ASIS-PSP Questions Bank

Line devices transmit signals from the sensor (or alarm initiating device) to a remote monitoring or control station. These can be hardwired or use wireless transmission lines. They form the backbone of alarm communication infrastructure.

The total financial impact of a loss extends beyond the replacement cost of a stolen or damaged item. It includes:

Temporary replacement costs (e.g., rental equipment or substitute materials)

Downtime costs (e.g., loss of production or service disruption)

Discounted or future cash flow losses, such as delayed revenues or lost customers

These hidden or indirect costs can significantly increase the true loss value.

References from PSP: ASIS POA – Total Cost of Loss; PSP Manual – Loss Impact Assessment

When selecting countermeasures, the most important factor is the overall risk posed to the asset or operation. This includes both the likelihood of a threat and the potential impact. Cost, criticality, and probability are components of the risk equation but are not stand-alone decision criteria.

A (Cost) is important for feasibility but follows risk evaluation.

B (Probability) and C (Criticality) contribute to risk but don’t outweigh it individually.

Programmed supervision is a structured process that ensures supervisors or designated personnel systematically check critical functions or areas for compliance, performance, and accountability. It involves scheduled tasks or checkpoints and is a key mechanism in ongoing quality and security assurance.

References from PSP: ASIS POA – Security Management Controls; PSP Study Guide – Inspection and Supervision Systems