As a result, a new standards activity has emerged from the BICSI Standards Program that is focused solely on this physical infrastructure and structured cabling, commonly called the Information Technology Systems (ITS) industry. Physical infrastructure is the building or campus telecommunications cabling infrastructure consisting of a number of standardized smaller elements (hence “structured”) called subsystems. These subsystems include the cabling/media types (backbone and horizontal), and connectivity termination in telecommunications rooms (TRs) and at the device end (workstation area) to enable the network to efficiently and reliably transport video, voice, data and power.
To be designated ANSI/BICSI 005 upon completion, this standard will define cabling design and installation requirements as well as provide recommendations specific to Electronic Safety and Security (ESS) systems. While based upon the work of the BICSI Electronic Safety and Security Design Reference Manual (ESSDRM), this standard will provide information for access control, intrusion detection and surveillance systems, as well as provide guidance on other topics, such as meeting the IP needs of fire detection and alarm systems.