Free Practice Questions for ASIS ASIS-PSP Exam

The correct answer is C. 328 ft. (100 m).

In PSP physical security system design, cabling distance is important because electronic security systems such as access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection depend on proper communication infrastructure. The ASIS PSP Body of Knowledge includes electronic security systems, applicable codes/standards, performance requirements, and technical system design capacities under physical security system design.

For category-rated UTP cable, the standard distance limitation is 100 meters, which equals approximately 328 feet. This is the commonly accepted maximum channel distance for category-rated twisted-pair Ethernet cabling. TIA/EIA cabling references repeatedly use 100 m (328 ft) as the standard measurement length for category-rated cable performance values.

Therefore, the correct PSP-relevant answer is C. 328 ft. (100 m).

A Request for Proposal (RFP) is the most commonly used procurement method in the security industry, especially for complex systems where the buyer seeks not just price but also technical solutions, methodology, qualifications, and performance commitments.

A (RFI) is used for market research.

B (Invitation to bid) is used when scope is clearly defined and price is the primary factor.

D (RFQ) is for simpler purchases, focused on price.

Recruitment into jihadist or other terrorist movements typically involves identifying individuals vulnerable to radical ideology, indoctrinating them through propaganda and religious misinterpretation, and then training them for operational activities, including attacks or support roles.

In the PSP framework, a project specification outlines the technical and operational requirements of a security system. The specification defines what the system must achieve rather than simply its cost or component tolerances.

Performance expectations describe the desired outcomes, functionality, reliability, and operational standards that the installed system must meet.

Testing specifications and equipment tolerances support validation but are derived from the performance requirements.

Cost is a budgetary consideration and does not determine functional or operational requirements.

By clearly specifying performance expectations, security planners ensure that the system is designed and implemented to meet operational needs, provide measurable results, and comply with organizational standards, consistent with ASIS PSP guidance.

A catastrophic virus causes widespread and often irrecoverable damage to data on a system and its connected devices. Such viruses are designed to rapidly corrupt, delete, or overwrite data, leading to system failure and loss of operational capability.

Innocuous Bug (A) implies minimal or no harm.

Hostile worm (C) can be destructive but is not a defined term for this scenario.

Trojan Horse (D) is deceptive but does not usually cause sudden widespread destruction immediately.

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

ern trends in the private security industry focus on:

Regulating training and licensing standards (Answer A),

Attracting better-qualified individuals to raise professionalism (Answer B).

Disarming security personnel (Answer C) is generally not a trend. In fact, depending on threat levels and environments, armed security may be increased rather than reduced.

The accounting or finance department typically has oversight of all monetary assets, including cash flow, budgets, payroll, and financial reporting. This central role makes it particularly vulnerable to internal fraud, embezzlement, and cybercrime. Security measures here often include both physical controls and procedural checks (e.g., audits, access controls, separation of duties).

References from PSP: Organizational Vulnerability – ASIS POA; PSP Study Guide – Internal Threats and Crime Risks

The three most common categories of risk in organizational security are:

Personnel: Risks to human safety and behavior.

Property: Risks to physical and digital assets.

Liability: Legal exposure due to negligence or failure to act.

This classification helps align mitigation strategies and insurance planning.

A and D incorrectly list “hazards” as a category rather than a risk source.

B omits personnel, a critical category.

A Physical Security Personnel metric measures the performance or responsiveness of individuals or teams responsible for maintaining physical security systems. " Integrator response to a service request " measures how quickly and effectively a technician or support provider addresses security system issues—making it a valid personnel performance metric.

A and C relate to threat detection or monitoring, not personnel metrics.

B is a system-level metric, not specific to personnel.