British Columbia Basic Security Training Practice Exam

A worker returns to the worksite after hours and advises he has forgotten his tools in a secure area of the facility that he says he needs the next morning for work at another worksite. What should you do?

1. Let the worker get his tools and submit a report

2. Properly identify the worker, escort him to the area and note all property he removes in detail

3. Refuse him access to the area and advise him to return during business hours the next day

4. Call the property manager at home to get authorization before giving the worker his tools

The correct answer is: Properly identify the worker, escort him to the area and note all property he removes in detail

The correct answer is to properly identify the worker, escort him to the area, and note all property he removes in detail. This is because as a security guard, you are responsible for the security and integrity of the secured areas of the facility. To ensure the safety and prevent unauthorized access or theft, the worker needs to be properly identified and escorted to the secure area. Moreover, noting down all the property he removes will provide a clear record of the items that were taken from the secure area which reduces the potential risk of theft or malfeasance. It also allows for correct and speedy resolution if any disputes about missing property arise later. Furthermore, this approach ensures that while the worker's immediate needs are met, so are the longer-term needs of the facility in maintaining a safe and secure environment. Therefore, these procedures should be followed to ensure the balance between accessibility for employees and maintaining site security.