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Alberta Security Law and Trespass Course 2026

This course is for security workers in Alberta who want to understand the laws they work under. It covers the Security Services and Investigators Act and Security Programs policy, Alberta's two trespass laws, and arrest and force under the Criminal Code.

  • Course
  • Alberta
  • 25 questions
  • Checked October 12, 2026

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This free course has about 30 minutes of lessons and a 25-question test. Score 80% or more to download a certificate of completion (private, not accredited). Checked against official sources on October 12, 2026.

Start with the lessonsAlberta Security Law and Trespass Course: Lessons: about 30 minutes of reading. Every test question is covered in the lessons.

What you will learn

  • Explain who licenses security workers in Alberta and the main licence rules
  • Identify yourself correctly and follow the code of conduct
  • Know which events must be reported to the Registrar and by when
  • Apply the notice rules of the Trespass to Premises Act and the Petty Trespass Act
  • Describe arrest and force under the Criminal Code and Alberta policy

Score 80% or more to download your certificate.

  1. Question 1 of 25

    Which Alberta law licenses security guards, loss prevention workers and patrol dog handlers?
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    Answer: D. The Security Services and Investigators Act

    Alberta issues security service worker licences under the Security Services and Investigators Act.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    Which government office in Alberta handles security licence applications, updates and cancellations?
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    Answer: C. Security Programs

    Security Programs, part of Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services, handles security service worker licences.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    Which job in Alberta requires a security service worker licence?
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    Answer: C. Loss prevention worker

    Alberta.ca says a security service worker licence is needed to work as a security guard, patrol dog handler, alarm responder, loss prevention worker or bodyguard.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    Under Alberta's Security Programs Policy Manual, which licensees may work without a uniform?
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    Answer: B. Loss prevention and executive security

    The Policy Manual says the loss prevention and executive security sub-classes are exempt from wearing a uniform, but any uniform worn must comply with the law.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    You hold an Alberta security training licence and move to a new security company. What happens?
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    Answer: D. The new employer must apply for a new one

    Alberta training licences are not portable. A new employer must apply for a new one.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    Under Alberta's Security Programs policy, what is a licensee's only formal identification?
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    Answer: B. The licence card

    The Policy Manual says the licence is the only formal identification for licensees. A badge is not a legal document.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    Which badge may an Alberta security licensee use?
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    Answer: A. Only the badge the Registrar approved

    The Policy Manual says only the badge shown in its Appendix B is approved by the Registrar for licensees to use.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    A shopper asks an Alberta guard to prove they are licensed. When may the guard decline to show it?
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    Answer: B. When showing it would impede their duties

    Alberta policy says licensees must show proof of licensing when a member of the public asks, unless doing so may impede their ability to do their duties.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    Under Alberta's Security Programs policy, how may a licensee present themselves to the public?
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    Answer: D. As security staff, never as police

    The Policy Manual prohibits licensees from holding out that they are police or peace officers. They are not police or peace officers under Alberta's Police Act or Peace Officer Act.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    A security company in Alberta wants to change its guards' uniform. What must happen before the new uniform is used?
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    Answer: D. The Registrar must approve it in writing

    Businesses must send front, back and side photos of proposed uniform or vehicle marking changes, and the Registrar must approve them in writing before use.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    Which of these breaks the code of conduct in Alberta's Security Programs Policy Manual?
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    Answer: C. Making a false or misleading statement

    The code of conduct says licensees must act with honesty and integrity and must not make false or misleading statements.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    You move to a new address. How long do you have to tell Alberta's Registrar?
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    Answer: D. 30 days

    Under the Policy Manual, individual licensees report changes such as address, contact details, name or training within 30 days.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    A guard at an Alberta security company uses a baton on duty. How soon must the company report it to the Registrar?
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    Answer: C. Within 24 hours

    Business licensees must report an employee's use of a weapon during duties within 24 hours.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    An Alberta guard handcuffs a person, and nothing else happens. What record is needed?
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    Answer: A. An internal record kept by the employer

    Handcuffing without any other incident needs an internal record, but not a use-of-force report to the Registrar.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    Under Alberta policy, which event requires a use-of-force report to the Registrar?
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    Answer: A. A patrol dog bites a person

    Use-of-force reports are required when a baton or other weapon is used, when someone is seriously injured or killed, or when a patrol dog bites a person.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    Under Alberta's Trespass to Premises Act, where must signs be displayed to give notice not to trespass?
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    Answer: C. At each entrance normally used to enter

    Section 2 of the Trespass to Premises Act allows notice by signs visibly displayed at each of the entrances normally used to enter the premises.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    Under the Trespass to Premises Act, what happens when proper signs are displayed?
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    Answer: B. People are deemed to have had notice

    The Act says a person is deemed to have had notice when signs are displayed as the Act requires.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    Under Alberta's Trespass to Premises Act, is a trespasser guilty of an offence if no damage was done?
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    Answer: D. Yes, even if no damage is caused

    The Act says a trespasser is guilty of an offence whether or not any damage is caused by the trespass.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    Under Alberta's Petty Trespass Act, which land is closed to entry even when no sign or notice is given?
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    Answer: A. Land surrounded by a fence

    The Petty Trespass Act prohibits entry without any notice on lawns, gardens, land used for crops, animals or bees, and land surrounded by a fence or natural boundary or otherwise enclosed to keep people out.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    Under the Petty Trespass Act, a guard authorized by the owner tells a person to leave the land. What must the person do?
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    Answer: C. Leave immediately

    The Petty Trespass Act makes it an offence not to leave land immediately after being told to by the owner or occupier or a person they authorize.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    Since Alberta's trespass laws were strengthened in 2019, what is the maximum fine for a corporation that helps or directs trespassers?
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    Answer: D. $200,000

    Alberta.ca says corporations that help or direct trespassers face fines of up to $200,000.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    In Alberta, how much compensation can a court order a trespasser to pay for loss of or damage to property?
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    Answer: B. Up to $100,000

    Alberta.ca says a court may order up to $100,000 for loss of or damage to property.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    According to Alberta's Security Programs policy, what must a guard do before making an arrest?
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    Answer: D. Say out loud that they are security

    The Policy Manual says licensees must verbally identify themselves as security before an arrest and show their licence card afterwards if asked.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    Under section 494(3) of the Criminal Code, what must a guard do after arresting a person without a warrant?
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    Answer: C. Hand them to a peace officer right away

    Section 494(3) says anyone other than a peace officer who arrests without a warrant must forthwith deliver the person to a peace officer.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    Under section 25 of the Criminal Code, how much force may a person who is authorized to arrest use when acting on reasonable grounds?
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    Answer: C. As much force as is necessary

    Section 25 allows as much force as is necessary for the lawful purpose. Section 26 makes a person criminally responsible for any excess.

What to know before the test

  • Security workers in Alberta are licensed under the Security Services and Investigators Act by Security Programs.
  • A licence card is a licensee's only formal identification. A badge is not a legal document.
  • Licensees must say they are security before making an arrest.
  • A business must report an employee's use of a weapon to the Registrar within 24 hours.
  • Trespass fines in Alberta reach $10,000 for a first offence, $25,000 for a later offence and $200,000 for corporations.

Frequently asked questions

Do Alberta trespass signs have to be at every door?

Under the Trespass to Premises Act, signs must be displayed at each entrance normally used to enter the premises. Notice can also be given orally or in writing.

Can an Alberta security guard call themselves an officer of the law?

No. Alberta policy prohibits licensees from holding out that they are police or peace officers.

What must I report if I lose my licence card?

Report the lost card to Security Programs within 24 hours using the Update to Individual Licence form.

What happens after a guard makes an arrest in Alberta?

Under section 494(3) of the Criminal Code, the guard must deliver the person to a peace officer right away, usually by calling police and waiting with the person.

Is the certificate accredited or officially recognised?

No. It is a private certificate of completion for knowledge only. It is not recognised, accredited or approved by any government, licensing body, regulator or educational institution, and it does not replace any licence, certification or training required by law.

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