NSW Security Licence Test (Class 1A) Practice 2026: Practice test 2

Practice test 2 of 5 for the NSW Security Licence Test (Class 1A) Practice: 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

Security guard
New South Wales
125 questions
Checked October 11, 2026

Question 1 of 25
What is Australia's main emergency phone number?
- 000 (Triple Zero)
- 131 444
- 999
- 911
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Answer: A. 000 (Triple Zero)
Triple Zero (000) connects you to police, fire and ambulance. Calls are free.
Question 2 of 25
What can happen to a security officer who acts outside the law, for example by using too much force?
- Nothing, because the employer is always responsible
- They are protected because they hold a licence
- They only receive a verbal warning
- They can face criminal charges, be sued and lose their licence
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Answer: D. They can face criminal charges, be sued and lose their licence
Holding a licence does not protect you from the law. Officers who break the law can be personally prosecuted, sued and disciplined by the regulator.
Question 3 of 25
Who is allowed to deliver and assess the Certificate II in Security Operations?
- A local council
- A private tutor who is not registered
- A registered training organisation (RTO)
- Any licensed security company
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Answer: C. A registered training organisation (RTO)
Nationally recognised security training must be completed with a registered training organisation, and some states also keep their own list of approved RTOs.
Question 4 of 25
An alarm goes off in an area you are patrolling. What should you do?
- Turn it off and go home
- Respond following site procedure, approach carefully and report what you find
- Ignore it because most alarms are false
- Wait until the end of your shift to check
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Answer: B. Respond following site procedure, approach carefully and report what you find
Treat every alarm as real until checked. Approach with care, look for signs of entry or fire and report it.
Question 5 of 25
Why is holding a person face down on the ground dangerous?
- It is only dangerous on wet ground
- It makes them easier to identify
- It can make it hard for them to breathe
- It is not dangerous if they are intoxicated
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Answer: C. It can make it hard for them to breathe
Pressure on the chest or back can restrict breathing (positional asphyxia), especially for people who are intoxicated or exhausted. Monitor anyone you restrain and get medical help if needed.
Question 6 of 25
What are the main purposes of a security patrol?
- To catch as many people as possible
- To issue fines
- To replace CCTV
- To deter, detect and report problems
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Answer: D. To deter, detect and report problems
A visible patrol deters crime, and careful observation finds hazards, damage and security breaches that need reporting.
Question 7 of 25
What are assignment instructions (also called post orders)?
- The laws of your state
- Your personal job application
- The client's written instructions for duties at a particular site
- A list of police phone numbers only
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Answer: C. The client's written instructions for duties at a particular site
Assignment instructions explain your duties, limits and procedures at a site. Read them before starting work.
Question 8 of 25
Two groups start arguing in a venue. What is usually the first step?
- Let them settle it themselves
- Separate the groups and talk to each side calmly
- Call the whole venue to watch
- Remove only the louder group
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Answer: B. Separate the groups and talk to each side calmly
Separating people reduces the chance of a fight and lets you hear each side. Get backup early if the groups are large.
Question 9 of 25
You are escorting cash or valuables. Which practice reduces the risk?
- Using the same route every day
- Telling friends when you carry cash
- Stopping for coffee on the way
- Varying routes and times and not talking about the job
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Answer: D. Varying routes and times and not talking about the job
Predictable movements make escorts easier to target. Discretion and variation reduce the risk.
Question 10 of 25
Security training in Australia is competency-based. What does that mean?
- You only need to read the course notes
- You must score in the top 10% of your class
- You must show you can do each task to the required standard
- You only need to attend a set number of hours
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Answer: C. You must show you can do each task to the required standard
Licensing bodies ask applicants to demonstrate competency, so assessors check that you can actually perform each skill and know the law behind it.
Question 11 of 25
When you arrest someone, what should you tell them?
- Only the phone number of your company
- That they are under arrest and the reason for it
- Nothing, so they do not argue
- Only your first name
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Answer: B. That they are under arrest and the reason for it
A person has a right to know they are under arrest and why. Saying it clearly also helps prevent the situation from escalating.
Question 12 of 25
What is the right first step when removing a person from premises?
- Wait until they become violent
- Push them towards the door
- Ask them politely to leave and give them a reasonable chance to go
- Grab their arm straight away
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Answer: C. Ask them politely to leave and give them a reasonable chance to go
Most people leave when asked respectfully. Force may only be used as a last resort and must be reasonable.
Question 13 of 25
Why should you stay more than an arm's length away from an upset person?
- It gives you time to react and lets them feel less threatened
- It means you do not need to listen
- It shows you are afraid
- It is only needed with strangers
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Answer: A. It gives you time to react and lets them feel less threatened
A safe gap protects you from a sudden strike and respects the person's personal space, which can reduce tension.
Question 14 of 25
In radio talk, what does 'copy' usually mean?
- I received and understood your message
- I am leaving the channel
- Please repeat your message
- Send me a written copy
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Answer: A. I received and understood your message
'Copy' (or 'received') confirms the message was heard and understood. Ask the sender to repeat if you did not understand.
Question 15 of 25
A citizen's arrest is generally only allowed when…
- a person breaks a venue's dress code
- you find the person committing an offence or they have just committed one
- a customer owes your client money
- you have a vague feeling that someone looks suspicious
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Answer: B. you find the person committing an offence or they have just committed one
Every state lets ordinary people arrest without a warrant in limited cases, usually when the person is caught in the act or has just committed an offence. The exact wording differs between state laws.
Question 16 of 25
During an evacuation, where should people be directed?
- To their cars to leave straight away
- To any nearby café
- To the roof
- To the site's assembly area, following the emergency plan
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Answer: D. To the site's assembly area, following the emergency plan
Assembly areas let wardens check that everyone is out. People who leave without telling anyone may be searched for.
Question 17 of 25
At night you find a door forced open at a building you patrol. What should you do?
- Stay outside, report it and wait for police or backup
- Go in alone to catch the offender
- Leave and report it next shift
- Close the door and carry on
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Answer: A. Stay outside, report it and wait for police or backup
Offenders may still be inside. Entering alone is dangerous and can disturb evidence.
Question 18 of 25
What is the key principle for any use of force by a security officer?
- Use as much force as it takes to win
- Use force whenever you are insulted
- Use force only after it is approved in writing
- Use only force that is reasonable and necessary in the circumstances
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Answer: D. Use only force that is reasonable and necessary in the circumstances
Australian laws on self-defence and arrest only protect force that is reasonable in the circumstances. Anything more can be a criminal offence.
Question 19 of 25
Which statement shows empathy?
- "You're overreacting."
- "I can see you're frustrated about the wait."
- "Calm down right now."
- "That's not my problem."
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Answer: B. "I can see you're frustrated about the wait."
Naming the person's feelings shows you understand. Telling someone to calm down often has the opposite effect.
Question 20 of 25
Who may carry items such as batons or handcuffs while working in security?
- Any officer working night shift
- Any officer whose client agrees
- Anyone who buys them legally online
- Only officers allowed to under their state's laws and licence, with the right training
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Answer: D. Only officers allowed to under their state's laws and licence, with the right training
Batons, handcuffs and similar items are tightly controlled and need specific licence permission and training. Rules differ between states.
Question 21 of 25
You find a hazard, such as a broken step, during a patrol. What should you do?
- Fix it yourself with any tools you find
- Ignore it because it is not your job
- Mention it at next month's meeting
- Make the area safe if you can and report it
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Answer: D. Make the area safe if you can and report it
Reporting hazards quickly prevents injuries. Use barriers or signs if you can do so safely while waiting for repairs.
Question 22 of 25
Which factor helps decide whether force was reasonable?
- How tired you were at the end of your shift
- Whether the person was rude to you earlier in the week
- The colour of the person's clothing
- The level of threat, including any weapons and the number of people involved
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Answer: D. The level of threat, including any weapons and the number of people involved
Reasonableness depends on the whole situation: the threat, size and number of people, weapons, injuries and whether safer options were available.
Question 23 of 25
When checking photo ID, what should you look for?
- That the photo matches, the card is not expired and there are no signs of tampering
- Only the card's colour
- Only the person's first name
- Whether the person smiles
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Answer: A. That the photo matches, the card is not expired and there are no signs of tampering
Checking the photo, details, expiry and security features helps spot fake, altered or borrowed cards.
Question 24 of 25
A person has a medical emergency. After calling 000, what can you do to help paramedics?
- Send someone to meet them and guide them to the patient
- Lock the doors to keep the crowd out
- Leave to continue your patrol
- Move the patient to the car park
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Answer: A. Send someone to meet them and guide them to the patient
Guiding paramedics saves time. Keep the area clear and give first aid within your training until they arrive.
Question 25 of 25
What details are usually recorded when a visitor signs in?
- Their home address and bank details
- Name, who they are visiting and the time in and out
- Nothing if they look friendly
- Only their car colour
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Answer: B. Name, who they are visiting and the time in and out
A visitor register shows who is on site, which is vital in an evacuation.

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