Ontario Security Law and Trespass Course 2026
This course is for licensed security guards and new guards in Ontario. It covers the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005, the rules on licences, uniforms, titles and equipment, the Code of Conduct and complaints, the Trespass to Property Act, and arrest and force under the Criminal Code.
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这门免费课程包含约35分钟的课文和一套25道题的测试。得分达到80%或以上即可下载结业证书(私人颁发,未经认证)。 已于2026年10月12日根据官方资料核对。
你将学到什么
- Explain Ontario's licence rules, including carrying and showing your licence
- Follow the uniform, title and equipment rules under the PSISA
- Describe the Code of Conduct and how public complaints work
- Apply the Trespass to Property Act offences, notice and arrest rules
- Compare trespass arrest with arrest and force under the Criminal Code
得分达到80%或以上即可下载证书。
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第1题,共25题
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答案: D. The Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005
Ontario regulates guards, investigators and agencies under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005 (PSISA).
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第2题,共25题
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答案: A. You cannot work as a guard and an investigator at once
A dual licence covers both roles, but the holder cannot work as both at the same time.
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第3题,共25题
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答案: A. Digital only, carried as a digital or printed copy
Physical licence cards stopped on September 30, 2023. Guards carry a digital or printed copy of their digital licence.
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第4题,共25题
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答案: D. Show it
Guards must carry their licence on duty and show it to anyone who asks, including employers, police and the public.
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第5题,共25题
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答案: A. Within 5 days
Licensees must notify the ministry within 5 days of a conviction or finding of guilt for a listed offence.
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第6题,共25题
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答案: B. Two birthdays after it is issued
The expiry date is tied to your birthday: a licence expires two birthdays after its issue date.
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第7题,共25题
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答案: A. An ID tag, the employer's name or logo, and the word SECURITY
The uniform regulation requires an ID tag, the employer's name, logo or crest, and SECURITY or SECURITY GUARD in a contrasting colour.
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第8题,共25题
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答案: D. Rank chevrons
Rank chevrons, black or navy blue collared shirts, striped pants and police-style forage caps are not allowed.
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第9题,共25题
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答案: B. Bodyguards and plain-clothes loss prevention guards
Bodyguards and guards in loss prevention, theft protection or plain-clothes roles are exempt, but must still show their licence on request.
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第10题,共25题
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答案: D. "Officer" is a word guards may not use for themselves
Licensees may not describe themselves using words such as detective, private detective, law enforcement, special constable, police or officer.
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第11题,共25题
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答案: A. It is not allowed as a symbol of authority
Guards may not carry any symbol of authority other than their licence and uniform; a metal badge is the example given.
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第12题,共25题
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答案: B. For defensive purposes only
Guards may use only employer-issued equipment, and a baton only for defensive purposes.
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第13题,共25题
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答案: D. Patrolling on a leash, with a fluorescent collar and ID tag
Dogs must be leashed, collared, tagged and trained, and may not be used for crowd control or to pursue or restrain a person.
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第14题,共25题
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答案: B. A Use of Force Report
Agencies must train guards in use-of-force options and complete a Use of Force Report when force is used, keeping it at least two years.
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第15题,共25题
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答案: C. O. Reg. 363/07
The Code of Conduct is O. Reg. 363/07 under the PSISA.
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第16题,共25题
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答案: D. Using profanity or abusive language
The Code requires honesty and respect and forbids profanity, abusive language, excessive force and being impaired on duty.
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第17题,共25题
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答案: B. Within 90 days of the incident
Complaints should be made within 90 days. Later complaints need reasons and the registrar's agreement.
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第18题,共25题
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答案: C. A fine up to $25,000, a year in jail, or both
The study guide says PSISA offences can carry a fine of up to $25,000, imprisonment of up to one year, or both.
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第19题,共25题
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答案: A. Staying after the occupier's agent tells you to leave
Subsection 2(1) makes it an offence to enter where entry is prohibited, to do a prohibited activity, or to not leave right away when the occupier or a person they authorize tells you to.
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第20题,共25题
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答案: D. Verbally, in writing, or by signs or markings
Notice that entry or an activity is prohibited can be given verbally, in writing, or by signs or markings.
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第21题,共25题
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答案: C. Yes, cultivated land counts as notice
Ontario treats land under cultivation as notice against entry, even without a sign.
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第22题,共25题
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答案: D. Call police as soon as possible and hand the person over
A guard who arrests under the Act must contact police as soon as possible and deliver the person to a police officer.
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第23题,共25题
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答案: B. Only the arrest powers any person has under the Criminal Code
Guards have no police or peace officer powers; they use the arrest powers any person has.
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第24题,共25题
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答案: D. on or in relation to the property they protect
Section 494(2) lets the owner, lawful possessor or a person they authorize arrest someone found committing a criminal offence on or in relation to that property.
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第25题,共25题
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答案: A. As much force as is necessary
Section 25(1) protects a person who acts on reasonable grounds and uses as much force as is necessary. Under section 26, anyone who uses too much force is criminally responsible for the excess.
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考前须知
- Ontario guards are licensed under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005. Since September 30, 2023, licences are digital only.
- Guards must carry their licence on duty and show it to anyone who asks, including police and members of the public.
- Guards may not call themselves detective, law enforcement, special constable, police or officer.
- PSISA offences can carry a fine of up to $25,000, up to one year in jail, or both.
- A guard who arrests a trespasser under the Trespass to Property Act must call police as soon as possible and hand the person over.
常见问题
Can an Ontario security guard call themselves a security officer?
No. Ontario guards may not describe themselves with the word officer, or with words such as police, detective, law enforcement or special constable.
Do I have to show my security licence if someone asks?
Yes. You must carry your licence, in digital or printed form, while working and show it to anyone who asks.
Can a guard arrest someone for trespassing in Ontario?
The Trespass to Property Act allows an arrest without a warrant of a person on premises in breach of section 2. The guard must call police as soon as possible and hand the person over. Many employers limit arrests by policy.
How do I complain about a security guard in Ontario?
Anyone can file a free complaint with the Ministry of the Solicitor General, online or by mail, ideally within 90 days of the incident.
这份证书是否经过认证或获得官方认可?
不是。这是一份私人颁发的结业证书,仅用于知识学习。它未获得任何政府、执照发放机构、监管机构或教育机构的认可、认证或批准,也不能替代法律要求的任何执照、资格证书或培训。
资料来源
- Requirements for security guards and private investigators (Ontario.ca)
- Security guard or private investigator licence: individuals (Ontario.ca)
- Requirements for security guard and private investigator agencies (Ontario.ca)
- Public complaints: security guards and private investigators (Ontario.ca)
- Security guard study guide (Ontario.ca)
- Trespass to Property Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. T.21 (e-Laws)
- Criminal Code, section 494
- Criminal Code, section 25