CPL Physical Security Surveys & Risk Assessment 3

Question 1

When recommending strike plate hardware during a security survey for a wood-frame door, what screw length is recommended to resist kick-in attacks?

Accepted Answer

3-inch wood screws

Answer

3-inch screws penetrate through the door jamb into the wall stud, providing structural resistance against the kick-in forces that typically split the frame at the strike.

Question 2

In CPTED-based security surveys, what is the significance of 'sight lines'?

Accepted Answer

Unobstructed views that enable natural surveillance of an area

Answer

Clear sight lines support natural surveillance by allowing occupants and passersby to observe and deter suspicious activity, a foundational CPTED principle.

Question 3

Which UL listing is most relevant when evaluating the security rating of safes during a commercial security assessment?

Accepted Answer

UL 687 (Burglary-Resistant Safes)

Answer

UL 687 covers testing and rating standards for burglary-resistant safes, making it the primary standard for evaluating safe security in a commercial assessment.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a written security survey report delivered to a client after an assessment?

Accepted Answer

To provide prioritized vulnerability findings, recommendations, and estimated costs

Answer

A security survey report documents identified vulnerabilities, prioritizes recommendations by risk level, and provides cost estimates to help the client make informed security investment decisions.

Question 5

In an access control security assessment, what does 'credential management' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The system for issuing, tracking, and revoking access credentials throughout their lifecycle

Answer

Credential management encompasses the full lifecycle of access credentials—issuing them to authorized users, auditing who has access, and promptly revoking credentials when access is no longer needed.

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CPL Physical Security Surveys & Risk Assessment 3