SSP Security Technology & Systems 5

Question 1

What is the primary function of a video analytics system integrated with CCTV?

Accepted Answer

Automatically analyze video to detect specific events or behaviors without constant human monitoring

Answer

Video analytics software processes camera feeds in real time to automatically detect defined events—loitering, perimeter breach, abandoned objects—reducing reliance on continuous human monitoring.

Question 2

Which wiring topology provides the highest fault tolerance for a fire alarm system by allowing the system to continue operating if a single break occurs in the circuit?

Accepted Answer

Class A (Style D/E) wiring

Answer

Class A wiring loops back to the panel on both ends, so a single open circuit does not disable the devices; the panel can still communicate with all devices from the other direction.

Question 3

What is a 'duress code' in the context of access control or alarm systems?

Accepted Answer

A secondary PIN that silently alerts a monitoring station that the user is under coercion

Answer

A duress code looks like a normal entry PIN but secretly triggers a silent alarm to notify security personnel that the user is being forced to grant access.

Question 4

In electronic security, what does 'REX' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Remote Exit — a sensor or button that signals a controlled door to unlock for egress

Answer

REX (Request to Exit) devices—motion sensors or push buttons—detect when someone approaches a door from the secured side and signal the access controller to release the lock for safe egress.

Question 5

Which standard published by ASIS International provides guidance on the design, operation, and evaluation of security management systems?

Accepted Answer

ASIS/ANSI ASMS-2022 (Security Management Systems)

Answer

The ASIS/ANSI ASMS standard provides a management system framework for security programs, including planning, implementation, evaluation, and continual improvement aligned with ISO high-level structure.

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SSP Security Technology & Systems 5