NCJ Number
195183
Date Published
April 2002
Length
72 pages
Annotation
This testimony identifies and describes commercially available security technologies that can be deployed to protect Federal buildings.
Abstract
The testimony initially advises that although many of the technologies can provide highly effective technical controls, the overall security of a Federal building requires establishing robust risk management processes and implementing the three integral concepts of a holistic security process: protection, detection, and reaction. The testimony first provides an overview of the technologies that provide protection, detection, and reaction capabilities against the most prevalent threats. It describes the characteristics and capabilities of each of these technologies and summarizes their effectiveness, as well as their maturity and other performance factors to be considered in implementing them. Although not endorsing any product, the testimony identifies vendors and costs. Finally, the testimony discusses the considerable technical challenges and user acceptance issues in future implementation. The access control technologies reviewed include those based in biometrics, access cards, keypad entry systems, and access barriers. Detection technologies encompass x-ray scanning systems, metal detectors, and explosive detection systems. Intrusion detection systems cover closed-circuit television and intrusion sensors. 3 tables and attachments with detailed descriptions of the various technologies