SFPC Physical Security Measures 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of 'crime prevention through environmental design' (CPTED)?

Accepted Answer

Using security cameras in all areas

Answer

CPTED uses environmental design principles to reduce opportunities for criminal activity, including natural surveillance, natural access control, territorial reinforcement, and maintenance.

Question 2

What is a 'perimeter intrusion detection system' (PIDS) used for?

Accepted Answer

Detecting unauthorized intrusions along a facility's perimeter using sensors, cameras, and alarms

Answer

A PIDS detects unauthorized access attempts along a facility's perimeter through various sensor technologies, triggering alerts that allow security personnel to respond.

Question 3

What is the purpose of 'mantrap' or 'airlock' entry systems in physical security?

Accepted Answer

To create a buffer zone that prevents tailgating by requiring each person to be authenticated before the inner door opens

Answer

A mantrap or airlock entry system prevents tailgating by requiring that one door fully close and authenticate before the next door opens, ensuring each person entering is individually verified.

Question 4

What is 'biometric authentication' and what advantage does it provide over traditional access cards?

Accepted Answer

Authentication using unique physical or behavioral characteristics that cannot easily be stolen, lost, or shared

Answer

Biometric authentication uses unique physical traits (fingerprints, iris patterns, facial features) that are much harder to steal, duplicate, or share than access cards, providing stronger authentication.

Question 5

What is a 'security lighting' requirement and how does it contribute to physical security?

Accepted Answer

Illumination that deters unauthorized activity by reducing concealment opportunities and enabling surveillance cameras to capture clear images

Answer

Security lighting deters unauthorized access by eliminating dark areas where intruders could conceal themselves and improving visibility for security patrols and surveillance cameras.

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SFPC Physical Security Measures 2