New Mexico Security Guard Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a security guard?

1. Monitoring premises for security breaches

2. Naavigating security technology

3. Providing medical assistance during emergencies

4. Enforcing rules and regulations

The correct answer is: Providing medical assistance during emergencies

Providing medical assistance during emergencies is not a primary responsibility of a security guard. While security guards may be trained to call for emergency medical services and may have basic first aid training, administering medical care typically falls outside their official duties. Their main role focuses on ensuring safety and security, responding to threats, monitoring premises, and enforcing rules and regulations. In emergencies, their key responsibility is to maintain security and assist in facilitating the arrival of emergency professionals rather than providing direct medical assistance. This distinction clarifies the essential duties expected of a security guard and the specific training often required for medical response, which is usually designated for healthcare professionals.