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Which of the following would NOT be a way to protect yourself from allegations of excessive use of force

  1. Keep good notes

  2. Maintain a high level of professionalism

  3. When questioning persons always stand in their personal space

  4. Use techniques that are authorized by law

The correct answer is: When questioning persons always stand in their personal space

Invading someone's personal space while questioning them is not a good practice for a security guard and tends not to protect you from allegations of excessive force. This action might escalate a notoriously tense situation, instead of deescalating it, leading to possible conflicts that would increase the chances of alleging an excessive use of force. In contrast, maintaining a respectable distance respects individuals' personal space and promotes a safer and non-threatened environment. In such a setting, the need for the use of force is reduced, minimising the possibilities for an allegation of excessive force to be made. Furthermore, it's essential for a security guard to act within the boundaries of the law. Therefore, using lawful techniques, maintaining professional conduct and keeping good notes on all actions taken can act as protection against these types of allegations by providing fact-based evidence and showcasing respect to the individual's personal boundaries.