GSC
Who is the local subject matter expert on security regulations and procedures?
Ground Security Coordinator (GSC)
Federal Air Marshals report to what government agency?
TSA
If an IED is detected, who should be contacted first?
Local Law Enforcement
An aircraft security search is required every...
Calendar Day.
What does PPBM stand for?
Positive Passenger Bag Match
When does the Ground Security Coordinator (GSC) have to be on duty?
From the time the ticket counter opens until the last flight departs.
TSO stands for...
Transportation Security Officer, also known as a "blue shirt"
A malicious threat to an organization that comes from people within the organization is considered an...
Insider Threat
True or False: If an aircraft is docked to a jetbridge with locking doors, is the cabin considered secured if left unattended?
True
True or False: You must ask the pre-screening questions in pre-cleared locations?
False.
To be a GSC, what do Crewmembers have to pass? (2-Part Answer)
Pass a DOT Drug Screening and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)
If a Customer may have erroneously been selected for additional screening due to a possible name match to the TSA Watch List, they are able to apply for a...
Redress Number
What are the two NTAS Advisory Levels?
-Elevated
-Inminent
What is the name of the Customer screening database?
Secure Flight
What does APIS stand for?
Advance Passenger Information System
Who is the primary security contact for the airport operator?
Airport Security Coordinator (ASC)
What is the parent agency of TSA?
Department of Homeland Security
What are the primary threat classifications? (2-Part Answer)
1.) Terrorist
2.) Criminal
Who must you contact if you receive an "inhibit" response upon check in?
Secure Flight
You must write "SB" on a yellow Special Handling Tag and attach it to a checked bag for?
-Standby Customers on an International Flight
-Volunteer Customers on an International Flight
What type of communications does TSA issue to the Aviation Security Sector? (2-Part Answer)
1.) Security Directives
2.) Emergency Amendments
Checked firearms may be accepted if...(4-Part Answer)
1.) The firearm is declared upon check-in
2.) The firearm is unloaded
3.) The firearm is placed in a hard-sided, locked case
4.) The Firearms Declaration Form is completed
What are the primary components of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED)?
- Power Source
- Initiator
- Explosive
- Sensor, Switch, Timer
If a Selectee Customer arrives to board without the local designator for additional screening on the boarding pass, the Gate Crewmember must contact...
TSA
True or False: Prior to boarding, the Jetway/Ramp Area must be cleared of all International Customers?
True