ALOA Access Control Systems 3

Question 1

UL 294 is the standard that applies to which access control component?

Accepted Answer

Access control system units (panels, readers, software)

Answer

Electric strikes

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Door closers

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Electromagnetic locks

Question 2

In an access control system, what is the function of the door position switch (DPS)?

Accepted Answer

To monitor whether the door is open or closed and report its status to the access control panel

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To control the electric strike

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To read RFID credentials

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To request exit

Question 3

Which credential technology provides the highest level of security due to encryption and mutual authentication between the card and reader?

Accepted Answer

Smart card (13.56 MHz with encryption, e.g., HID iCLASS SE)

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125 kHz proximity card

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Magnetic stripe card

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Wiegand card

Question 4

What does 'anti-passback' mean in an access control system?

Accepted Answer

A rule preventing a credential from being used to enter the same zone twice in a row without first exiting

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A feature that blocks tailgating at turnstiles

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A setting that disables a card after it is reported stolen

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A policy requiring two-person authorization

Question 5

Which power supply consideration is critical when installing a fail-safe magnetic lock on a fire egress door?

Accepted Answer

The lock must release (de-energize) on fire alarm activation

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The lock must remain energized during a fire alarm

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The lock must be connected to a battery backup only

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The lock must be installed with a manual key override

Question 6

What is the primary function of an access control 'time zone' or 'schedule' setting?

Accepted Answer

To restrict when a credential is valid, allowing access only during defined hours or days

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To set the clock on the access control panel

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To schedule automatic firmware updates

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To define the door hold-open time