Can authorized personnel augment their FPCON by incorporating measures from higher FPCON standards?

Authorized personnel can indeed augment their Force Protection Condition (FPCON) by incorporating measures from higher FPCON standards. This practice allows for a more flexible and responsive approach to security, adapting to the evolving threat landscape. By enhancing their existing security measures based on the higher standards, authorized personnel can bolster defenses, increase readiness, and better protect personnel and assets from potential threats.

In situations where a heightened level of risk or threat is identified, utilizing measures from a higher FPCON provides a proactive means of ensuring safety and security. It also reflects an understanding that effective physical security is not static but must adapt to current conditions and intelligence assessments. This capability aligns with the overall goal of the FPCON system, which is to establish scalable security responses based on assessed threats. As such, the ability to apply higher-level measures supports an integrated and comprehensive strategy for physical security planning and implementation.