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• Loading docks. Loading docks should be illuminated at a minimum of 3 foot candles and a
maximum of 5 footcandles. Lighting should be out 25 feet from the building.
• Guard route. The route should be illuminated at a maximumof 0.5 foot candles. It is important
to avoid overillumination, which can decrease the guard’s ability to see clearly at night.
Note: The security risk assessment team should be prepared to inspect physical security devices to determine the effectiveness
of physical safeguards. Physical security safeguard inspection is unique, in that many inspection