Topic 4 Flashcards
It is a mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or electronic device designed to prevent entry into a building, room and container or hiding place and to prevent the removal of items without the consent of the owner.
Lock
It is a term in England for penetrators of restricted areas or rooms.
Peterman
Portable and detachable lock having or sliding hasp that passes through a staple ring or the like.
Pad lock
Is a type of lock that uses a set of obstructions to prevent the lock from opening unless the correct key is inserted.
Warded locks
A lock composed of fitted rotating detainer discs. Known as wafer locks.
Disc tumbler locks
They are used in safe deposit boxes and are for all practical purposes, pick proof.
Lever tumbler locks
Is a type of locking device in which a sequence of symbols, usually numbers, is used to open the lock.
Combination locks
Are combination type locks and that no key is used.
Code operated locks
It is known as digital locks.
Code operated locks
Are devices holding the door by magnetism.
Electromagnetic locks
Are electronically or more usually magnetic.
Card operated locks
Is a device that is used to operate a lock.
Key
A key to a single lock within a master keyed system.
Change key
A key will open all lock within a particular area or grouping in a given facility.
Sub - Master key
A special key capable of opening a series of locks.
Master key