Key Control and Access Authorization Policy

Last updated: 2024-02-07

Key Control and Access Authorization Policy is a policy defining key control in the organization and provides procedures for issuing keys and other access authorization. Ensures the security of company facilities is maintained through strict accountability for issued keys.

Why key control and access policy is important

  • The key (entry card, entry token) gives the employee the right to enter designated areas or company facilities
  • Having control over the issued and returned keys is essential from the point of view of the physical security of the company premises

What does a key control policy typically contain

  • Reasons, purpose and objectives of physical security and key control in the organization
  • Organizational provision of physical security
  • Types of keys in terms of key security levels and scope of access (master key, common key, etc.)
  • Responsibilities of the employees
  • The process of issuing and withdrawing or returning keys
  • Description of access rights to objects, buildings, rooms
  • Crisis processes when keys are lost or stolen
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How Aptien helps with the key control policy

For policy administrators or security managers, Aptien Policy manager provides a comprehensive policy management software with policy portal, where you make your company policies and other documents available to your employees

  1. You keep the key control policy in the policy organizer policy organizer
  2. Employees can see the key control policy and other policies in the policy portal
  3. You control who is familiar with the key control policy
  4. Digital transmission will make it easier for you to issue or withdraw access

How to keep keys control policy