Secure Area Working Procedure

When to use this

Use this procedure template to define how sensitive work is performed inside secure areas.

Related controls

• A.7.6 Working in Secure Areas
• A.7.2 Physical Entry
• A.5.15 Access Control
• A.5.18 Access Rights

Procedure scope

Working rules

• Access is limited to authorized personnel.
• Need-to-know restrictions are defined.
• Visitors, contractors, and third parties are escorted or supervised.
• Paper, media, and equipment movement is logged where required.
• Mobile phones, cameras, audio/video devices, and smart devices are restricted where required.
• Sensitive work is supervised where required.
• Dual control is applied to high-risk actions where required.
• Exceptions are approved, recorded, and time-bound.

Exit checks

• Sensitive information removed or secured.
• Media and equipment accounted for.
• Screens locked or systems logged out.
• Waste handled securely.
• Work session records completed where required.