scope:

Purpose: This manual is composed of several volumes, each containing its own purpose. In accordance with DoD Directive (DoDD) 5143.01 and DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5200.08:

• The manual implements policy, assigns responsibilities, and prescribes procedures for managing and executing the DoD Physical Security Program.

• This volume assigns responsibilities and prescribes procedures for controlling physical access to DoD installations consistent with Section 1069 of Public Law 110-181 and Section 1086 of Public Law 114-92 by establishing:

o Standards and methods for verifying the identity of and protocols for determining the fitness of individuals entering DoD installations.

o Three types of access to DoD installations: unescorted, trusted traveler, and escorted.

o Three types of installations for the purposes of controlling access to DoD installations: electronic physical access control system (ePACS)-enabled DoD installations with Identity

Matching Engine for Security and Analysis (IMESA) functionality, ePACS-enabled DoD installations without IMESA functionality, and non-ePACS-enabled DoD installations.

• This volume supersedes any conflicting portion of DoD 5200.08-R pertaining to installation access and emergency planning.