Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST) Practice Exam 2025

What document outlines how employees are expected to respond to alarm situations?

1. Emergency contact list

2. Company policies manual

3. Post orders

4. Evacuation plan

The correct answer is: Post orders

Post orders are the specific documents that communicate detailed instructions about security protocols and procedures that employees, particularly security personnel, are expected to follow during various situations, including alarm responses. These orders are tailored to the unique environment and responsibilities of the security staff and provide crucial information about how to act in emergencies, such as what actions to take immediately, whom to contact, and how to ensure safety for themselves and others. The other options serve different functions in emergency preparedness. An emergency contact list is vital for knowing whom to reach out to during a crisis, such as law enforcement or emergency medical services, but it does not outline specific responses. A company policies manual typically contains a broader range of policies regarding employee conduct, safety regulations, and other operational procedures rather than focusing on particular alarm situations. The evacuation plan details the steps employees must follow to evacuate the premises safely during emergencies but may not specify how to respond to an alarm before evacuation is necessary. Therefore, post orders are the most appropriate document for guiding employee responses in alarm situations.