Red Slice Group — Security Self-Assessment

Answer 30 quick questions to gauge your physical security posture. Your results include a category breakdown and tailored recommendations.

This free self-assessment is intended to provide a general overview of common physical security practices and should not be considered a substitute for a professional audit, inspection, or regulatory compliance review. Results and recommendations are for informational purposes only and do not represent a guarantee of safety, security, or prevention of incidents. Every facility has unique risks, and vulnerabilities may exist that are not addressed in this tool. Red Slice Group, LLC assumes no liability for actions taken or not taken based on this assessment. For a comprehensive evaluation tailored to your property and operations, please contact Red Slice Group for a professional Risk and Vulnerability Assessment.

Perimeter Security

1) Is perimeter fencing installed and in good condition?

2) Are vehicle gates controlled and monitored?

3) Is exterior lighting adequate at entrances, exits, and dark zones?

4) Are pedestrian entry points limited and channeled through control points?

5) Are security/notice signs posted (restricted areas, CCTV in use)?

Access Control

6) Are all exterior doors secured with deadbolts or electronic access control?

7) Is visitor management enforced (sign-in, badges, escort)?

8) Are keys/cards controlled (issuance, returns, revocation)?

9) Are sensitive areas (MDF/IDF, vaults, control rooms) restricted to need-to-access?

10) Are lost/stolen credentials promptly deactivated?

Surveillance & Monitoring

11) Do cameras cover entrances, docks, and high-value areas?

12) Are cameras/alarms actively monitored or alerted?

13) Is video retained ≥30 days with reliable storage?

14) Are intrusion and duress alarms installed and maintained?

15) Are blind spots identified and mitigated?

Critical Assets & Interior Security

16) Are server/data rooms locked with electronic logs or two-factor?

17) Are safes/secure storage used and access-logged for valuables?

18) Are interior access points alarmed/monitored after hours?

19) Are high-value items secured when unattended?

20) Are delivery/loading dock processes controlled and supervised?

Life Safety & Emergency Preparedness

21) Are fire alarms/suppression inspected on schedule?

22) Are exits marked, lit, and unobstructed at all times?

23) Are evacuation drills conducted at least annually?

24) Is first-aid/bleeding control equipment available and checked?

25) Is there an emergency notification/communication system?

Policies & Human Factors

26) Are staff trained in security awareness and reporting?

27) Are background checks conducted per role sensitivity?

28) Are incident reporting and escalation procedures defined?

29) Are periodic security audits or walk-throughs conducted?

30) Do you have insider-threat/whistleblower protections?