BOMA BOMA Security & Access Control 3

Question 1

What is 'cybersecurity' relevance to modern commercial building management?

Accepted Answer

Protecting building automation systems, access control networks, and tenant data from cyber threats that could compromise physical security or operations

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Cybersecurity only applies to technology companies leasing space in office buildings

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Ensuring building Wi-Fi networks comply with FCC regulations for commercial properties

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Providing secure internet connectivity to tenants as a building amenity

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'security audit' in commercial property management?

Accepted Answer

Systematic review of all security measures, policies, and performance to identify gaps and recommend improvements

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Annual financial audit of the building's security budget expenditures

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Background check audit of all security staff annually

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Compliance audit verifying building security meets insurance policy requirements

Question 3

What does 'workplace violence prevention' require of commercial building management under OSHA General Duty Clause?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing foreseeable workplace violence hazards and implementing reasonable measures to prevent or mitigate them

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Installing metal detectors at all building entrances for any building with more than 100 occupants

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Requiring all tenants to conduct mandatory workplace violence training for all employees

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Conducting quarterly active shooter drills for all building occupants

Question 4

What is 'active shooter response training' based on DHS guidelines recommended for commercial building occupants?

Accepted Answer

Run (evacuate if possible), Hide (if evacuation is not possible), Fight (as a last resort)

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Lock all building exits and wait for police to arrive and clear the building

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Follow only the building's fire evacuation plan, as it addresses all emergency scenarios

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Call 911 first before taking any other action regardless of immediate danger

Question 5

What is 'chain of custody' documentation important for in commercial building security incidents?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a documented, unbroken record of who accessed, handled, or controlled evidence to preserve its legal admissibility

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Documenting the transfer of building keys between management and maintenance staff

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Documenting the sequence of command during emergency response

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Recording the transfer of building management responsibilities between property managers

Question 6

What does 'natural surveillance' mean in CPTED-based commercial building security design?

Accepted Answer

Designing spaces to maximize visibility, making it difficult for criminals to act without being observed by legitimate users

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Using trained security dogs to patrol building perimeters and common areas

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Relying on neighbors and passersby to report suspicious activity to building security

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Using natural landscaping to block views into sensitive building areas