Locksmith Security Systems 4

Question 1

What is the main function of a central station in a monitored alarm system?

Accepted Answer

To receive alarm signals and dispatch emergency responders

Answer

Central monitoring stations receive alarm signals 24/7 and coordinate the appropriate emergency response on behalf of the subscriber.

Question 2

Which standard governs the installation of burglar alarm systems in the United States?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/SIA CP-01

Answer

ANSI/SIA CP-01 is the Control Panel Standard that defines false alarm reduction features for alarm control panels in the US.

Question 3

What does a 'swinger shutdown' feature do on an alarm panel?

Accepted Answer

Stops reporting repeated activations of the same zone after a set number of trips

Answer

Swinger shutdown silences repeated reports from a repeatedly-triggered zone to prevent alarm fatigue and false dispatches.

Question 4

In access control terminology, what does 'tailgating' (piggybacking) refer to?

Accepted Answer

An unauthorized person following an authorized person through a secured door

Answer

Tailgating occurs when an unauthorized individual slips through a controlled door by closely following a legitimate cardholder.

Question 5

A mantrап (airlock) entry system is designed to prevent which security threat?

Accepted Answer

Tailgating through secured access points

Answer

A mantrap requires each person to be individually authenticated in an enclosed vestibule before a second door can open, preventing tailgating.

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