After using force resulting in any apparent injury, the guard's medical-care duty is to:
Explanation
California civil and criminal jurisprudence treats failure to render or summon aid after force as a significant aggravator — potentially elevating involuntary manslaughter (§192(b)) where death follows, and supporting Bane Act and §1983 claims. Promptly summon EMS, render aid within training, monitor breathing, and document care offered. Options (a), (c), (d) shift responsibility to the injured subject or delay care, both of which create severe exposure and contradict basic duty-of-care obligations.
Law Reference: Cal. Penal Code §836.5 (limited civilian arrest statute) for context; medical emergenciesThis topic, taught in full in the California Guard Card (BSIS Security Guard) guide. California Guard Card — Complete Study Guide (2026) — PDF + EPUB, $9.99 · 14-day refund →
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