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  1. A GSA-approved Class 5 container is primarily designed to protect against:

    Answer: Forced and covert entry with classified information

    Class 5 and 6 containers are GSA-approved for classified storage and resist forced and surreptitious entry.

  2. What is a key advantage of an electromechanical lock like the X-10?

    Answer: Self-powered with automatic combination change capability and audit

    The X-10 is self-powered and allows easy combination changes without removing the lock.

  3. What should an FSO do FIRST upon finding a security container unlocked and unattended?

    Answer: Guard it and report it, then inventory contents

    Protect the container, notify security, and inventory for possible compromise.

  4. What is a Class A vault primarily constructed to do?

    Answer: Provide secure open-shelf storage of classified material with high-grade construction

    A vault is a built-to-spec secure room for classified storage.

  5. Which method is acceptable for destroying classified CDs?

    Answer: Approved disintegrator or shredder meeting NSA criteria

    Optical media must be destroyed using NSA-evaluated equipment to render data unrecoverable.

  6. What is Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) used for?

    Answer: Detecting eavesdropping devices in sensitive areas

    TSCM sweeps look for covert listening and surveillance devices.

  7. Which control best prevents tailgating at a classified facility entrance?

    Answer: A mantrap or turnstile with badge reader and training

    Physical entry control plus employee awareness prevents unauthorized followers.

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