Which of the following statements about ARC security rules is true?

• A. They apply to all traffic documents (accountable) stored at agencies
• B. They apply only during audits
• C. They apply only to customers
• D. They are optional for ARC agencies

Answer: (A)

ARC security rules are about protecting accountable traffic documents wherever they are stored, at the agency. The rules require that any document with value or potential for misuse that an agency handles be secured and controlled at all times, not just during audits or when dealing with customers. This includes keeping an accurate inventory, storing items in locked, access-controlled places, limiting who can reach them, and performing regular reconciliations. Because these safeguards apply universally to all accountable documents kept by the agency, the statement that they apply to all traffic documents (accountable) stored at agencies is the best fit. The other notions—that safeguards only run during audits, only apply to customers, or are optional—don’t reflect ARC’s requirement for ongoing, comprehensive protection of accountable documents.