Access Control Job Walk Guide
A pre-bid access control job walk can save substantial money and help avoid serious issues with the bidding process if you know what to look and ask for.
This detailed guide goes step-by-step explaining what to look for and ask, including key issues, such as:
- The 4 key tools you need to take with you
- The 3 details you must note when reviewing each door
- The 4 things to look for in access networking
- The 6 parts of access systems that are typically reusable
Finally, we conclude with a 5 question quiz to test your knowledge.
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