PSP Perimeter Security and Physical Barriers 2

Question 1

The US Department of State's K-rating system for anti-ram barriers tests a vehicle at 50 mph. What does a K12 rating indicate?

Accepted Answer

The barrier stops a 15,000 lb vehicle traveling at 50 mph

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The barrier withstands 12,000 foot-pounds of impact force

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The barrier stops a 65,000 lb vehicle traveling at 50 mph

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The barrier is 12 inches thick at the base

Question 2

What is the recommended minimum distance between parallel rows of concertina wire on a high-security perimeter fence to slow intruder movement?

Accepted Answer

The rows should not be parallel but staggered

Answer

6 inches apart

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2 feet apart

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One strand is sufficient for most applications

Question 3

Which fence type is recommended by ASIS for high-security applications due to its rigidity and resistance to cut-through attacks?

Accepted Answer

Welded wire mesh panel fence

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Chain-link fence (11-gauge)

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Woven wire fence

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Wooden privacy fence

Question 4

A security assessment reveals that an 8-foot chain-link fence has a gate that takes 90 seconds to close and lock. What vulnerability does this represent?

Accepted Answer

Perimeter delay vulnerability — insufficient closure speed allows vehicle intrusion

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Administrative vulnerability — inadequate access control policy

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Structural vulnerability — the gate is too heavy for the hinge capacity

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Technological vulnerability — the gate lacks electronic monitoring

Question 5

According to FEMA and DoD perimeter security standards, what is the recommended minimum clear zone width on BOTH sides of an outer perimeter fence?

Accepted Answer

20 feet (6m) inside, 20 feet (6m) outside

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10 feet (3m) inside, 10 feet (3m) outside

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50 feet (15m) inside, 20 feet (6m) outside

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No specific requirement — determined by risk assessment

Question 6

What is a 'hostile vehicle mitigation' (HVM) strategy and when is it required in US federal facility security planning?

Accepted Answer

Physical measures to prevent vehicle-borne attacks; required when standoff distances cannot be met

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Background checks for all vehicle operators entering federal property

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GPS tracking of all vehicles on federal property

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Vehicle barriers required at all federal facilities regardless of threat level