CPO Chapter 23

What is the primary goal of a security investigation?

• To detain suspects without evidence

• To share case details with everyone involved

• To gather and connect facts to reach a logical conclusion

• To rely on hunches and assumptions

Why is it important for security professionals to understand the limits of their authority?

• To ensure they can prosecute suspects

• To avoid overstepping their boundaries and acting unlawfully

• To ensure they can perform legal searches

• To avoid solving internal problems

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Which type of question is most effective when interviewing a witness?

• Questions that require a yes or no answer

• Questions that start with 'who', 'what', 'where', 'when', 'why', and 'how'

• Questions that suggest the answer

• Questions that focus on the investigator's assumptions

What is the first step in a preliminary investigation?

• Contacting law enforcement

• Securing the scene and ensuring safety

• Reviewing reports

• Conducting surveillance

What does the ASIS Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) credential signify?

• Expertise in surveillance equipment only

• Ability to perform legal searches

• Advanced skills in case management, evidence collection, and testimony

• Basic knowledge of security systems