Remote and Industrial Site Security Course 2026

1. السؤال 1 من 25

   In Alberta's working-alone rules, when is a worker considered to be working alone?

   • AOnly when they work at night
   • BWhenever they are the only guard on a shift, even in a busy mall
   • COnly when they work more than 12 hours
   • DWhen they work by themselves and help is not readily available
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   الإجابة: D. When they work by themselves and help is not readily available

   Alberta's guidance says both conditions must be met: the worker is alone and assistance is not readily available.

2. السؤال 2 من 25

   Alberta looks at three factors to decide whether help is 'readily available'. Which set is correct?

   • AAwareness, willingness and timeliness
   • BDistance, weather and cost
   • CAge, training and experience
   • DShift length, pay and job title
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   الإجابة: A. Awareness, willingness and timeliness

   Help is readily available only if others will know you need help, will reasonably help, and can arrive in a reasonable time.

3. السؤال 3 من 25

   In Alberta, what must an employer do if a radio or phone will not work at a remote site?

   • ANothing, because remote sites with no cell service are exempt from the rules
   • BClose the site permanently
   • CGive the worker a longer lunch break
   • DVisit the worker or have the worker check in at suitable intervals
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   الإجابة: D. Visit the worker or have the worker check in at suitable intervals

   If an effective electronic means of communication is not practicable, the employer must visit the worker or make sure the worker checks in at intervals suited to the hazards.

4. السؤال 4 من 25

   Under B.C.'s OHS Regulation, when must a lone worker be checked on in addition to the regular intervals?

   • AOnly on weekends
   • BOnly at the start of the shift
   • COnly when the weather is bad
   • DAt the end of the shift
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   الإجابة: D. At the end of the shift

   Section 4.21 requires checks at set intervals and a check at the end of the work shift, with the results recorded.

5. السؤال 5 من 25

   Under B.C.'s working-alone rules, how should the time between check-ins be set for high-risk work?

   • AShorter intervals than for low-risk work
   • BLonger intervals so the worker is not interrupted
   • COnce a week
   • DThe same as for office work
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   الإجابة: A. Shorter intervals than for low-risk work

   The regulation notes that higher-risk work needs shorter intervals between checks.

6. السؤال 6 من 25

   Which item does CCOHS suggest for a lone worker's check-in plan?

   • AA group chat with friends and family who can check on the worker after the shift
   • BChecking in only when convenient
   • CAn agreed code word that signals the worker needs help
   • DA promise to call if anything goes wrong
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   الإجابة: C. An agreed code word that signals the worker needs help

   CCOHS suggests a daily work plan, a main and backup contact, set check-in times, a written log, and a code word that means help is needed.

7. السؤال 7 من 25

   Cell service at a remote site is unreliable. Which is a suitable way to stay in contact?

   • ALeaving a note at the gate
   • BA satellite device or two-way radio
   • CSending emails at the end of the week
   • DWaiting until you drive back into town
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   الإجابة: B. A satellite device or two-way radio

   CCOHS lists two-way radios, satellite technology, GPS and automated duress devices as options where cell service is unreliable.

8. السؤال 8 من 25

   Under Alberta's Critical Infrastructure Defence Act, which of these is listed as essential infrastructure?

   • AOil and gas production sites and pipelines
   • BCoffee shops
   • CPublic parks
   • DPrivate homes
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   الإجابة: A. Oil and gas production sites and pipelines

   The Act lists pipelines, oil and gas sites, oil sands sites, mines, power plants, railways, highways and other facilities as essential infrastructure.

9. السؤال 9 من 25

   Under Alberta's Critical Infrastructure Defence Act, which act is an offence?

   • ATaking a photo of a pipeline from a public highway or road allowance
   • BPhoning the site office to ask about jobs
   • CWilfully entering essential infrastructure without lawful right, justification or excuse
   • DDriving past a well site on a public road
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   الإجابة: C. Wilfully entering essential infrastructure without lawful right, justification or excuse

   The Act makes it an offence to wilfully enter, damage or interfere with essential infrastructure without lawful right, justification or excuse.

10. السؤال 10 من 25

    Under Alberta's Critical Infrastructure Defence Act, who may arrest a person without a warrant for an offence under the Act?

    • AOnly the company president
    • BA peace officer
    • CAny site worker
    • DA security guard, with no duty to call police
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    الإجابة: B. A peace officer

    Section 4 gives the power to arrest without a warrant to a peace officer. A guard's role is to observe, record and call police.

11. السؤال 11 من 25

    A vehicle arrives at a remote site gate with no work order or appointment. What should the guard do?

    • ALet it in if the driver seems friendly
    • BAsk the driver to wait inside the fuel storage area
    • CWave it through because it has a company logo and the driver knows the site
    • DKeep the gate closed, confirm with the site contact and log the vehicle
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    الإجابة: D. Keep the gate closed, confirm with the site contact and log the vehicle

    Access control at remote sites means verifying every visit with the site contact and recording the vehicle, driver and time.

12. السؤال 12 من 25

    What does hydrogen sulfide (H2S) smell like at low levels?

    • AChlorine bleach
    • BIt has no smell at any level
    • CRotten eggs
    • DFresh cut grass
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    الإجابة: C. Rotten eggs

    CCOHS describes the smell of H2S as rotten eggs. At high levels it can smell sickly sweet.

13. السؤال 13 من 25

    Why can't you rely on your sense of smell to detect H2S?

    • AH2S smells like fresh air
    • BH2S can dull your sense of smell, so the odour may seem to disappear
    • CH2S only has a smell when the air temperature is below freezing
    • DEveryone smells H2S differently
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    الإجابة: B. H2S can dull your sense of smell, so the odour may seem to disappear

    H2S can dull the sense of smell, so a strong odour can fade while the gas is still there. Use detectors and follow site rules.

14. السؤال 14 من 25

    Where does H2S tend to build up?

    • AOnly in moving vehicles
    • BOnly high up near rooftops
    • COnly outdoors in wind
    • DIn low-lying areas and confined spaces
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    الإجابة: D. In low-lying areas and confined spaces

    CCOHS warns that H2S can collect in hazardous amounts in low-lying areas, especially confined spaces.

15. السؤال 15 من 25

    A worker collapses near a tank and you suspect H2S. What should you do?

    • AStay out, raise the alarm and call trained rescuers
    • BRun in right away and drag the worker out to fresh air before help arrives
    • CHold your breath and go in
    • DWait to see if the worker wakes up
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    الإجابة: A. Stay out, raise the alarm and call trained rescuers

    CCOHS says rescuers must protect themselves first. H2S can also come off a victim's clothes and breath, so only trained people with proper equipment should go in.

16. السؤال 16 من 25

    Which is usually the first sign of frostbite?

    • ASweating
    • BFever
    • CNumbness
    • DItchy eyes
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    الإجابة: C. Numbness

    CCOHS says numbness is usually the first symptom. Skin may look waxy and feel cold and hard.

17. السؤال 17 من 25

    What is the right first aid for frostbitten fingers?

    • AWarm them gently, for example in the armpits, and do not rub them
    • BHold them close to a hot heater or vehicle exhaust to warm them up quickly
    • CRub them firmly with snow to bring the feeling back
    • DGive the person alcohol to warm up
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    الإجابة: A. Warm them gently, for example in the armpits, and do not rub them

    CCOHS advises gentle warming, no rubbing, no snow, no direct heat and no alcohol. Get medical help.

18. السؤال 18 من 25

    A co-worker is shivering, slurring words and acting confused in the cold. What could this be?

    • AA sprained ankle
    • BNormal tiredness
    • CMild hypothermia
    • DHeat stroke
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    الإجابة: C. Mild hypothermia

    CCOHS lists shivering, poor judgement, slurred speech and loss of coordination as signs of mild hypothermia. People often do not notice it in themselves.

19. السؤال 19 من 25

    How should a person with hypothermia be warmed?

    • ABy having them walk or run to warm up
    • BGently, focusing on the chest, armpits and groin, and keep them lying down
    • CBy rubbing their arms and legs hard
    • DIn a hot bath right away, so their body temperature rises as fast as possible
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    الإجابة: B. Gently, focusing on the chest, armpits and groin, and keep them lying down

    CCOHS says to move the person out of the cold, keep them lying down, handle them gently and warm the upper body slowly.

20. السؤال 20 من 25

    You see a bear that is aware of you at a distance. What should you do?

    • AApproach to take a photo
    • BThrow food toward the bear
    • CTurn and run to your vehicle as fast as you can, without looking back
    • DStay calm, speak firmly, and back away slowly
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    الإجابة: D. Stay calm, speak firmly, and back away slowly

    Parks Canada advises not to run, since running can prompt a chase. Speak calmly and firmly, back away slowly and have bear spray ready.

21. السؤال 21 من 25

    How can you lower the chance of surprising a bear on foot patrol?

    • AWalk silently so you do not disturb it
    • BWear a bear bell and stay silent
    • CPatrol only at dawn and dusk
    • DMake noise, especially near streams, thick brush and berry patches
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    الإجابة: D. Make noise, especially near streams, thick brush and berry patches

    Parks Canada advises making noise such as talking or clapping, and says bear bells do not work well. Bears are most active at dawn and dusk.

22. السؤال 22 من 25

    How should garbage and food be handled at a remote site or camp in bear country?

    • AStore it in bear-resistant containers or designated storage, away from sleeping areas
    • BBury it near the fence
    • CBurn it in an open pit
    • DLeave it in bags outside the guard shack overnight for pickup in the morning
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    الإجابة: A. Store it in bear-resistant containers or designated storage, away from sleeping areas

    Parks Canada advises storing food, scented items and garbage securely and never burning or burying garbage, which attracts bears.

23. السؤال 23 من 25

    How far should you stay from a downed power line?

    • AAt least 3 metres
    • BAt least 10 metres
    • CNo distance is needed if it is not sparking
    • DAt least 1 metre
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    الإجابة: B. At least 10 metres

    Utilities advise staying at least 10 metres back, about the length of a school bus. A line can be live even if it is not sparking.

24. السؤال 24 من 25

    You need to call 911 from a remote site. What helps responders most?

    • AYour own name and phone number only
    • BA description of the weather
    • CThe company name and the name of the nearest town
    • DAn exact location, such as the site name, GPS coordinates or legal land description, and someone to meet them
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    الإجابة: D. An exact location, such as the site name, GPS coordinates or legal land description, and someone to meet them

    Remote sites can be hard to find. Give precise location details and send someone to the gate or road to guide responders in.

25. السؤال 25 من 25

    What does a journey plan for a remote patrol usually include?

    • AYour home address and the name of a family member to call
    • BRoute, departure time, expected arrival and a plan if you are overdue
    • COnly your favourite music
    • DOnly the fuel price
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    الإجابة: B. Route, departure time, expected arrival and a plan if you are overdue

    CCOHS suggests sharing destination, route, estimated arrival, return time, contact details and alternate plans for weather.

لوحة المفاتيح: 1–4 للإجابة، وEnter للسؤال التالي.