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MONOGARDE [1 record]

Record 1 1990-12-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemistry
  • Insurance
  • Locks and Locksmithing
OBS

Opposed to "dual custody system".

OBS

Two commonly used methods of achieving dual custody are 1) two separate combination locks, and 2) a keylocked combination lock dial. Where large risks are involved, the dual custody system provides extra security against internal theft and forced entry through hold-up.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chimie
  • Assurances
  • Serrurerie
OBS

Mono-: seul, unique (monobloc, monocoque, monoculture).

OBS

Les deux méthodes les plus communément employées pour maintenir un système de double garde sont: (1) deux serrures à combinaisons distinctes, (2) un cadran de serrure à combinaison fermé à clef.

Spanish

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