CPI Physical Security & Access Control Flashcards
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What is the 'defense in depth' principle as applied to physical security inspections?
Answer: Layering multiple overlapping security controls so failure of one does not compromise the whole system
Defense in depth uses multiple layers of security controls so that if one layer is breached, subsequent layers continue to protect assets.
During a physical security assessment, a CPI evaluates fence height. What minimum height does most commercial security guidance recommend for a perimeter security fence?
Answer: 8 feet
Most commercial security standards recommend a minimum 8-foot perimeter fence to deter and delay unauthorized intrusion.
Which lighting type is most effective for perimeter security in outdoor environments?
Answer: High-pressure sodium or LED floodlights with motion activation
High-pressure sodium or LED floodlights with motion activation provide bright, energy-efficient illumination that deters intruders and aids camera capture.
A CPI identifies that a facility's visitor log is paper-based and uncontrolled. What is the most significant security risk?
Answer: Lack of accurate accountability and inability to quickly verify who is currently on-site in an emergency
An uncontrolled paper log cannot reliably confirm who is on-site, creating accountability gaps and emergency muster failures.
What is 'CPTED' and how does it relate to physical security inspections?
Answer: Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design — using design and landscaping to reduce crime opportunities
CPTED is a security philosophy that uses natural surveillance, territorial reinforcement, and environmental design to reduce opportunities for crime.
Which of the following is a key indicator of forced entry that a CPI should document during a post-incident inspection?
Answer: Tool marks, splintering around door frames, or bent hardware indicating prying or forcing
Tool marks, frame splintering, and bent hardware are physical evidence of forced entry attempts that must be carefully documented.
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