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Many people commonly ask, “What is a SCIF?.” A more important question might be, “Why do SCIFs fall short?”. SCIFs (Sensitive Compartmented

The ICD 705 Technical Specifications for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (“Tech Specs”) depict three different wall types that are “suggested” for achieving compliance with acoustic and RF requirements for SCIF and SAPF space: A common misperception is that only ONE of these wall types can be built, but this isn’t true. In fact, it’s a pretty good sign your project lacks expertise if your GC isn’t considering a plethora of factors that might internally and exte

One of the most common questions I’m asked is, “Do I need a Vestibule?” The exact language of the ICD 705 policy is as follows: E. SCIF Door Criteria “2. When practical, entrance doors should incorporate a vestibule to preclude visual observation and enhance acoustic protection. “ The answer is a definite “YES!” The underlying intent of the above policy language is that you always include incorporating a Vestibule whenever possible because of the Security value it brings, i