Badges, Credentials, and Keys

Badges, credentials, and keys must be controlled carefully. Officers should follow site-specific procedures for issuing, returning, documenting, and securing these items.

Key practices:

• Verify identity before issuing access.
• Never loan keys or badges without authorization.
• Document who received keys or credentials.
• Confirm keys are returned.
• Report lost, missing, or damaged credentials immediately.
• Never allow tailgating or badge sharing.