scope:

This standard applies to the electronic safety and security systems that are provided by a physical security professional. Electronic devices and systems include, but are not limited to:

• Safety systems
• Physical access control
• Video surveillance
• Intrusion detection systems
• Integrated systems

The performance specifications for the electronic safety and security systems are not offered in this standard unless it relates to the structured cabling systems. For example, desired frame rates and image quality for video surveillance systems impact the bandwidth of the signal and therefore impact the type of cabling selected. This standard will not describe the selection of the frame rates and the video quality but will describe bandwidth and cabling considerations for video content.

Purpose

This standard is written for use in the design and implementation of the structured cabling systems used within electronic safety and security systems. This standard provides a reference of common technology and design practices, and is not intended to be used by architects and engineers as their sole reference or as a step-by-step design guide. This standard may also be used to determine design requirements in conjunction with the system owner, occupant, or safety and security consultant.

This standard is intended primarily for, but not limited to:

• ESS system owners and operators
• ESS system consultants and project managers
• Architects
• Authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ)
• Engineers
• ESS system installers