Which of the following is a good security measure for staff?

• A. Screening potential hires
• B. Leaving records unprotected
• C. Not training staff
• D. Allowing outside access to animal areas

Answer: (A)

Screening potential hires is a proactive way to protect the facility by ensuring that people who will handle animals and sensitive information are trustworthy and qualified. By checking identities, references, past employment, and relevant credentials, you reduce the risk of insider breaches, noncompliance with SOPs, or unsafe handling. This creates a baseline of responsibility before someone even begins work, which is a cornerstone of good security.

Leaving records unprotected undermines confidentiality and compliance, not training staff leaves people unprepared to follow procedures and security policies, and allowing outside access to animal areas introduces significant risk of theft, contamination, or protocol breaches.