What makes up a perimeter?

Fences, walls, doors, windows, and roofs.

What is the first line of defense?

The perimeter.

Why do we evaluate perimeters?

To identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses.

Why is perimeter security important?

It increases the chance offenders are caught or give up.

What are examples of window protection?

Bars, alarms, stronger glass, locks.

What are examples of door protection?

Deadbolts, reinforced hinges, alarms, peep holes, and locking pins.

What is surveillance?

Observing activities inside or outside a facility.

What are examples of surveillance methods?

Cameras, patrols, K9 units, and drones.

What are benefits of surveillance?

Evidence collection and improved responder safety.

What are problems with CCTV systems?

Cost, maintenance, privacy concerns, tampering, and morale issues.

Which is NOT a major CCTV issue?

Clarity.

What does FOIP regulate?

Privacy and information protection.

Why can't organizations use fake cameras?

Liability concerns.

What is the primary goal of physical security?

Protect against intrusion, theft, vandalism, sabotage, fire, accidents, and disasters.

What are the two goals of physical security barriers?

Deny and Delay.

Why is delaying an intruder important?

It buys time for response and increases the chance of detection.

What are natural barriers?

Water, trees, vegetation, and terrain.

What are structural barriers?

Fences, walls, and barbed wire.

What are the advantages of fences?

Defines space and keeps people out.

What are disadvantages of fences?

Expense and restricted movement.

What must fences have to remain effective?

Inspections and patrols.

What exterior defenses support perimeter security?

Parking controls, surveillance, lighting, and gates.

What are the four common lighting types?

Incandescent, Fluorescent, Sodium Vapor, LED.

What sensitive areas require greater protection?

Filing rooms, cash offices, server rooms, and equipment storage.

What is target hardening?

Increasing security measures to make access more difficult.

What are examples of internal access control measures?

Keys, ID badges, electronic fobs, and policies.

What is the difference between surveillance and alarm systems?

Surveillance observes; alarms signal an event.

What are the three types of alarm systems?

Intrusion, Fire, and Special-Use.

What is an intrusion alarm system?

Detects unauthorized entry.

What is a fire alarm system?

Detects or responds to fire conditions.

What is a special-use alarm system?

Detects hazards like heat, toxic fumes, or machinery problems.

What type of alarm detects abnormal temperature in a research lab?

Special-use system.

What three components exist in all alarm systems?

Sensors, Circuits, and Enunciators.

What is a sensor?

A device that detects changes in conditions.

What is a circuit?

A device that transfers alarm signals.

What is an enunciator?

A device that alerts people to an alarm condition.

What is required for any alarm system to be effective?

A response capability.

What is a central alarm system?

Sends signals to a monitoring facility.

What is a proprietary alarm system?

Sends signals to company-operated monitors.

What is a localized alarm system?

Sounds locally without external monitoring.