The purpose of this UFC is to provide requirements and guidance for designing Electronic Security Systems (ESS) in support of Department of Defense (DoD) physical security program requirements. An ESS is one of many physical security measures that must be considered when addressing the physical security posture of a facility. This UFC is intended to provide uniformity and consistency in the design of an ESS.
This UFC provides design requirements and guidance for the design of ESS. It is not intended to create the requirement for an ESS, but rather to assist in designing systems that meet an established requirement and give guidance to commanders, architects, and engineers on designing an ESS. Consult with headquarters, major command, and installation physical security personnel for DoD and Service directives outlining ESS requirements for asset protection. The ESS requirement may come from DoD policy, Service policy, installation requirements, or user requirements.
