Physical Security Planning and Implementation

Question 1

Lesson 1
Which of the following statements are true of physical security planning and implementation?

The risk management process must be used to plan which physical security measures should be utilized to protect DoD assets.

a. True
b. False

Answer 1

a. True

True. Assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and risks must be identified before determining which physical security countermeasures to use.

Question 2

Lesson 1
Which of the following statements are true of physical security planning and implementation?

Protection of DoD assets must be performed at any cost; therefore, a cost vs. benefit analysis is not necessary.

a. True
b. False

Answer 2

b. False

False. Cost vs. benefit must always be considered when planning the protection of DoD assets.

Question 3

Lesson 1
Which of the following statements are true of physical security planning and implementation?

Use of oversight tools is an important part of physical security implementation.

a. True
b. False

Answer 3

a. True

True. Oversight tools—such as observations, surveys, and inspections—are important in ensuring that physical security is being implemented appropriately.

Question 4

Lesson 1
Which of the following statements are true of physical security planning and implementation?

Facility design must be considered in physical security planning.

a. True
b. False

Answer 4

a. True

True. Physical security countermeasures must always be planned for when designing a facility.

Question 5

Lesson 1
Which of the following would best be described as a DoD asset?

a. Terrorist
b. Fence
c. Open, unattended installation gate
d. Arms and ammunition
e. Loss of life

Answer 5

d. Arms and ammunition

Arms and ammunition would be considered equipment assets in PIE-FAO, which stands for the following DoD assets: People, Information, Equipment, Facilities, Activities, and Operations.

Question 6

Lesson 1
Which of the following would best be described as a threat?

a. Terrorist
b. Fence
c. Open, unattended installation gate
d. Arms and ammunition
e. Loss of life

Answer 6

a. Terrorist

A terrorist is a threat to DoD assets.

Question 7

Lesson 1
Which of the following would best be described as a vulnerability?

a. Terrorist
b. Fence
c. Open, unattended installation gate
d. Arms and ammunition
e. Loss of life

Answer 7

c. Open, unattended installation gate

A gate to an installation that was inadvertently left open and unattended would be a vulnerability as that would make it easier for unauthorized access to the installation.

Question 8

Lesson 1
Which of the following would best be described as a risk?

a. Terrorist
b. Fence
c. Open, unattended installation gate
d. Arms and ammunition
e. Loss of life

Answer 8

e. Loss of life

Loss of life is a very important risk you must consider when planning for the physical security of an installation or facility.

Question 9

Lesson 1
Which of the following would best be described as a countermeasure?

a. Terrorist
b. Fence
c. Open, unattended installation gate
d. Arms and ammunition
e. Loss of life

Answer 9

b. Fence

A fence is one of many physical security countermeasures used to protect DoD assets.

Question 10

Lesson 1
The [blank] is responsible for the installation’s antiterrorism program.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 10

B. Antiterrorism Officer

Question 11

Lesson 1
[blank] is responsible for providing valuable information on the capabilities, intentions, and threats of adversaries.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 11

D. CI Support

Question 12

Lesson 1
The [blank] analyzes threats to assets and their vulnerabilities.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 12

C. OPSEC Officer

Question 13

Lesson 1
[blank] must be included in the intelligence gathering process so that they can be part of coordinating emergency responses and criminal incidents on a federal installation.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 13

A. Law Enforcement

Question 14

Lesson 1
The [blank] is charged with the management, implementation, and direction of all physical security programs.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 14

E. Physical Security Officer

Question 15

Lesson 1
The [blank] is responsible for the safety of people and property under their command.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 15

G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Question 16

Lesson 1
The [blank] is responsible for mitigating risks against Defense Critical Infrastructure assets that support the mission of an installation or facility.

A. Law Enforcement
B. Antiterrorism Officer
C. OPSEC Officer
D. CI Support
E. Physical Security Officer
F. DCIP Officer
G. Installation Commander/ Facility Director

Answer 16

F. DCIP Officer

Question 17

Lesson 3
Flashlights are a reliable form of continuous lighting.

a. True
b. False

Answer 17

b. False

Question 18

Lesson 3
Emergency lighting depends upon the power supply of the utility company.

a. True
b. False

Answer 18

b. False

Question 19

Lesson 3
Standby lighting is the type of lighting used when the primary power source fails.

a. True
b. False

Answer 19

b. False

Question 20

Lesson 3
Certain types of lighting can incapacitate an intruder.

a. True
b. False

Answer 20

a. True

Question 21

Lesson 3
Controlled lighting is used to illuminate the perimeter of a facility.

a. True
b. False

Answer 21

a. True

Question 22

Lesson 3
[blank] is often used as a temporary barrier when rolled out on the ground.

A. Barbed wire
B. Concertina wire
C. Chain-link fencing
D. Metal ornamental high security fencing

Answer 22

B. Concertina wire

Question 23

Lesson 3
[blank] can be used as permanent standalone fencing but is more often used as an outrigger on the top of the chain link fencing.

A. Barbed wire
B. Concertina wire
C. Chain-link fencing
D. Metal ornamental high security fencing

Answer 23

A. Barbed wire

Question 24

Lesson 3
[blank] is more difficult for intruders to scale.

A. Barbed wire
B. Concertina wire
C. Chain-link fencing
D. Metal ornamental high security fencing

Answer 24

D. Metal ornamental high security fencing

Question 25

Lesson 3 [blank] is a common type of perimeter fencing for DoD facilities. A. Barbed wire B. Concertina wire C. Chain-link fencing D. Metal ornamental high security fencing

Answer 25

C. Chain-link fencing

Question 26

Lesson 3 Securing man-passable openings is one of the most overlooked physical security protective measures. a. True b. False

Answer 26

a. True

Question 27

Lesson 3 Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) prevent unauthorized entry. a. True b. False

Answer 27

b. False

Question 28

Lesson 3 Cost and risk must always be considered when planning which physical security measures to use in a facility or installation. a. True b. False

Answer 28

a. True

Question 29

Lesson 3 Access control systems help to prevent unauthorized entry. a. True b. False

Answer 29

a. True

Question 30

Lesson 3 CCTV can deter loss, theft, or misuse of government property and resources. a. True b. False

Answer 30

a. True

Question 31

Lesson 4 Operational/administrative procedures for normal and emergency situations. A. COOP B. MOU/MOA C. Post Orders D. SOP E. PSP

Answer 31

D. SOP

Question 32

Lesson 4 Comprehensive protective measures for an installation, facility, or activity. A. COOP B. MOU/MOA C. Post Orders D. SOP E. PSP

Answer 32

E. PSP

Question 33

Lesson 4 Roles and responsibilities for individual work areas such as checkpoints and guard gates. A. COOP B. MOU/MOA C. Post Orders D. SOP E. PSP

Answer 33

C. Post Orders

Question 34

Lesson 4 Provisions for back-up facilities, utilities, communication and computer systems, and transportation in the event of a major emergency. A. COOP B. MOU/MOA C. Post Orders D. SOP E. PSP

Answer 34

A. COOP

Question 35

Lesson 4 Provisions for one entity, such as a DoD activity or local law enforcement, fire, and medical services, to provide security assistance to another entity. A. COOP B. MOU/MOA C. Post Orders D. SOP E. PSP

Answer 35

B. MOU/MOA

Question 36

Lesson 5 Combatant Commanders issue both DoD Terrorist Threat Levels and FPCONs. a. True b. False

Answer 36

a. True

Question 37

Lesson 5 Both the DIA and COCOMs issue FPCONs. a. True b. False

Answer 37

b. False

Question 38

Lesson 5 Installation commanders and facility directors issue DoD Terrorist Threat Levels. a. True b. False

Answer 38

b. False

Question 39

Lesson 5 Terrorist Threat Levels are based on information about terrorist groups such as their operational capability and their intentions. a. True b. False

Answer 39

a. True

Question 40

Lesson 5 FPCONs are based on various factors, such as terrorist threat analyses and DoD Terrorist Threat Levels. a. True b. False

Answer 40

a. True

Question 41

Lesson 6 System that standardizes the identification and recommended preventive actions and responses to terrorist threats against U.S. assets. A. Terrorist Threat Levels B. Force Protection C. DoD AT Program D. Force Protection Conditions

Answer 41

D. Force Protection Conditions

Question 42

Lesson 6 The prevention and detection of terrorist attacks against DoD assets as well as the preparation to defend against and planning for the response to the consequences of terrorist incidents. A. Terrorist Threat Levels B. Force Protection C. DoD AT Program D. Force Protection Conditions

Answer 42

C. DoD AT Program

Question 43

Lesson 6 Intelligence threat assessments of the level of terrorist threat faced by U.S. personnel and interests. A. Terrorist Threat Levels B. Force Protection C. DoD AT Program D. Force Protection Conditions

Answer 43

A. Terrorist Threat Levels

Question 44

Lesson 6 Actions taken to prevent or mitigate hostile actions against DoD assets such as DoD personnel, family members, resources, facilities, and critical information. A. Terrorist Threat Levels B. Force Protection C. DoD AT Program D. Force Protection Conditions

Answer 44

B. Force Protection

Question 45

Lesson 6 Internal reviews conducted by members of the organization to aid internal control and ensure cost-effective security program. A. Surveys B. Staff assist visits C. Compliance inspections D. Day-to-day observations E. Management/self-inspections

Answer 45

E. Management/self-inspections

Question 46

Lesson 6 Formal reviews conducted by senior officials in the chain-of-command. A. Surveys B. Staff assist visits C. Compliance inspections D. Day-to-day observations E. Management/self-inspections

Answer 46

C. Compliance inspections

Question 47

Lesson 6 Validate baseline security posture when personnel assume security responsibilities or as a prelude to a formal inspection. A. Surveys B. Staff assist visits C. Compliance inspections D. Day-to-day observations E. Management/self-inspections

Answer 47

B. Staff assist visits

Question 48

Lesson 6 Can be self-initiated or directed by higher authorities to determine the physical security posture of an installation or facility A. Surveys B. Staff assist visits C. Compliance inspections D. Day-to-day observations E. Management/self-inspections

Answer 48

A. Surveys

Question 49

Lesson 6 Most common and informal oversight tool; immediate action taken to correct deficiencies. A. Surveys B. Staff assist visits C. Compliance inspections D. Day-to-day observations E. Management/self-inspections

Answer 49

D. Day-to-day observations

Question 50

Antiterrorism measures used by the DoD to communicate levels of threat in specific areas and what security measures are to be used in response to those threats are called _____________________________________________. a. Terrorist Threat Levels and FPCONs b. FPCONs and THREATCONs c. THREATCONs and Terrorist Threat Levels

Answer 50

a. Terrorist Threat Levels and FPCONs

Question 51

Although the specific content of a Physical Security Plan may vary between components, installations, units, or activities, the format remains the same. a. True b. False

Answer 51

b. False

Question 52

Examples of oversight tools include day-to-day observations, surveys; staff assist visits, _____________________, and analysis of reports. a. policy manuals b. Executive Orders c. Inspections

Answer 52

c. Inspections

Question 53

Every effort should be made to locate lights so they avoid creating a glare problem for both guards and anyone approaching the boundary. a. True b. False

Answer 53

b. False

Question 54

In ______________________________, you must consider the cost versus the benefit of protecting DoD assets. a. making risk management decisions b. identifying vulnerabilities c. assessing risks

Answer 54

a. making risk management decisions

Question 55

In order to calculate risks and determine countermeasure options for an installation or facility, you must assess ____________________________________. a. the Physical Security Plan b. assets, threats, and vulnerabilities c. DoD Directives

Answer 55

b. assets, threats, and vulnerabilities

Question 56

__________________________ are based on information about terrorist groups such as their operational capability, intentions, activity, and the operational environment. a. Continuity of Operations Plans (COOPs) b. Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs) c. DoD Terrorist Threat Levels d. Counterterrorism measures

Answer 56

c. DoD Terrorist Threat Levels

Question 57

Which type of barrier requires action by personnel or equipment to permit entry to personnel or vehicles? a. Passive barriers b. Active barriers c. Natural barriers

Answer 57

b. Active barriers

Question 58

Two antiterrorism tools the DoD uses to safeguard DoD assets are ______________________ and ____________________________. a. Threat Working Group and Post Orders b. Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs) and Terrorist Threat Levels c. Countermeasures and Standard Operating Procedures

Answer 58

b. Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs) and Terrorist Threat Levels

Question 59

__________________________ can result from day-to-day observations or more formal oversight. a. Inspection reports b. Incident reports c. Surveys

Answer 59

b. Incident reports

Question 60

Antiterrorism physical security measures incorporate detection, deterrence, denial, and ____________ a. Notification b. Documentation c. Evaluation d. Determination

Answer 60

a. Notification

Question 61

_________________________ detail(s) the security measures for a facility or installation. a. Post Orders b. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) c. A Physical Security Plan (PSP)

Answer 61

c. A Physical Security Plan (PSP)

Question 62

___________ ensure that FPCONs are uniformly implemented. a. Installation commanders b. Operations Security Officers c. Facility directors d. Geographic Combatant Commanders

Answer 62

c. Facility directors

Question 63

Loss of badges can be a consideration for both manual and automated access control systems. a. True b. False

Answer 63

a. True

Question 64

Physical security implementation includes incorporating physical security measures in the construction and renovation of facilities, as well as using physical security planning documents to implement physical security measures on a day-to-day basis and in emergency situations. a. True b. False

Answer 64

a. True

Question 65

In preparing the inspection report, the inspector should ______________________________________________________. a. only include security violations because the inspection report should be short and to the point b. include his/her opinion on how things should be c. include positive observations to support quality performance

Answer 65

c. include positive observations to support quality performance

Question 66

____________________________________ develop and maintain physical security plans. a. Physical Security Officers b. Defense Critical Infrastructure Protection (DCIP) Program Officers c. Operations Security (OPSEC) Officers

Answer 66

a. Physical Security Officers

Question 67

It's better for an inspector not to announce the inspection in order to create a surprise effect and see how everything really operates. a. True b. False

Answer 67

b. False

Question 68

Low threat levels designate that a terrorist group is in the vicinity and is _________. a. Threatening b. Non-threatening c. Targeted d. Active

Answer 68

b. Non-threatening

Question 69

Physical Security Plans should never contain information that is For Official Use Only (FOUO) or Classified. a. True b. False

Answer 69

b. False

Question 69

During an inspection, the inspector should use a checklist, talk with people, examine and test products, advise personnel about policy and changes to policy, and __________________________________. a. send violators to the senior manager's office for reprimand b. take good notes c. issue security violation citations on the spot

Answer 69

b. take good notes

Question 70

The most common type of fencing material used as a standalone fence in the DoD is __________________. a. Metal ornamental high security b. Barbed wire c. Chain link

Answer 70

c. Chain link

Question 71

__________________________ are NORMAL, ALPHA, BRAVO, CHARLIE, and DELTA. a. Force Protection Conditions b. Counterterrorism measures c. DoD Terrorist Threat Levels

Answer 71

a. Force Protection Conditions

Question 72

The Physical Security Plan should cover the assets of any tenant organizations in the installation or facility a. True b. False

Answer 72

a. True

Question 73

Under FPCON NORMAL, which warrants a routine security posture, access control will be conducted at all DoD installations and facilities. a. True b. False

Answer 73

a. True

Question 74

Threat levels assist senior leaders to determine the appropriate ________ level. a. FPCON b. Classification designation c. GSA security specification d. SOP

Answer 74

a. FPCON

Question 75

____________________________________ provide information on the capabilities, intentions, and threats of adversaries. a. Counterintelligence (CI) support personnel b. Physical Security Officers c. Antiterrorism Officers (ATO)

Answer 75

a. Counterintelligence (CI) support personnel

Question 76

Authorities directing implementation may augment their FPCON by adding security measures from higher FPCON standards as they deem necessary. a. True b. False

Answer 76

a. True

Question 77

There are __________ DoD-approved FPCON levels. a. Three b. Six c. Five d. Four

Answer 77

c. Five

Question 78

___________________ establish operational and administrative physical security procedures for both normal and emergency situations. a. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) b. Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) c. Memorandums of Agreement (MOA)

Answer 78

a. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)