Physical security policy

Overview

This policy aims to prevent loss, damage, and theft of our assets by deterring, delaying, or preventing unauthorised physical access.

Scope

This policy applies to all our assets.  This includes information and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

The policy must be used as a framework for ensuring good physical security when:

  • working from our premises
  • utilising shared occupancy premises
  • working remotely
  • when working from home

Introduction

Maintaining a physically secure working environment is fundamental to good security and involves:

  • the appropriate layout and design of premises
  • suitable security measures

Physical security controls must consider the following factors:

  • the value, sensitivity or number of assets held
  • the impact and likelihood of a loss of the site or asset
  • the level of threat and vulnerability
  • environment, location and whether occupancy is sole or shared

Staff must take all reasonable measures to safeguard our assets.

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