Discuss PCI CPSA Exam Topic 1 Question 66

In relation to guards, which of the following must the vendor ensure?

AA clear segregation of duties is maintained between production staff and guards

BA clear segregation of duties is maintained between guard and reception related job functions

CThere is always at least one guard on-site, including outside of working hours, to monitor security systems and premises

DThere is always at least one guard in the HSA and one guard in the security control room at all times

Suggested Answer: C

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25 comments · newest first

Gerry 15 hours ago

Exactly! C is the foundation of security.

Eura 6 days ago

True, but C covers the basics well.

Sanjuana 11 days ago

But D ensures full coverage. Better safe than sorry!

Kenda 16 days ago

D seems excessive. One guard in the control room should suffice.

Brendan 21 days ago

B is important too. Guards shouldn't handle reception tasks.

Catarina 26 days ago

I lean towards A. Segregation of duties prevents conflicts.

Lorrine 1 month ago

Agreed! Without a guard, who monitors the systems?

Gerry 1 month ago

I think C is crucial. Always having a guard on-site is essential.

Jackie 1 month ago

A and B help maintain clear roles. Very important.

Nieves 2 months ago

C is non-negotiable. Security can't be compromised.

Dolores 2 months ago

I feel D is necessary for constant monitoring.

Mi 2 months ago

D seems excessive. One guard in control room is enough.

Winifred 2 months ago

B makes sense. Guards shouldn't handle reception tasks.

Barrett 2 months ago

A is important too. Segregation prevents conflicts.

Patria 2 months ago

I agree, C ensures safety 24/7.

Glendora 3 months ago

I think C is crucial. Always having a guard on-site is key.

Broderick 3 months ago

I thought guards could cover multiple roles, this seems strict.

Mattie 3 months ago

Definitely need at least one guard in the control room at all times.

Louvenia 3 months ago

Wait, do they really need a guard on-site 24/7? Sounds excessive.

Sueann 3 months ago

I agree, especially between guards and production staff!

Barney 3 months ago

A clear segregation of duties is crucial for security.

Margot 4 months ago

I’m leaning towards D because it mentions specific locations for guards, but I’m not entirely confident about the requirements.

Paris 4 months ago

I feel like we practiced a question similar to this, and it emphasized the need for guards to be present during off-hours. So, C might be the answer.

Willodean 4 months ago

I'm not completely sure, but I remember something about segregation of duties being important. Maybe it's A or B?

Barabara 4 months ago

I think option C sounds right because having a guard on-site at all times seems crucial for monitoring security.

PCI CPSA Exam - Topic 1 Question 66 Discussion