T2.2.4 - PROCTECTING AGAINST EXTERNAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL THREATS Implementation Guidance
The entity shall design and apply physical protection against natural disasters, malicious attack or accidents.
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Consideration should be given to any security threats presented by neighboring premises, e.g. a fire in a neighboring building, water leaking from the roof or in floors below ground level or an explosion in the street.
The following guidelines should be considered to avoid damage from fire, flood, earthquake, explosion, civil unrest, and other forms of natural or man-made disaster:
- A. Hazardous or combustible materials should be stored at a safe distance from a secure area. Bulk supplies such as stationery should not be stored within a secure area;
- B. Fallback equipment and backup media should be sited at a safe distance to avoid damage from a disaster affecting the main site;
- C. Appropriate firefighting equipment should be provided and suitably placed.
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