Entry Control Facilities
This online engineering PDH course focuses on the design and implementation of Entry Control Facilities (ECFs) and Access Control Points (ACPs) as outlined in the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) publication.
This course provides essential knowledge for effective security management in military installations. It covers a comprehensive range of topics, including planning and site selection criteria, organizational functions of ECFs/ACPs, design guidelines for various operational zones, and strategies for managing traffic and vehicle inspections.
Moreover, this course explores different vulnerability assessments, security measures, and the integration of technology to enhance operational efficiency and safety at access control points, ensuring participants are equipped with the necessary skills to implement effective security measures in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
This 7 PDH online course is applicable to engineers, building design managers, as well as other technical professionals involved in the planning, design, and operation of entry control facilities.
This PE continuing education course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Knowing the purpose and applicability of Entry Control Facilities (ECFs) and Access Control Points (ACPs) in military installations
- Understanding the necessary design features and guidelines for ECFs/ACPs to ensure security and safety
- Learning how to conduct vulnerability and risk assessments prior to ECF/ACP planning and design
- Knowing the importance of integrating sustainable design elements into ECF/ACP projects
- Learning the traffic engineering and safety study requirements essential for effective ECF/ACP operation
- Understanding the different zones within an ECF/ACP and their specific functions and design considerations
- Familiarizing yourself with vehicle inspection considerations and the types of equipment needed for inspections
- Knowing the electrical and communications requirements for ECFs/ACPs to support operational efficiency
- Learning about the importance of exterior lighting for security personnel and traffic safety at ECFs/ACPs
- Understanding the role of automation in enhancing access control and security measures at ECFs/ACPs
- Familiarizing yourself with the requirements for the design of visitor control centers and associated facilities
- Knowing the strategies for managing potential threats and ensuring the safety of security personnel
- Understanding the significance of collaboration with various stakeholders during the ECF/ACP planning and design process
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