Duration 3 days – 21 hrs
Overview
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to physical security principles, policies, technologies, and practices. It covers methods to assess physical risks, implement protective measures, and respond to security incidents. Participants will gain knowledge on access control, surveillance systems, perimeter security, emergency planning, and security audits.
Objectives
- Understand key concepts and principles of physical security.
- Identify and assess physical security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Implement effective access control and surveillance systems.
- Develop physical protection strategies for facilities and critical assets.
- Create emergency response plans and incident handling procedures.
- Conduct physical security audits and continuous improvement.
Audience
- Security personnel and supervisors
- Facility managers and operations staff
- Safety officers and risk managers
- IT security and cybersecurity teams (for integration)
- HR and compliance officers
- Business continuity and disaster recovery professionals
Prerequisites
- None required
- Background in facility operations, safety, or security is beneficial
Course Content
Day 1: Introduction and Risk Assessment
- Module 1: Introduction to Physical Security
- Definition and scope
- Security principles: deterrence, detection, delay, and response
- Module 2: Threat and Risk Assessment
- Identifying threats and vulnerabilities
- Security risk analysis methodologies
- Facility security assessments
Day 2: Security Systems and Controls
- Module 3: Access Control Systems
- Physical barriers, locks, card readers, biometrics
- Visitor and contractor access control
- Module 4: Surveillance and Monitoring
- CCTV systems and monitoring practices
- Video analytics and integration
- Module 5: Intrusion Detection and Alarm Systems
- Sensors, alarms, integration with response teams
- Module 6: Perimeter and Environmental Design
- Security lighting, fencing, CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design)
Day 3: Emergency Response, Integration, and Audit
- Module 7: Incident Response and Emergency Planning
- Response procedures, lockdown drills, evacuation
- Coordination with emergency services
- Module 8: Integrating Physical and IT Security
- Convergence of physical and cyber security
- Insider threat management
- Module 9: Security Audits and Compliance
- Conducting physical security audits
- Documentation and continuous improvement
- Module 10: Final Case Study and Wrap-up
- Group activity: risk assessment and control planning
- Q&A and certification exam (if applicable)
