Which measures help ensure that only authorized personnel can access storage areas?

• A. Public sign-in with no credentials.
• B. Restricted entry to authorized personnel, badge/credentialing, visitor logs, and escort or supervision for non-regular personnel.
• C. Relying on random checks after access.
• D. Allowing contractors to roam freely.

Answer: (B)

Access control is the key idea here. To keep storage areas secure, entry should be limited to people who have been verified as authorized, with a clear record of who is allowed and when they can access the space. Using a badge or credentialing system confirms each person’s identity and access rights, while sign-in or visitor logs create an auditable trail of who has entered. Escorting or supervising non-regular personnel ensures temporary workers or visitors are watched and guided, so they stay within approved areas and do not roam unsupervised into sensitive zones. This combination directly reduces the risk of unauthorized access and provides accountability if any access issues arise.

Public sign-ins without credentials don’t verify authorization and lack accountability. Relying on random checks is unreliable and can miss unauthorized entries. Allowing contractors to roam freely bypasses supervision and greatly increases security and safety risks.