COBRA Physical Security Fundamentals Flashcards

What is the primary purpose of a security perimeter in a COBRA-monitored facility?

Answer: To define the outer boundary of protection and deter, detect, or delay unauthorized entry

A security perimeter defines the outer boundary of protection and is designed to deter, detect, or delay unauthorized entry.

Which of the following is an example of a physical security barrier used at facility entry points?

Answer: A bollard or vehicle barrier preventing unauthorized vehicle access

Bollards and vehicle barriers are physical security devices that prevent unauthorized vehicle access at facility entry points.

What does the term 'layered security' mean in the context of physical security?

Answer: Using multiple overlapping security measures so that defeating one layer does not compromise overall security

Layered security means using multiple overlapping measures so that defeating one layer does not fully compromise the overall security posture.

A COBRA operator notices a door that should be secured is propped open. The correct response is to:

Answer: Immediately notify security personnel to investigate and secure the door, then document the event

An unsecured door is a physical security breach that must be immediately reported, investigated, and documented.

What is the function of a mantrap (airlock entry) in a secured facility?

Answer: To create a controlled entry buffer that prevents tailgating by allowing only one person through at a time

A mantrap prevents tailgating by requiring one person to clear the first door before the second door opens, creating a controlled entry buffer.

Which type of lock is most commonly used on high-security doors in COBRA-monitored facilities?

Answer: Electronic access control locks integrated with the console's access control system

Electronic access control locks integrated with the console system allow real-time monitoring, audit trails, and remote locking or unlocking.