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If a security guard encounters a person who is acting aggressively and brandishing a weapon, what is the safest course of action under OHSA guidelines?

In most workplaces, if a security guard encounters a situation where they are at risk of physical violence, they should retreat to a safe location and call for

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Question: If a security guard encounters a person who is acting aggressively and brandishing a weapon, what is the safest course of action under OHSA guidelines?

Answer options:

  • Engage the person immediately to show strength.
  • Wait for the person to attack first before calling for help.
  • Lock the person in a room until police arrive. ✅ Retreat to a safe location and call for assistance or police.

Correct answer: Retreat to a safe location and call for assistance or police.

Explanation: In most workplaces, if a security guard encounters a situation where they are at risk of physical violence, they should retreat to a safe location and call for backup or police. They should not attempt to resolve it through physical force alone unless necessary for self-defence.

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