System Guides

Threat Assessments: Evidence of conducted threat assessments to identify potential physical threats and vulnerabilities to the organization's facilities.

Risk Mitigation Plans: Records of risk mitigation plans that address identified physical and environmental threats, including strategies for reducing risks and vulnerabilities.

Environmental Controls: Documentation of measures to protect equipment and sensitive information from environmental hazards, such as fire suppression systems, temperature control, and humidity monitoring.

Emergency Response Plans: Proof of well-defined emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, communication protocols, and recovery strategies in the event of physical incidents like fire, natural disasters, or unauthorized intrusions.

Security Testing: Records of security tests and evaluations conducted to assess the effectiveness of physical security controls, including penetration testing and physical security audits.

Incident Response: Evidence of established incident response procedures to handle physical security incidents and breaches, including escalation protocols and reporting mechanisms.

Surveillance and Monitoring: Documentation of surveillance systems, such as CCTV cameras, used to monitor critical areas and activities within the organization's premises.

Access Logs and Controls: Logs or records of access control systems used to monitor and restrict entry to sensitive areas.

Security Awareness Training: Proof of security awareness training provided to employees to educate them on physical security best practices and reporting suspicious activities.

Security Personnel Logs: Records of security personnel or guards performing regular patrols or monitoring activities to ensure the physical security of the premises.

Alarm Monitoring: Evidence of alarm systems, such as intrusion detection systems or motion sensors, that trigger alerts in case of unauthorized access attempts or security breaches.

Incident Reporting: Procedures for reporting and investigating any security incidents captured through physical security monitoring.

Incident Response: Evidence of a well-defined incident response plan that outlines the actions to be taken in response to security incidents or breaches detected through monitoring.

Access Control Audit Logs: Logs or records of access control systems to track and review access attempts and entries to restricted areas.

Visitor Management Records: Documentation of visitor sign-in/sign-out logs, visitor badges, or any other measures in place to monitor and control visitor access.

Security Camera Maintenance: Proof of regular maintenance and testing of CCTV cameras and other monitoring equipment to ensure they are functioning correctly.

Security Awareness Training: Evidence of security awareness training provided to employees and staff to promote vigilance and reporting of any suspicious activities.

Compliance with Regulations: Confirmation that the organization's physical security monitoring practices align with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.