PSO PSO Access Control and Security Screening 3

Question 1

Which color-coded threat level system is commonly referenced in federal protective service environments?

Accepted Answer

Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS)

Answer

The Homeland Security Advisory System uses color-coded levels (from green to red) to communicate the national terrorism threat level.

Question 2

A PSO discovers that an access door has been propped open with a brick. The correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Remove the brick, secure the door, document the incident, and notify a supervisor

Answer

A propped door is an immediate security breach that must be corrected, documented, and reported without delay.

Question 3

What information is typically required on a visitor badge issued at a secured facility?

Accepted Answer

Visitor's name, date, authorized area, and escort information

Answer

A visitor badge must identify the individual, limit access to authorized areas, and note any escort requirement so all personnel can verify compliance.

Question 4

Under the principle of 'least privilege' in access control, employees are granted:

Accepted Answer

Only the minimum access necessary to perform their job duties

Answer

Least privilege limits access to only what is required for an employee's role, minimizing the potential damage from accidental or intentional misuse.

Question 5

When a person's access credentials are revoked, the PSO checkpoint should be notified:

Accepted Answer

Immediately, so access is denied without delay

Answer

Immediate notification ensures that revoked credentials are denied at the point of entry without any window of unauthorized access.

PSO - Protective Service Officer Practice Test

PSO - Protective Service Officer Practice Test

PSO PSO Access Control and Security Screening 3