Healthcare Information Technology Exam Guide for CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician and HIT Pro Certifications

Dennis M. Seymour

In this chapter, you will learn how to

• Understand the necessary physical safeguards for your system, including location, access, and access-control devices

• Identify and explain guidelines for building systems including office hardware, environmental controls, personal controls, and storage devices

• Understand guidelines for security and preservation of electronic media for storage devices and secure disposal of electronic media

• Assess your organization’s risks related to physical security and conduct an assessment of your organization’s practices for securing electronic media