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What is the typical hierarchy of force options in a security guard's use of force continuum?
A use of force continuum typically progresses from least to most severe: basic presence as a deterrent, verbal commands to gain compliance, soft physical contro
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Question: What is the typical hierarchy of force options in a security guard's use of force continuum?
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- Lethal force, physical force, verbal commands, presence. ✅ Presence, verbal commands, soft physical control, hard physical control, intermediate weapons, lethal force.
- Verbal commands, lethal force, soft physical control, intermediate weapons.
- Any force option can be used at any time, depending on the guard's judgment.
Correct answer: Presence, verbal commands, soft physical control, hard physical control, intermediate weapons, lethal force.
Explanation: A use of force continuum typically progresses from least to most severe: basic presence as a deterrent, verbal commands to gain compliance, soft physical control for passive resistance, hard physical control for active resistance, intermediate weapons for active assault, and finally lethal force as a last resort against grievous bodily harm or death.
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