Texas Security Level II Certification Practice Test

Can a non-commissioned officer carry a baton if they have completed a training class?

1. Yes

2. No

3. Only if it is approved by the company

4. Only in certain situations

The correct answer is: No

The correct answer is that a non-commissioned officer cannot carry a baton, even if they have completed a training class. In the realm of security and law enforcement, the authority to carry certain types of equipment, such as a baton, is typically granted based on one's commission status, which confirms a level of authorization and responsibility. Non-commissioned officers, while potentially trained, do not hold the same level of credentialing and authority as commissioned officers, which is why they are prohibited from carrying this type of weapon. Moreover, the regulations governing the use of batons are often strict, emphasizing that such tools should only be in the hands of those with the appropriate legal empowerment to utilize them for enforcement purposes. The other options imply nuances of either conditional authorization or specific situational use, but the fundamental training requirement does not supersede the need for a commission in this context.