In forcible entry operations, what is recommended before leaving the scene?

• A. Disable all alarms
• B. Take steps to secure the building
• C. Immediately search the entire building
• D. Leave doors open

Answer: (B)

Securing the building after making forcible entry is essential. Once the immediate actions inside are done, you want to prevent further hazards and protect the property by controlling access and preserving the scene for investigators. This means closing and locking doors you used, securing any opened entry points, and ensuring the building’s security system is reactivated or notified as required. Taking these steps helps prevent rekindling, weather-related damage, theft or vandalism, and ensures the scene remains intact for later assessment. Leaving alarms disabled, searching the entire building after you’re ready to depart, or leaving doors open would undermine safety and security, so they’re not appropriate choices.