Illinois PI & Security Annual Refresher Training

Module 2 of 10

Surveillance — Static & Mobile

10 questions. Read each one and its correct answer; the reference shows where it comes from. Your study time is recorded while this page is open and in use.

  1. 1. In static surveillance, a 'trigger point' refers to:

    • A.A location where a weapon is stored
    • B.The start of a shift
    • C.A predetermined signal or event that alerts the surveillance team to begin mobile follow (correct answer)
    • D.A legal threshold for arrest

    Reference: Surveillance terminology

  2. 2. An investigator notices the surveillance subject has made their vehicle and is driving erratically in an apparent effort to 'burn' the tail. The correct response is to:

    • A.Speed up and stay behind the vehicle at all costs
    • B.Follow at an increased distance with lights off
    • C.Call the police immediately
    • D.Break off surveillance to avoid compromising the investigation and documenting the event (correct answer)

    Reference: Surveillance best practice

  3. 3. A bodyguard (executive protection specialist) conducting an advance for a principal's visit to a venue should prioritize which of the following?

    • A.Identifying entry/exit points, potential threats, and emergency medical locations (correct answer)
    • B.Selecting the best table for dining
    • C.Reviewing the menu
    • D.Coordinating media access

    Reference: Executive protection advance work

  4. 4. The 'diamond formation' in executive protection is used when:

    • A.A single agent is protecting the principal
    • B.The principal is at a public event with a four-person team (correct answer)
    • C.The principal is being transported by vehicle
    • D.Conducting counter-surveillance

    Reference: EP formation tactics

  5. 5. Which of the following is NOT a legitimate function of a licensed private security officer in Illinois?

    • A.Observing and reporting suspicious activity
    • B.Detaining a shoplifter using reasonable force under the merchant detention privilege
    • C.Conducting warrantless searches of private residences (correct answer)
    • D.Protecting property and persons on assigned premises

    Reference: 225 ILCS 447 / 4th Amendment

  6. 6. A private security officer in Illinois witnesses a person committing a felony on the premises they are guarding. Under Illinois law they may:

    • A.Conduct an interrogation
    • B.Pursue the offender across state lines
    • C.Issue a criminal citation
    • D.Make a citizen's arrest if the felony was committed in their presence (correct answer)

    Reference: 720 ILCS 5/107-3

  7. 7. When applying handcuffs, the double-lock mechanism serves what purpose?

    • A.Prevents the ratchet from tightening further once locked, reducing injury risk (correct answer)
    • B.Makes handcuffs impossible to escape
    • C.Allows the cuffs to be removed without a key
    • D.Increases the maximum grip pressure

    Reference: Use-of-force / handcuffing best practice

  8. 8. The preferred positioning of handcuffs on a subject is:

    • A.In front of the body with palms up
    • B.Behind the back with palms facing outward (away from body) and keyholes facing up (correct answer)
    • C.Around the wrists and ankles simultaneously
    • D.On the dominant wrist only

    Reference: Handcuffing best practice

  9. 9. After securing a subject in handcuffs, what is the FIRST check the officer should perform?

    • A.Check the subject's pockets for weapons
    • B.Read the subject their Miranda rights
    • C.Verify handcuffs are double-locked and check for two-finger gap to prevent injury (correct answer)
    • D.Contact dispatch

    Reference: Handcuffing post-application check

  10. 10. Positional asphyxia in a handcuffed subject is most commonly associated with placing the subject in which position?

    • A.Standing upright
    • B.Seated in a chair
    • C.On their side (recovery position)
    • D.Face down (prone) with weight on the chest (correct answer)

    Reference: Use-of-force / custody safety