Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST) Practice Exam 2024

What is the most important rule about the use of force as a security professional?

1. Use it as a first resort

2. Apply maximum force necessary

3. Avoid it as much as possible

4. Only use verbal force

The correct answer is: Avoid it as much as possible

The most important rule about the use of force as a security professional is to avoid it as much as possible. This means that the use of force should only be considered as a last resort and should be avoided whenever possible. Option A, using it as a first resort, goes against the principle of de-escalation and can lead to unnecessary harm or escalation of the situation. Option B, applying maximum force necessary, also goes against the idea of using force as a last resort and may result in excessive force being used. Option D, only using verbal force, is not always effective and may not be enough in certain situations where physical force may be necessary for protection or to diffuse the situation.