Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (C.P.T.E.D.)
Name:
Test
Date:
Circle the letter beside the most correct answer.
1.)
Most home builders buy and install locks in new homes based primarily on:
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
2.)
lock quality
price
appearance
coordination with other décor of the home
A single-cylinder deadbolt lock should not be used if it is within _______ inches of a window?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
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3.) The weakest part of an entry door assembly is generally considered to be?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
4.)
photo electric cell
ultrasound / microwave
passive infrared
floor pressure mat
In general, the most expensive item in retrofitting an existing building for a camera system is the?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
6.)
strike
door knob
hinges
frame
Which of the following items would NOT be considered a space or motion sensing device for an
intrusion alarm system?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
5.)
the
the
the
the
wiring
cameras themselves
data recorders
interface with the alarm system
“A critical, on-site examination of a facility … to identify deficiencies and excesses” is a partial
definition of?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
CPTED
crime prevention
security assessment
victimization survey
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7.)
Which of the following would be considered a psychological barrier?
a.) cyclone fence
b.) a motion sensing gate
c.) a see through glass door
d.) a “no trespassing” sign
8.)
In conducting a security assessment of an apartment complex, which of the following items is NOT a
consideration?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
9.)
obtain recent crime statistics
study demographic data
interview owners and users of the property
all are considerations to consider
Colors can influence a person’s behavior. Which of the following is a behavioral influence that the
color green would have?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
sensation of brightness
calming effect on the nervous system
be an appetite stimulant
can cause eye irritation if too prominent
10.) “Deter’ is one of the four basic principles of CPTED. List the other three:
_________________, _______________, _________________
11.) “Natural Access Control” is one of the four basic concepts of CPTED. List the other three:
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
12.) “The proper design and effective use of the built environment can lead to a reduction in crime and
the fear of crime and lead to an improvement in the quality of life.” This is a definition of:
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
CPTED
crime prevention
security survey
victimization survey
13.) The proper application of CPTED principles attempts to control the environment of the:
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
criminal
potential victim
actual victim
abnormal user
14.) The focus of crime prevention centers around the three part of the crime triangle. Those three parts
are desire, ability and _______________.
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15.) One of the most difficult concepts of security is?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
cost effectiveness
maintenance
natural access control
natural surveillance
16.) Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Territorial reinforcement _______________
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
eliminates physical aspects of ownership, such as fences
encourages intruders
makes legitimate users feel safer
is often costly and difficult to achieve
17.) The largest percentage (up to 90%) of mistakes related to the basic CPTED principles of “proper
design and effective use” of space occurs in which phase?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
designation – for what purpose was the space intended to be used
design – how well does the physical design support the intended function
definition – is ownership of the space clearly defined
determination – does the use assessment support the design
18.) CPTED principles generally list three lines of defense for buildings. The first line of defense is the
buildings perimeter. Name the other two.
_______________________________ ____________________________
19.) The minimum recommended height for a security fence is:
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
6 feet
8 feet
10 feet
12 feet
20.) For a four foot fence, the recommended depth for the post holes is 24 inches. For each additional
foot in height, how many inches of post hole depth are recommended?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
3
4
6
8
inches
inches
inches
inches
21.) If a person has a security fence around their property, what is the minimum amount of cleared
space you would recommend on either side of the fence?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
10
15
20
25
feet
feet
feet
feet
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22.) A person has a hedge along the front wall of their home. How far below the window ledges would
you recommend that they keep this hedge trimmed?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
3 inches
6 inches
9 inches
12 inches
23.) A type of exterior lighting that gives off a yellow tint and results if poor color rendition of objects it
illuminates is which of the following light sources?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
incandescent
low pressure sodium
high pressure sodium
mercury vapor
24.) Which of the following types of lighting would you never recommend for security lighting?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
pole mounted
wall mounted
roof mounted
ground mounted
25.) Exterior openings into buildings below a certain height are generally considered a cause for a
security concern. What is this height?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
15
18
21
25
feet
feet
feet
feet
26.) The minimum length of throw (extension) for a deadbolt lock is?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
5/8 of an inch
3/4 of an inch
1 inch
1 1/4 inches
27.) Most fire and life safety codes require that exterior doors on schools and commercial buildings open
outward. This usually places the hinge pin on the outside of the building. Give one recommendation
you would make to an owner of an existing building which this situation with regard to securing the
pin.
__________________________________________________________
28.) Which of the following types of doors would you never recommend as an exterior door?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
fiberglass
aluminum
wooden hollow core
polycarbonate
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29.) What is the “3 – 7 rule” in CPTED?
___________________________________________________________
30.) There are two basic methods of slowing (calming) traffic. One attempts to control the volume of
traffic. The other attempts to control the ________ of traffic.
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
type
speed
maneuverability
range
31.) To meet the requirements for a Homeowners Insurance Safety Inspection all windows must have
what type of lock.
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
Thumb screw
Key operated
Primary lock
Secondary lock
32.) Windows in which both sashes moves (opens) within the frame is known as a ___________
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
single hung
casement
hopper
double hung
33.) Polycarbonate is about _________ times stronger than plate glass.
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
50
150
300
450
34.) Which of the following phrases would you consider to be the most accurate?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
Practice
Practice
Practice
Practice
makes permanent
makes perfect
is expensive
prevents injury
35.) One of the more recent activities that should cause each of us to focus more on CTED principles is?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
recidivism of criminals
identity theft
terrorism
decriminalization of drugs
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36.) Of the selections listed, the best time to conduct a security assessment of a business is?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
during
during
during
during
the
the
the
the
day when workers are present
day when workers are gone
night when it is raining
night when the buildings and grounds are vacant
37.) Which of the following should NOT be a consideration when recommending signs for commercial
property?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
the
the
the
the
sign
sign
sign
sign
contains all needed information even though it is confusing
is too small to be seen in time
is too big and blocks the view of the surrounding scenery
directs visitors down a potentially unsafe route
38.) Which of the following would NOT be a consideration specifically related to ear isolation distances?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
the distance other people are from the area
is the area patrolled by guards
are there security phones
are there entrapment areas nearby
39.) Guidelines for security assessments dictate that the researcher go back a minimum f how long when
collecting crime statistics for the area?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
3 months
6 months
12 months
24 months
40.) One of the basic principles of crime preventions says that?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
it
it
it
it
must begin at the National level
must set goal and objectives by legislation
should focus on youth
should not rely on historical crime statistics
41.) Which of the following items would be considered a barrier for CPTED purposes?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
a cyclone fence
a “no trespassing” sign
both are barriers
neither are barriers
42.) A metal detector located inside the entrance of the building being protected would be considered a?
a.)
b.)
c.)
d.)
first line of defense
second line of defense
third line of defense
too late in the security design to be effective
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43.) It is not necessary to place a disclaimer statement in a security assessment report?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
44.) In an assessment survey it is customary to separate lighting deficiencies from all the other
deficiencies detected on the property?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
45.) Security assessment reports do not generally include pictures?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
46.) The current standard the courts apply in liability cases related to CPTED issues is the “prior similar
incident rule”?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
47.) To be considered a security padlock, it must lock both heel and toe?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
48.) State Insurance Board standards requiring that double cylinder deadbolt locks should be located
within a certain distance of any window should be followed even in situations where local fire codes
prohibit the use of double cylinder deadbolt locks?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
49.) Recommendations made in security assessment reports should be considered as an assurance that if
they are met, crime will be avoided?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
50.) The concepts of CPTED has been used for centuries?
a.) __________ True
b.) __________ False
51.) BONUS QUESTION – WORTH ONE POINT … Name the person who coined the term CPTED and is
referred to the founder?
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