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Biometric Systems


AEL Category: 05. Cyber Security Enhancement Equipment

AEL Title: Device, Biometric User Authentication

AEL Number: 05AU-00-BIOM

SAVER Project: Biometric Systems

Biometrics measures the physical and behavioral characteristics of individuals and assigns a unique identity through automated methods. Responders are rapidly implementing biometric systems to improve operations such as verifying inmate identities, investigating crime scenes, and maintaining security at sporting events and incident command posts.

Find this project in the FEMA Authorized Equipment List and InterAgency Board Interactive Standardized Equipment List.

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Biometric Systems Application Note (June 2015) PDF 1.75 MB
Last Updated: 01/31/2023
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