OSH Security Practice Test

What is the one piece of ID that a Security Guard on duty is required to carry by law?

1. A Driver’s license issued in the province or country of origin

2. A Canadian Social Insurance Card or permit to work

3. A current passport issued in Canada or the country of the worker’s origin

4. A security guard License issued to the Guard in the province of Ontario

The correct answer is: A security guard License issued to the Guard in the province of Ontario

The correct answer is that a security guard is required to carry a security guard license issued to them in the province of Ontario. This license serves as an official credential that confirms the individual has met specific training and certification requirements to perform their duties legally. Carrying this license not only validates their status as a security professional but also signifies compliance with provincial regulations governing security services. Having this license is crucial because it allows for identification enforcement and ensures that security guards are operating within the legal framework required in Ontario. It also provides a measure of accountability and professionalism, which is essential in the security industry. The other options, while they may represent forms of identification, do not fulfill the legal obligation specifically tied to the role of a security guard in Ontario. A driver's license, social insurance card, or passport may serve various purposes, but they do not establish the individual's eligibility or authorization to engage in security operations in the province.