West Virginia Security Guard Practice Exam

What should you be aware of when using your sense of taste at work?

1. Unknown liquids

2. Unknown gases

3. Temperature and textures

4. You should never be using your sense of taste

The correct answer is: You should never be using your sense of taste

As a security guard, you should never use your sense of taste at work. This is because trying to taste or consume unfamiliar substances can be dangerous, possibly harmful and can put you at risk. Your job as a security guard is to secure and protect, not to test substances. A security guard should rely on their other senses such as sight, hearing, and smell to gather information about their environment. Even then, those senses should be used taking into consideration the safety and security principles, not exposing yourself to danger. Taste involves direct contact with a possibly harmful substance, therefore it's not advised to be used in a professional security setting. This is due to potential exposure to harmful chemicals, toxins, or pathogens. Therefore, being aware of this principle is an important part of maintaining your safety and health as a security guard.