True or False: Security guards can only enforce the highway traffic act on private property.

The assertion that security guards can only enforce the Highway Traffic Act on private property is incorrect. The Highway Traffic Act (HTA) primarily governs the operation of motor vehicles on public highways. However, certain provisions of the act can also be applied on private property under specific conditions, such as when the property is open to the public, or when the property has a direct impact on public roadways.

In general, security guards have the authority to enforce rules and regulations established by the owners of private properties, including traffic-related policies, but they do not have the same enforcement powers as police officers regarding the HTA. Their jurisdiction and the scope of their authority depend on the training received and the specific arrangements made by their employers, as well as provincial regulations.

It’s important to note that while security personnel can assist in managing traffic flow and ensuring compliance with safety measures on private property, they do not possess the legal authority to enforce the HTA in the same manner as law enforcement officers. Therefore, the idea that their enforcement of the HTA is limited strictly to private property does not accurately reflect the broader context of their responsibilities and powers.