1.1 These requirements apply to the construction, performance, and operation of equipment intended to provide antitheft protection.

1.2 An antitheft alarm is intended to give both audible and visible signals or only an audible signal if theft of protected property is attempted.

1.3 An antitheft device is intended to protect property by significantly limiting the mobility or portability of the property.

1.4 Equipment intended to provide a degree of fire resistance is additionally covered under the requirements of the Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Record Protection Equipment, UL 72.