CSS CSS Physical Security & Access Control 2

Question 1

Which of the following fence heights is generally considered the minimum for providing serious deterrence in security applications?

Accepted Answer

6–8 feet

Answer

Fences of 6 to 8 feet are generally considered the minimum height to provide a meaningful physical deterrent to intrusion.

Question 2

A security supervisor conducting a physical security survey should prioritize identifying:

Accepted Answer

Vulnerabilities in access points, lighting, fencing, and surveillance coverage

Answer

A physical security survey systematically identifies weaknesses in barriers, lighting, surveillance, and access to guide corrective measures.

Question 3

What is tailgating in the context of access control?

Accepted Answer

An unauthorized person following an authorized individual through a secured door

Answer

Tailgating occurs when an unauthorized person exploits an authorized user's access by following them closely through a secured entry.

Question 4

Which of the following is considered an active deterrent in physical security?

Accepted Answer

A security officer conducting visible patrols

Answer

Active deterrents involve human presence and action; security officers on patrol actively discourage unauthorized access.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a security buffer zone around a protected facility?

Accepted Answer

To create a clear area between the perimeter and the facility that allows detection of intruders

Answer

A buffer zone creates standoff distance between the perimeter and the building, giving officers time to detect and respond to threats.

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