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Taking practice tests is the best way to prepare for an exam. Successful students in grade school and college study using guides and exam preparation questions based on the test subject material. This same successful methodology can also help prepare for professional exams like ISP Certification and SPeD Certification. DSS has study material and tests available for those who enrol, NCMS has test study material as well. Practice tests augment certification exam preparation. Red Bike Publishing's Unofficial Study Guide features four complete test length practice exams based on  NISPOM . It could help you pass the ISP and SPeD certification exams. Try these questions to see how you do: 1.        Contractors shall limit the number of PCL requests to: a.              One third of the company b.              KMPs and direct r...

NISPOM This article continues the series covering the Self-Inspection Handbook For NISP Contractors and guidance found in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Incorporating Change 2 .   The transmission of classified information is an important concern. Classified information should be controlled as it enters and leaves each facility. Each facility that has a CAGE Code should have it’s own transmission process meeting NISPOM requirements. How is yours doing? Lets find out. Question: Are procedures established for proper receipt and inspection of classified transmittals? Here’s what NISPOM says on the subject. Our narrative follows: 5-202. Receiving Classified Material. Procedures shall be established to ensure that classified material, regardless of delivery method, is received directly by authorized personnel. The material shall be examined for evidence of tampering and the classified contents shall be checked against t...