Access Control

Upon completion of this chapter, the student will be able to: 

1.    Explain the concept of controlling access to an employer‘s property by environmental design. Cite specific types and methods utilized by the security officer industry.
2.    Identify the components of a security survey and provide an assessment of positive and negative types of access control and security measures.
3.    Identify acceptable forms of identification and access control notification procedures to include, but not limited to the following.

  • Vendors/deliveries

  • Visitors

  • Employees

4. Identify the benefits of controlled access points and the importance of daily monitored electronic or manual login procedures.