The SRMBOK Template 13.7: Property Selection and Security Planning Checklist is a fully editable MS Word template designed to guide organizations through evaluating a location for a data center, office, warehouse, or any type of property while ensuring that all security considerations are thoroughly assessed.
It serves as both a planning document and a comprehensive checklist for evaluating a property's suitability based on various security criteria. This template is particularly useful for security professionals, risk managers, facility managers, and anyone involved in selecting and managing secure properties.
What It Does
Evaluates Property Security: The template helps users assess various security aspects, from physical barriers and access controls to environmental risks and emergency preparedness.
Identifies Vulnerabilities: It provides a structured way to identify potential security weaknesses in the property, such as vulnerable access points, insufficient lighting, or nearby hazards.
Guides Decision-Making: By systematically evaluating each element of the property, the checklist assists decision-makers in selecting a property that meets their security needs and reduces risk exposure.
Supports Compliance: Ensures that the property complies with relevant security standards and best practices, which is critical for organizations that need to meet regulatory or industry-specific requirements.
What It Contains
The template includes a comprehensive set of checklists and sections that cover all major aspects of property selection and security planning, including:
Property Details: Basic information about the property, such as type, address, review date, and reviewer details.
Building Information Requirements: Key considerations related to rental costs, lease terms, and any incentives offered by the landlord.
Approach Philosophy: Guidelines on the security philosophy to adopt, focusing on physical barriers, locks, access control, alarm systems, and procedural measures.
Features to Avoid: A list of architectural features that should be avoided due to their potential to increase security risks, such as large expanses of glass or building overhangs.
Exterior Environment: Evaluation of the external surroundings, including police support, nearby facilities, potential hazards, and vehicle parking.
Building Structure and Access: Detailed checklists for external walls, openings, vehicle entry, access controls, and the security of underground and roof access points.
Guarding and Security Systems: Assessment of guarding arrangements, security systems like CCTV and alarms, and the presence of a security control center.
Fire Safety and Emergency Services: Evaluation of fire protection systems, emergency power, and access to essential services.
Other Considerations: Additional factors such as lighting, windows, doors, locks, and keys, as well as specific features related to access control, signage, and surveillance.
This template is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the selection or management of secure properties. It provides a structured and thorough approach to security planning.
