If you find an unescorted visitor in a secure area, what should you do?

• A. Report it to Security immediately.
• B. Escort the visitor to the exit.
• C. Ignore if the visitor seems harmless.
• D. Verify authorization with a quick check.

Answer: (A)

Maintaining perimeter security means quickly escalating any unescorted person inside a secure area to trained security personnel. When you encounter an unescorted visitor, report it to Security immediately so they can assess risk, verify authorization, and take the appropriate action to remove or clearly control access through proper channels. This keeps the area secure and ensures a documented, proper response rather than taking matters into your own hands.

Escorting the visitor yourself or attempting a quick authorization check can bypass established procedures and potentially put you or others at risk. Ignoring the situation is dangerous because it allows a potential breach to go unchecked. By contacting Security right away, you rely on trained responders to handle the situation while you maintain a safe position and follow the facility’s reporting process.