TSA Administrators
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Things You Might Not Know About TSA
Muslim knowledge
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100

Who was the Transportation Security Administrators first Administrator?  

John Magaw, was nominated by President Bush on December 10, 2001

100

Who has the authority to issue an LOR?

Supervisors and above

100

What branch of the Federal Government does the Air Marshals serve under?

The Federal Air Marshal Service is part of TSA

100

How many times does a Muslim pray?

Muslims pray 5 times a day

100

1100.73-2 is what?

TSO Dress and Appearance Responsibilities

200

What Legislative body confirms TSA's Administrator?

The US Senate

200

Who has the authority to issue a non-screener suspension?

AFSD

200

What government branch trains the explosive detection canine for the TSA?

TSA trains their own explosives detection canines

200

What is the Hajj?

The hajj is an annual pilgrimage to the Kaaba made by about 3 million Muslims from all corners of the Earth.

200

TSA Badges can be worn on a hook or clip during VIPERS? True or False?

False: TSA Badges must NOT be used or carried separately, such as a hook on a belt or carried in any other type case, either on or off duty.  

300

What branch of military did Administrator James Loy serve?

US Coast Guard

300

Who has the authority to issue a suspension of 1 to 3 days?

Security Managers and above

300

TSA discover an average of how many firearms in carryon luggage a day?

TSA officers discovered an average of 9 firearms a day in carry-on bags

300

Which religion has the highest population in the world?

Christianity 2.4 billion at 33%

300

Jewelry: Necklaces may be worn with the uniform as long as it is visible to the public?  

False: Necklace may NOT be visible to the public.

400

Who is the current TSA Administrator?

David Pekoske

400

Who has the authority is issue an LOR?

STSO's and above

400

Where does the TSA train their security officers?

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

400

What religious groups wear a turban?

Wearing turbans is common among Sikhs, including their women

400

Chewing gum is permitted, only in the baggage areas, so that it's not seen by the general public.

False: Officers are prohibited form chewing gum while on duty.

500

Who has the been the only female (acting) administrator?

Huban A. Gowadia

500

Who issues the decision on a 14 day suspension?

FSD

500

TSA was established by what act?

TSA was established by the Aviation and Transportation Security Act in the Department of Transportation

500

Do different colored turbans mean anything? yes or no?

No. There aren't any religious meanings associated with a given turban color. A person can wear any color turban they like — and even prints!

500

Sweater vest can be worn with the long sleeve black issued turtle neck sweater. True or False?

False: TSA sweater may be worn with either the long ans short sleeve shirts.