The Complete Guide for CPP Examination Preparation

INTRODUCTION
Why Should I Take the CPP Exam?
Exam Requirements
Preparing to Take the Exam
Helpful Hints
The Test and Additional Study Materials

SECURITY MANAGEMENT
Overview
Useful Definitions
Management Theories
Selection of Outside Services
Financial Responsibilities
Disciplinary Procedures
Delegation of Responsibility and Authority
Media Relations
Training of Personnel
Arming of Personnel
Concluding Thoughts

INVESTIGATIONS
Introduction
Constitutional and Legal Restraints on Sources of Information
Law Enforcement and Professional Investigators
Methods of Investigations
Interviews and Interrogations
Nonverbal and Verbal Responses
Surveillance Methods
Results and Reports
Types of Investigations

PROTECTION OF SENSITIVE INFORMATION
What Constitutes Sensitive Information
Criteria Used in Categorizing Sensitive Information
Trade Secrets
Patents
Government Classifications

SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE
The Controlled Substance Act (Title II, Comprehensive Drug
Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970 [Public Law 91-513])
Narcotics
Depressants
Stimulants
Hallucinogens
Cannabis
Miscellaneous Points
Summary

PHYSICAL SECURITY
Security Functions
Security versus Risk
Security Survey
Matrix or Grid Technique
Levels of Physical Security
Physical Security Defenses
Access Control Systems
Smart Card Integration
Clear Zone
Landscaping
Inner Barriers
Intrusion Alarm Systems
Alarm Monitoring Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
Classification of Fires

PERSONNEL SECURITY
Purpose and Functions
Employee Screening
Personnel Investigations
The Applicant Investigation
Miscellaneous Matters

EMERGENCY PLANNING
Introduction
Objectives
Developing the Plan
Corporate Recovery Functions
Long-Term Recovery
Preparing for Recovery

GUARD FORCE MANAGEMENT
Setting Up a Proprietary Guard Force
Other Considerations
Scheduling of Manpower
Contracting with an Outside Guard Agency
Negotiating with the Contract Company
Blending In-House and Contract Services
The Need for Effective Communications in Security
Interfacing with the Security Contractor
Disciplinary Procedures
Conclusion

LEGAL ASPECTS AS THEY RELATE TO THE SECURITY FIELD
Basic Concepts of Criminal Law
The Basic Elements of a Crime
Defenses That Often Excuse Criminal Responsibility
Laws Regarding Arrest
Searches and Seizures with a Warrant
Searches and Seizures without a Warrant
Confessions and Admissions
Pre-Trial Identification Procedures
Special Legal Aspects of Private Security
Legal Liabilities of Private Security Personnel
Selected Criminal Violations Significant to the Security Function
The Bill of Rights - Pertinent Points and Concepts

LIAISON
The Changing Role of the Security Professional
The Security Professional as a Business Person
Interfacing with Law Enforcement
Trends in Security and Law Enforcement
Building Rapport with Law Enforcement
Conclusions

Appendix A: The CPP® Exam
Appendix B: Sample Test Questions
Appendix C: Security Survey
Appendix D: Physical Security Glossary Terms