess?

For a PPO to hire a guard legally, what does the guard need to possess?

Answer: A current guard card, and current identification that satisfies an I-9

If a PPO client needs a guard for a construction site, and the client insists that the PPO send a guard of a specific gender or race, what should the PPO do?

If a PPO client needs a guard for a construction site, and the client insists that the PPO send a guard of a specific gender or race, what should the PPO do?

Answer: Advise that this request may violate discrimination laws

What federal form is used to verify a potential employee's eligibility to work in the United States?

What federal form is used to verify a potential employee's eligibility to work in the United States?

Answer: I-9 form

How should a PPO handle a reported sexual harassment incident?

How should a PPO handle a reported sexual harassment incident?

Answer: Have it investigated

When DO you need a branch office license?

When DO you need a branch office license?

Answer: If you want to conduct business from or advertise using any location other than the location listed on your primary PPO license (but not for client job sites)

If a PPO's second office is less than a mile from the PPO's primary office, is the PPO required to obtain a 'branch office' license for that second office?

If a PPO's second office is less than a mile from the PPO's primary office, is the PPO required to obtain a 'branch office' license for that second office?

Answer: Yes (mileage has nothing to do with it)

Usually who is'in charge' of a PPO's branch office?

Usually who is'in charge' of a PPO's branch office?

Answer: A manager (usually NOT the qualified manager)

If an employee works for a PPO for 4 years and then moves away, how much longer must the PPO keep that employees's I-9 form?

If an employee works for a PPO for 4 years and then moves away, how much longer must the PPO keep that employees's I-9 form?

Answer: One more year

When can a PPO demand that his/her guard make an arrest?

When can a PPO demand that his/her guard make an arrest?

Answer: Never

A current-registered Proprietary Security Officer wants to work a few days a week for a PPO Company. What must he/she do first?

A current-registered Proprietary Security Officer wants to work a few days a week for a PPO Company. What must he/she do first?

Answer: Must get a regular guard card-cannot work for a PPO until then

Can a PPO obtain a branch office license from BSIS for a temporary business location in a state outside of California?

Can a PPO obtain a branch office license from BSIS for a temporary business location in a state outside of California?

Answer: NO. BSIS can only deal with activity inside California

Is 'progressive disciplining' a possible reason for terminating a guard?

Is 'progressive disciplining' a possible reason for terminating a guard?

Answer: Yes

Why should photocopies of time-sheets be included with invoices sent to client?

Why should photocopies of time-sheets be included with invoices sent to client?

Answer: To verify the work was performed

If working in a high-rise building and an earthquake occurs, what should the guard do?

If working in a high-rise building and an earthquake occurs, what should the guard do?

Answer: Follow posted instructions, usually involves a safe & orderly evacuation and turning of utilities

What are some techniques used by security personnel to deter terrorism?

What are some techniques used by security personnel to deter terrorism?

Answer: Deter, Delay, Deny, and Detect

If sexual harassment training is required by law at your PPO Company, how many hours of training is required?

If sexual harassment training is required by law at your PPO Company, how many hours of training is required?

Answer: 2 hour

If sexual harassment training is required by law at your PPO Company, who is required to receive the training?

If sexual harassment training is required by law at your PPO Company, who is required to receive the training?

Answer: All supervisory employment (supervisors)

If sexual harassment training is required by law at your PPO Company, how often is it required?

If sexual harassment training is required by law at your PPO Company, how often is it required?

Answer: Once every two years

Who has the ultimate authority over what badge a PPO and his/her guards use when working?

Who has the ultimate authority over what badge a PPO and his/her guards use when working?

Answer: Local law enforcement. Although BSIS approves your badge design, city or county law enforcement agencies can tell you that your badge can not be used in their area because it looks too much like that of local law enforcement

For what reason should Daily Activity Reports be stored for 2 years, and for what different reason should the same Daily Activity Reports be kept for 3 years?

For what reason should Daily Activity Reports be stored for 2 years, and for what different reason should the same Daily Activity Reports be kept for 3 years?

Answer: Attach

If a guard does physical injury to the customer of a client, who is likely to be found legally liable if the customer sues and wins?

If a guard does physical injury to the customer of a client, who is likely to be found legally liable if the customer sues and wins?

Answer: The PPO

What is the dollar-amount of liability insurance required by BSIS of any PPO whose company uses any firearm?

What is the dollar-amount of liability insurance required by BSIS of any PPO whose company uses any firearm?

Answer: $1,000,000 (one million dollars)

If an employee quits after working after 5 months, when can you destroy his/her I-9 form?

If an employee quits after working after 5 months, when can you destroy his/her I-9 form?

Answer: For THIS employee, must retain I-9 until 3 years after the hire date

Can a PPO carry a shotgun in his/her patrol car if it is unloaded?

Can a PPO carry a shotgun in his/her patrol car if it is unloaded?

Answer: No, A PPO can only work with weapons of the caliber(s) listed on his/her FQ card But most citizens can have an unloaded shotgun in plain view in their car. Armored cars often have shotguns, but those companies are not regulated by BSIS

Can a PPO use a blue emergency light in his/her patrol vehicle?

Can a PPO use a blue emergency light in his/her patrol vehicle?

Answer: NO. VC 25258 (b): An authorized emergency vehicle used by a peace officer in the performance of the peace officer's duties, may display a steady or flashing blue warning light

Can a PPO use a red emergency light in his/her patrol vehicle?

Can a PPO use a red emergency light in his/her patrol vehicle?

Answer: No. VC 25269: No person shall display a flashing or steady burning red warning light on a vehicle except as permitted by Section 21055 which is for authorized emergency vehicles)

What should a PPO include with an invoice when billing a client for worked hours?

What should a PPO include with an invoice when billing a client for worked hours?

Answer: Attach any sheet involved with that invoice billed hours

Are there any legal restrictions on a PPO or his/her security officers wearing a 'bulletproof' vest' (bodily armor?

Are there any legal restrictions on a PPO or his/her security officers wearing a 'bulletproof' vest' (bodily armor?

Answer: No. Unless: CA Penal Code Section 12370(a) prohibits those individuals who have been convicted a 'violent crime' (as the term is defined in Penal Code Section 667.5) from owning a bullet proof vest. Otherwise, there is no prohibition against ownership And if worn while committing a crime, you can receive an enhanced penalty

If a fraudulent guard card is observed, what should the PPO do?

If a fraudulent guard card is observed, what should the PPO do?

Answer: Contact BSIS

Can a PPO or his/her security officer ever wear a badge on his/her belt?

Can a PPO or his/her security officer ever wear a badge on his/her belt?

Answer: NO

Can a PPO or his/her security officer wear a badge when working 'plain-clothes' (no uniform)?

Can a PPO or his/her security officer wear a badge when working 'plain-clothes' (no uniform)?

Answer: NO

In a lawsuit for something that a guard allegedly did, who is possibly liable: the PPO, the security guard, or the client?

In a lawsuit for something that a guard allegedly did, who is possibly liable: the PPO, the security guard, or the client?

Answer: All, but mainly the PPO

If you have one armed guard, what is the minimum insurance you must carry?

If you have one armed guard, what is the minimum insurance you must carry?

Answer: One million

If a uniformed security officer is wearing an exposed firearm, is he/she required to be wearing a badge?

If a uniformed security officer is wearing an exposed firearm, is he/she required to be wearing a badge?

Answer: YES. A badge must worn anytime a security officer is in uniform , and a security officer must be in uniform if carrying a deadly weapon (baton or firearm). Reminder: a badge can never be worn on a belt by a security officer

On the PPO's company badge, are the words 'Private Security' required?

On the PPO's company badge, are the words 'Private Security' required?

Answer: No. A BSIS-approved badge must have on it 1)the full company name, and 2)an employee-identifying number

For how long after a security officer leaves your company could he/she sue you in court?

For how long after a security officer leaves your company could he/she sue you in court?

Answer: 3 years

Is the need for a branch office registration dependent on its mileage distance from the main location?

Is the need for a branch office registration dependent on its mileage distance from the main location?

Answer: No, needing a 'branch office' has Nothing to do with mileage or distance from the main address on the PPO license

Who is responsible to make sure a security guard's registration remains current?

Who is responsible to make sure a security guard's registration remains current?

Answer: Both the PPO and the Security Officer

If an employee has worked for a PPO for more than 3 years and is continuing to work for the PPO, can the PPO now shred & throw away that employee's 1-9 form?

If an employee has worked for a PPO for more than 3 years and is continuing to work for the PPO, can the PPO now shred & throw away that employee's 1-9 form?

Answer: No. The I-9 must be kept the entire time that person is employed, and then for a period afterward. After the employee is no longer employed by that PPO, the PPO must keep the I-9 for whichever of these is LONGER: 3 years from the date that person was hired, or 1 year after his/her employment ended.

If a client asks a PPO to design & install a costly multi-camera surveillance system throughout the property, but the PPO is not fully experience with this type of work, what should the PPO do?

If a client asks a PPO to design & install a costly multi-camera surveillance system throughout the property, but the PPO is not fully experience with this type of work, what should the PPO do?

Answer: Sub-contract or contract out that job to a surveillance-system company

If the Qualified Manager of a PPO license also wants his/her name to also be listed as the 'Person in Charge' of a 'branch office' of that PPO license, what must that Qualified Manager submit to BSIS?

If the Qualified Manager of a PPO license also wants his/her name to also be listed as the 'Person in Charge' of a 'branch office' of that PPO license, what must that Qualified Manager submit to BSIS?

Answer: Must submit a statement as to how he/she will be in active control of the main location and of the branch office at the same time

What IRS payroll form does an employee complete that tells how many 'exemptions' that employee claims to have?

What IRS payroll form does an employee complete that tells how many 'exemptions' that employee claims to have?

Answer: W-4

What items must a security officer have in his/her possession in order to be hired on the spot by a PPO?

What items must a security officer have in his/her possession in order to be hired on the spot by a PPO?

Answer: A current guard card, current ID, legal ability to work in this US

What rule or law allows for a security officer to make an arrest?

What rule or law allows for a security officer to make an arrest?

Answer: Penal Code 837

On a proposal to a potential new client, should the PPO mentioned about overtime?

On a proposal to a potential new client, should the PPO mentioned about overtime?

Answer: YES

Who must a PPO have in charge of PPO's branch office?

Who must a PPO have in charge of PPO's branch office?

Answer: A designated person

What might be some reasons for 'firing' a guard?

What might be some reasons for 'firing' a guard?

Answer: Theft, working intoxicated, lack of renewed permit, dishonesty, tardiness or no-shows

If a currently-registered Proprietary Private Security Officer wants to go to work for a PPO, does he/she need any training or anything else first, or can he/she go straight to work for a PPO?

If a currently-registered Proprietary Private Security Officer wants to go to work for a PPO, does he/she need any training or anything else first, or can he/she go straight to work for a PPO?

Answer: A Proprietary Private Security Officer can NOT go to work for a PPO

Who can fine a PPO for I-9 non-compliance?

Who can fine a PPO for I-9 non-compliance?

Answer: Homeland Security / Immigration

Who is ultimately responsible to the PPO's client?

Who is ultimately responsible to the PPO's client?

Answer: The PPO

If a PPO has security personnel working at a site, and the client there asks the PPO to install a CCTV security camera system, should the PPO probably contract out that work to a camera company?

If a PPO has security personnel working at a site, and the client there asks the PPO to install a CCTV security camera system, should the PPO probably contract out that work to a camera company?

Answer: YES

If a security officer Guard Card is expired , can he/she continue working ONLY if his/her temporary approval can be printed from the BSIS website?

If a security officer Guard Card is expired , can he/she continue working ONLY if his/her temporary approval can be printed from the BSIS website?

Answer: YES

What is something a security officer might do if an earthquake occurs while he/she is working at a job site?

What is something a security officer might do if an earthquake occurs while he/she is working at a job site?

Answer: Follow posted instructions

What details are on a training certificate issued by a BSIS authorized training school?

What details are on a training certificate issued by a BSIS authorized training school?

Answer:

Per BSIS: The certificate shall identify identify the

1)course(s) taken,

2)the number of hours of training provided,

3)identification of the issuing entity,

4)name of the individual,

5)instructor,

6)a date,

7)state that the course (s) comply with the Department of Consumer Affair's Skills Training Course for Security Guards, And the certificate shall be, and


8) serially numbered for tracking

What is listed on a Firearm Carry card from BSIS?

What is listed on a Firearm Carry card from BSIS?

Answer: Name, addresses, FQ #, caliber(s), expiration date

If a security officer pretends to be a PPO and either tries to or obtains a paying security client, who can punish or fine that security officer?

If a security officer pretends to be a PPO and either tries to or obtains a paying security client, who can punish or fine that security officer?

Answer: BSIS

Generally, should 'NO Parking-You will be towed' signs be posted for most legal towing of non-permitted parked vehicles?

Generally, should 'NO Parking-You will be towed' signs be posted for most legal towing of non-permitted parked vehicles?

Answer: YES

A PPO license expires in 2 years. Does a PPO take any written test as part of renewing the license when it is expiring?

A PPO license expires in 2 years. Does a PPO take any written test as part of renewing the license when it is expiring?

Answer: No, you just pay a renewal fee every 2 years, no new testing

What should a security officer do in the event of a hazardous material spill?

What should a security officer do in the event of a hazardous material spill?

Answer: Activating an alarm, notifying appropriate authorities, and controlling access to the release from a remote area upon discovering a spill requiring an emergency response

What is the first line of defense for all emergencies?

What is the first line of defense for all emergencies?

Answer: Preparation

Can a burglary fully occur if there is a person home asleep during the time that the burglar was there?

Can a burglary fully occur if there is a person home asleep during the time that the burglar was there?

Answer: YES

What item must appear on all advertisements and business cards of a Private Patrol Operator business?

What item must appear on all advertisements and business cards of a Private Patrol Operator business?

Answer: Company name as issued by BSIS, PPO license number as issued by BSIS, and address or telephone number

What is the difference between the arrest powers of a licensed PPO and those of a regular citizen?

What is the difference between the arrest powers of a licensed PPO and those of a regular citizen?

Answer: No difference

Is a security officer considered to be an 'agent' of the property owner or business owner where he/she is assigned to work?

Is a security officer considered to be an 'agent' of the property owner or business owner where he/she is assigned to work?

Answer: YES

Must a security officer notify BSIS if he/she leaves the employment of one PPO and then goes to work for another PPO?

Must a security officer notify BSIS if he/she leaves the employment of one PPO and then goes to work for another PPO?

Answer: NO

If a peace officer gives a lawful order to a PPO or to a security office, must it be followed?

If a peace officer gives a lawful order to a PPO or to a security office, must it be followed?

Answer: YES

How many counties are in California?

How many counties are in California?

Answer: 580

Your security officers must be paid at least how many times per month?

Your security officers must be paid at least how many times per month?

Answer: 2

If a security officer wants to carry a metal flashlight 18" or longer while on duty in uniform, is he/she required to have a baton permit?

If a security officer wants to carry a metal flashlight 18" or longer while on duty in uniform, is he/she required to have a baton permit?

Answer: NO

What are the three main parts of basic protective measures?

What are the three main parts of basic protective measures?

Answer: Time, distance, and shielding

If a PPO allows one of his/her security officers to carry a baton without a permit, what fine should the PPO expect from BSIS?

If a PPO allows one of his/her security officers to carry a baton without a permit, what fine should the PPO expect from BSIS?

Answer: $2,500

If a security officer again gets caught carrying a baton without a permit, what is the fine for the second violation?

If a security officer again gets caught carrying a baton without a permit, what is the fine for the second violation?

Answer: $200

In a security officer gets found carrying a baton without a permit, what is the fine for the first violation?

In a security officer gets found carrying a baton without a permit, what is the fine for the first violation?

Answer: $100

If a security officer who has a current 'guard card' but does not have a baton permit gets caught carrying a baton, has he/she committed a misdemeanor or a felony?

If a security officer who has a current 'guard card' but does not have a baton permit gets caught carrying a baton, has he/she committed a misdemeanor or a felony?

Answer: Felony

After a violation has been committed, what is the security officer's primary function?

After a violation has been committed, what is the security officer's primary function?

Answer: Observe and Report

Before any violation has been committed, what is the security officer's primary function?

Before any violation has been committed, what is the security officer's primary function?

Answer: Prevention

True or False: If a loss or theft occurs, a PPO can require that his/her security officers take a polygraph (lie detector) test

True or False: If a loss or theft occurs, a PPO can require that his/her security officers take a polygraph (lie detector) test

Answer: TRUE

How long must you keep a current employee I-9 form if he is now in his/her fifth year of working for you?

How long must you keep a current employee I-9 form if he is now in his/her fifth year of working for you?

Answer: For this employee, the I-9 must be kept for the entire time the person is employed, and then for 1 year after whenever this employees employment ends

If you offer security services to the public without a PPO license, can you get money fine, or time in jail, or both?

If you offer security services to the public without a PPO license, can you get money fine, or time in jail, or both?

Answer: BOTH

Can a security officer make a search incident to an arrest?

Can a security officer make a search incident to an arrest?

Answer: YES-for weapons

When writing a proposal to a potential client, what is the main item a PPO should be considering?

When writing a proposal to a potential client, what is the main item a PPO should be considering?

Answer: Profit margin (profit after ALL expense)

If a PPO or a security officer wants to obtain an exposed-weapon FQ firearms-carry card, how many hours of training is required?

If a PPO or a security officer wants to obtain an exposed-weapon FQ firearms-carry card, how many hours of training is required?

Answer: 14 hours

If the site Security Officer is asked to come to the manager's office because an employee there is being fired, what might the security officer be expected to do?

If the site Security Officer is asked to come to the manager's office because an employee there is being fired, what might the security officer be expected to do?

Answer: Escort the fired employee of the premises

Does BSIS consider 'security guards' and 'body guards' to be the same thing?

Does BSIS consider 'security guards' and 'body guards' to be the same thing?

Answer: YES

Do you report these new employees to BSIS?

Do you report these new employees to BSIS?

Answer: NO

Why is it required to report new employees or re-hired employees or re-hired employees to the State of California?

Why is it required to report new employees or re-hired employees or re-hired employees to the State of California?

Answer: Collect unpaid child support

Within how many days after a new or re-hired employee has their first work day is the PPO required to report them as a new employee?

Within how many days after a new or re-hired employee has their first work day is the PPO required to report them as a new employee?

Answer: Within 20 days

What form is used to report new employees to the State of CA?

What form is used to report new employees to the State of CA?

Answer: DE-34

What equipment might you use for a life saving situation?

What equipment might you use for a life saving situation?

Answer: Walkie-talkie radio, cellular telephone

What are typical 'expenses' of PPO agency?

What are typical 'expenses' of PPO agency?

Answer: Rent, utilities, advertising, postage, payroll, insurance, uniforms, licensing, office supplies, fuel, business cards, internet access

What might be included in a job site 'evaluation plan'?

What might be included in a job site 'evaluation plan'?

Answer: Exits, exit routes, fire extinguishers, alternate escape routes, external meeting points, first aid equipment, utility shut-offs

If a security officer works too many hours, can fatigue cause health and/or safety issues?

If a security officer works too many hours, can fatigue cause health and/or safety issues?

Answer: YES

What is the first thing a security officer should do if an earthquake occurs while he/she is at a job site?

What is the first thing a security officer should do if an earthquake occurs while he/she is at a job site?

Answer: Follow guidelines to save lives

What security officer situations need to be reported to BSIS?

What security officer situations need to be reported to BSIS?

Answer: Discharge of firearm, loss of firearm, death, physical altercation, use of a deadly weapon

If a car enters a gated community without the permissions of the security officer, how should this be handled?

If a car enters a gated community without the permissions of the security officer, how should this be handled?

Answer: Follow job site instruction. Typically, for this, is to document any refusal to stop and report it to the PPO or his/her client

If a security officer arrests a person for shoplifting, and when it goes through the court system that person is found to be 'Not Guilty' of shoplifting or any other crime that day, could the security officer have made a mistake?

If a security officer arrests a person for shoplifting, and when it goes through the court system that person is found to be 'Not Guilty' of shoplifting or any other crime that day, could the security officer have made a mistake?

Answer: YES

What size of these companies must have 'written' emergency action plans?

What size of these companies must have 'written' emergency action plans?

Answer: More than 10 employees (Title 8, 3220, CCR)

What size of these companies can have 'oral' (not written) emergency action plans?

What size of these companies can have 'oral' (not written) emergency action plans?

Answer: 10 employees or less (Title 8, 3220, California Code of Regulations)

What type of companies are required to have 'emergency action plans'?

What type of companies are required to have 'emergency action plans'?

Answer: Per OSHA, these include construction sites, chemical companies, refineries, and possibly others

If a PPO's client asks the on-site security officer to 'fuel and wash' the client's car, what should the security officer do?

If a PPO's client asks the on-site security officer to 'fuel and wash' the client's car, what should the security officer do?

Answer: If acceptable to all parties involved, cooperate

In the PPO's files, must there be records that include the models and serial numbers of the firearms carried by the PPO's employees?

In the PPO's files, must there be records that include the models and serial numbers of the firearms carried by the PPO's employees?

Answer: YES

Is an armed PPO or a PPO with an armed employee required to have insurance totaling $500,000 or is it totaling $1,000,000?

Is an armed PPO or a PPO with an armed employee required to have insurance totaling $500,000 or is it totaling $1,000,000?

Answer: Totaling $1,000,000

True or False: An example of robbery si when a family comes home and finds that their new television is gone

True or False: An example of robbery si when a family comes home and finds that their new television is gone

Answer: False

If a security officer slips & falls while working on a client's property, and he/she gets hurt, whose insurance is likely responsible?

If a security officer slips & falls while working on a client's property, and he/she gets hurt, whose insurance is likely responsible?

Answer: The PPO's WC insurance and possibly the client's insurance too

If a security office's 'guard card' says that it expires on July 31 of this year can that security officer work legally using this card on August 1 of this year?

If a security office's 'guard card' says that it expires on July 31 of this year can that security officer work legally using this card on August 1 of this year?

Answer: NO

If a security officers 'guard card' says that it expires on July 31 of this year, can that security officer work legally using this card on July 31 of this year?

If a security officers 'guard card' says that it expires on July 31 of this year, can that security officer work legally using this card on July 31 of this year?

Answer: YES

Should a PPO be concerned with "profit" when writing a proposal and /or contract?

Should a PPO be concerned with "profit" when writing a proposal and /or contract?

Answer: YES

Can an out-of-state guard company do a one-day guard job in California?

Can an out-of-state guard company do a one-day guard job in California?

Answer: NO

Should a PPO store an employee's I-9 form in that employee's personnel fire?

Should a PPO store an employee's I-9 form in that employee's personnel fire?

Answer: NO

Can you have one employee without needed Workers Compensation Insurance?

Can you have one employee without needed Workers Compensation Insurance?

Answer: NO

In a written proposal or a contract, should the PPO include hours of coverage, cost per hour, insurance information, location, duties, and any overtime costs & special details?

In a written proposal or a contract, should the PPO include hours of coverage, cost per hour, insurance information, location, duties, and any overtime costs & special details?

Answer: YES

If you haven't passed the PPO exam within 1 year of being approved to take the test, does BSIS consider your application to be 'abandoned'?

If you haven't passed the PPO exam within 1 year of being approved to take the test, does BSIS consider your application to be 'abandoned'?

Answer: YES

How long must a PPO retain the I-9 for former employees?

How long must a PPO retain the I-9 for former employees?

Answer: For former employees, you must retain the I-9 form until the latter of 3 years after the employee is hired or 1 year after the employees employment ended

How long must a PPO retain the I-9 form for current employees?

How long must a PPO retain the I-9 form for current employees?

Answer: Must retain I-9 form the entire time a person is an employee

What is the BSIS fine for wearing a badge that is not 'clearly visible'?

What is the BSIS fine for wearing a badge that is not 'clearly visible'?

Answer: $250

Can a security officer be 17 ½ years old If he/she is a high school graduate?

Can a security officer be 17 ½ years old If he/she is a high school graduate?

Answer: NO

For how long must a PPO keep records of the firearms used by the employees of the PPO?

For how long must a PPO keep records of the firearms used by the employees of the PPO?

Answer: 2 years

On a written report, what are the '6 points' that should be included?

On a written report, what are the '6 points' that should be included?

Answer: Who, What, Where, When, How, Witnesses

Who regulates the carrying of tear gas by security officers?

Who regulates the carrying of tear gas by security officers?

Answer: BSIS Department of

Is there a mileage requirement involved in the need for a branch office?

Is there a mileage requirement involved in the need for a branch office?

Answer: No. It can be next door or 400 miles away, that doesn't matter: you need a branch office to operate anywhere besides your primary location

What is the name of the lengthy Federal form that job applicants must fill out and include supporting documents, to prove that they can legally work in the United States?

What is the name of the lengthy Federal form that job applicants must fill out and include supporting documents, to prove that they can legally work in the United States?

Answer: I-9

If a person is considering doing damage to another's property by using gasoline and matches, what type of crime is this likely to become?

If a person is considering doing damage to another's property by using gasoline and matches, what type of crime is this likely to become?

Answer: Arson

If a person is convicted of operating a PPO business without a license, for how long after that conviction date shall the licensing bureau NOT issue that person a PPO license?

If a person is convicted of operating a PPO business without a license, for how long after that conviction date shall the licensing bureau NOT issue that person a PPO license?

Answer: One year

After being approved following the applying for or the renewing of a guard card, can a security officer work with a temporary registration that he/she can obtain from the BSIS website?

After being approved following the applying for or the renewing of a guard card, can a security officer work with a temporary registration that he/she can obtain from the BSIS website?

Answer: Yes, BSIS allows you to print from their website your approval

What are the counter-terrorism techniques known as 'The 4 Ds' that a security officer can do?

What are the counter-terrorism techniques known as 'The 4 Ds' that a security officer can do?

Answer: Deter, delay, deny, and detect

If a security officer witnesses a bad vehicle accident on or next to the protected property, which is more important to do first: Call 911, or make a Daily Log entry?

If a security officer witnesses a bad vehicle accident on or next to the protected property, which is more important to do first: Call 911, or make a Daily Log entry?

Answer: Call 911

Can an employee request that the PPO make him/her photocopies of anything in the employee's personnel file that the employee had signed?

Can an employee request that the PPO make him/her photocopies of anything in the employee's personnel file that the employee had signed?

Answer: YES

If a PPO has 31 employees, is the PPO required by law to have the PPO company supervisors attend sexual harassment training?

If a PPO has 31 employees, is the PPO required by law to have the PPO company supervisors attend sexual harassment training?

Answer: NO

What form is used by California employers to report employee earning & payroll tax withholding to the state every 3 months?

What form is used by California employers to report employee earning & payroll tax withholding to the state every 3 months?

Answer: DE-6

Can a security officer make a misdemeanor arrest if the crime didn't happen in his/her presence BUT it was witnessed by a VERY reliable person?

Can a security officer make a misdemeanor arrest if the crime didn't happen in his/her presence BUT it was witnessed by a VERY reliable person?

Answer: NO

Should a security officer treat bodily fluids as if they were a dangerous substance?

Should a security officer treat bodily fluids as if they were a dangerous substance?

Answer: YES

Per BSIS, how long are employee records required to be kept?

Per BSIS, how long are employee records required to be kept?

Answer: BSIS advises to retain employee records for at least 2 years. But remember that ex-employees can file lawsuits for up to 3 years, so you might want to keep all records at least 3 years.

What is an action of anconeus?

What is an action of anconeus?

Answer: extend the elbow

What is the insertion of anconeus?

What is the insertion of anconeus?

Answer: olecranon process and posterior, proximal surface of ulna

What is the origin of anconeus?

What is the origin of anconeus?

Answer: lateral epicondyle of humerus

What triangular shaped muscle is a weak elbow extensor located lateral to the olecranon process?

What triangular shaped muscle is a weak elbow extensor located lateral to the olecranon process?

Answer: anconeus

When locating the proximal attachment of the long head of triceps brachii, you will be palpating deep to what muscle?

When locating the proximal attachment of the long head of triceps brachii, you will be palpating deep to what muscle?

Answer: deltoid

What resisted action could you ask your partner to perform to feel the contraction of the long head of triceps brachii?

What resisted action could you ask your partner to perform to feel the contraction of the long head of triceps brachii?

Answer: shoulder extension

To outline the distal tendon of triceps brachii, which landmark do you want to locate?

To outline the distal tendon of triceps brachii, which landmark do you want to locate?

Answer: olecranon process

What is the insertion of triceps brachii?

What is the insertion of triceps brachii?

Answer: olecranon process of ulna

What is the origin of triceps brachii long head?

What is the origin of triceps brachii long head?

Answer: infraglenoid tubercle of scapula

What movement shortens the fibers of triceps brachii?

What movement shortens the fibers of triceps brachii?

Answer: elbow extension

The long head of triceps brachii weaves between which two muscles before attaching at the infraglenoid tubercle?

The long head of triceps brachii weaves between which two muscles before attaching at the infraglenoid tubercle?

Answer: teres major and minor

What is the only muscle of the posterior arm?

What is the only muscle of the posterior arm?

Answer: triceps brachii

Asking your prone partner to hold his hand in front of him, like Superman, is a good way to feel the contraction of which part of the trapezius?

Asking your prone partner to hold his hand in front of him, like Superman, is a good way to feel the contraction of which part of the trapezius?

Answer: lower fibers

To feel the middle fibers of trapezius contract, you should ask your prone partner to perform what action?

To feel the middle fibers of trapezius contract, you should ask your prone partner to perform what action?

Answer: Bring your shoulder up off the table

What is the insertion of the trapezius?

What is the insertion of the trapezius?

Answer: lateral one-third of clavicle, acromion, and spine of scapula

What is part of the origin of the trapezius?

What is part of the origin of the trapezius?

Answer: external occipital protuberance and medial portion of superior nuchal line of occiput

What is an action of the trapezius?

What is an action of the trapezius?

Answer: upwardly rotate the scapula

Contraction of the lower fibers of the trapezius creates which movement?

Contraction of the lower fibers of the trapezius creates which movement?

Answer: depression of the scapula

Which of the following movements occur when the upper fibers of the trapezius are unilaterally contracted?

Which of the following movements occur when the upper fibers of the trapezius are unilaterally contracted?

Answer: rotation of the head and neck to the opposite side

Bilateral contraction of the upper fibers of the trapezius will create what movement of the head and neck?

Bilateral contraction of the upper fibers of the trapezius will create what movement of the head and neck?

Answer: extension

Which portion of the trapezius muscle elevates the scapula?

Which portion of the trapezius muscle elevates the scapula?

Answer: upper fibers

Which movement of the head and neck would shorten the upper fibers of the trapezius on the right side of the body?

Which movement of the head and neck would shorten the upper fibers of the trapezius on the right side of the body?

Answer: rotation to the left

Accessing the insertion of serratus anterior by curling your fingers around the medial border of the scapula, your fingers will inherently have to work through which two muscles?

Accessing the insertion of serratus anterior by curling your fingers around the medial border of the scapula, your fingers will inherently have to work through which two muscles?

Answer: rhomboids and trapezius

With your partner in a supine position and her fist raised toward the ceiling, place your finger pads between the edges of latissimus dorsi and pectoralis major to palpate which muscle?

With your partner in a supine position and her fist raised toward the ceiling, place your finger pads between the edges of latissimus dorsi and pectoralis major to palpate which muscle?

Answer: serratus anterior

What is an action of serratus anterior?

What is an action of serratus anterior?

Answer: abduct the scapula

What is the insertion of serratus anterior?

What is the insertion of serratus anterior?

Answer: anterior surface of medial border of the scapula

What is the origin of serratus anterior?

What is the origin of serratus anterior?

Answer: depression of the scapula

Which action shortens the fibers of serratus anterior?

Which action shortens the fibers of serratus anterior?

Answer: depression of the scapula

Which portion of the serratus anterior is most accessible?

Which portion of the serratus anterior is most accessible?

Answer: inferior to the axilla

The serratus anterior abducts the scapula, making it a direct antagonist to which muscle?

The serratus anterior abducts the scapula, making it a direct antagonist to which muscle?

Answer: rhomboids

To locate the subscapularis tendon, move you fingers about one inch inferiorly and laterally from which bony landmark?

To locate the subscapularis tendon, move you fingers about one inch inferiorly and laterally from which bony landmark?

Answer: Coracoid process

To best locate the infraspinatus and teres minor tendons with your partner in a supine position, how would you position your partner's arm?

To best locate the infraspinatus and teres minor tendons with your partner in a supine position, how would you position your partner's arm?

Answer: flex the shoulder 90 degrees then horizontally adduct and laterally rotate slightly

The subscapularis tendon can be palpated between the two tendons of which muscle?

The subscapularis tendon can be palpated between the two tendons of which muscle?

Answer: biceps brachii

To access the supraspinatus tendon, you must first sink your fingers deep into which muscle?

To access the supraspinatus tendon, you must first sink your fingers deep into which muscle?

Answer: deltoid

To experience the antagonist capabilities of teres major and teres minor, ask you partner to perform what actions?

To experience the antagonist capabilities of teres major and teres minor, ask you partner to perform what actions?

Answer: medial and lateral rotation of the shoulder

What action could your partner perform from a side lying position to gently contract the subscapularis?

What action could your partner perform from a side lying position to gently contract the subscapularis?

Answer: medial rotation

Under what two muscles should you slide your thumb when accessing the subscapularis from a side lying position?

Under what two muscles should you slide your thumb when accessing the subscapularis from a side lying position?

Answer: teres major and latissimus dorsi

Sliding laterally off the lateral border of the scapula, you can feel the tube shaped belly of which muscle?

Sliding laterally off the lateral border of the scapula, you can feel the tube shaped belly of which muscle?

Answer: teres minor

If you follow the fibers of infraspinatus laterally, they converge underneath which muscle?

If you follow the fibers of infraspinatus laterally, they converge underneath which muscle?

Answer: deltoid

When you lay your fingers on the spine, medial border and lateral border of the scapula, you're isolating which muscle?

When you lay your fingers on the spine, medial border and lateral border of the scapula, you're isolating which muscle?

Answer: infraspinatus

What is the best action to ask your partner to perform to feel the supraspinatus contract?

What is the best action to ask your partner to perform to feel the supraspinatus contract?

Answer: abduction

What is an action of subscapularis?

What is an action of subscapularis?

Answer: medially rotate the shoulder

What is the insertion of subscapularis?

What is the insertion of subscapularis?

Answer: lesser tubercle of humerus

What is the origin of subscapularis?

What is the origin of subscapularis?

Answer: Subscapular fossa of scapula

What is an action of teres minor?

What is an action of teres minor?

Answer: laterally rotate the shoulder

What is the insertion of teres minor?

What is the insertion of teres minor?

Answer: greater tubercle of humerus

What is the origin of teres minor?

What is the origin of teres minor?

Answer: Upper two thirds of lateral border of scapula

What is an action of infraspinatus?

What is an action of infraspinatus?

Answer: laterally rotate the shoulder