FPCON _______ must be capable of being maintained for weeks without causing undue hardship.

• A. Alpha
• B. Bravo
• C. Charlie
• D. Delta

Answer: (B)

This describes Bravo, the level at which security is increased in response to a general threat but can be sustained for an extended period without causing undue hardship. At this level, you tighten measures like more patrols, additional access controls, and enhanced screening, but the changes are not so drastic that normal operations can’t continue for weeks. It sits between normal readiness (Alpha) and the more disruptive levels used for imminent or ongoing, severe threats.

Understanding the other levels helps: Alpha is normal readiness with standard procedures, not an elevated posture. Delta represents the highest state, with security actions that can cause significant disruption and are typically not planned to last long due to the heavy impact on operations. Charlie reflects a heightened alert for an imminent threat, requiring substantial precautions but not yet as restrictive as Delta. The description clearly aligns with the moderate, sustain-able posture of Bravo.