CML Physical Security Assessment & Consultation 3

Question 1

What is the definition of 'threat' in physical security terminology?

Accepted Answer

Any person, event, or condition with potential to cause harm

Answer

Any weakness in a physical barrier

Answer

The likelihood that an alarm will fail

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The financial cost of a security breach

Question 2

Which type of glass is most recommended for high-security applications identified during a physical security assessment?

Accepted Answer

Laminated security glass

Answer

Annealed glass

Answer

Tempered glass

Answer

Wired glass

Question 3

During a security assessment for a jewelry store, a locksmith should identify the UL rating most relevant to safes and vaults protecting high-value merchandise. Which rating addresses burglary resistance?

Accepted Answer

UL 687

Answer

UL 752

Answer

UL 2050

Answer

UL 294

Question 4

A client wants to understand 'security in depth.' Which statement best describes this principle?

Accepted Answer

Using multiple overlapping security layers so that defeating one does not compromise the whole system

Answer

Installing the highest-grade lock available on each door

Answer

Conducting annual security audits

Answer

Replacing all hardware every five years

Question 5

When assessing a facility for after-hours security, which combination of factors most increases the risk of an undetected intrusion?

Accepted Answer

No alarm system, no exterior lighting, and a hollow-core door on a weak frame

Answer

Grade 2 deadbolt, interior motion sensor, monitored alarm

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No alarm system, no exterior lighting, and a hollow-metal door

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High-security padlock, camera system, and unmonitored alarm

Question 6

Which professional credential is specifically recognized for locksmiths who conduct formal physical security assessments at the master level?

Accepted Answer

CML (Certified Master Locksmith)

Answer

AHC (Architectural Hardware Consultant)

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CPP (Certified Protection Professional)

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CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector)

Question 7

A locksmith recommends upgrading a door's strike plate. Which specification provides the greatest resistance against kick-in attacks?

Accepted Answer

4-hole heavy-gauge strike plate with 3-inch screws penetrating into the wall stud

Answer

Standard 2-screw strike plate with 3/4-inch screws into the jamb

Answer

Decorative brass strike plate with 1-inch screws

Answer

Surface-mounted strike box with 2-inch screws into jamb