CBP Cargo and Vehicle Inspections Flashcards

During a primary vehicle inspection at a land border port, what is the officer's first priority?

Answer: Confirming identity and admissibility of occupants

Primary inspection begins with verifying the identity and admissibility of all occupants before any further action.

What does a referral to 'secondary inspection' typically indicate?

Answer: A more thorough examination is required

Secondary inspection is a more detailed examination conducted when primary screening raises questions.

Which tool is commonly used to detect anomalies in vehicle gas tanks during inspection?

Answer: Density meter (buster)

A contraband detector or density meter (often called a 'buster') measures density to reveal hidden compartments.

Non-intrusive inspection (NII) technology primarily allows officers to do what?

Answer: Image cargo and vehicles without unloading them

NII systems use imaging (such as X-ray or gamma-ray) to inspect contents without physical unloading.

A canine alerts on a passenger vehicle at the border. What is the appropriate officer action?

Answer: Refer the vehicle to secondary for further examination

A canine alert establishes cause to refer the vehicle to secondary inspection for closer examination.

Which document is most relevant when inspecting commercial cargo entering the U.S.?

Answer: The cargo manifest

The cargo manifest lists the shipment's contents and is central to verifying commercial cargo.

What is the main purpose of inspecting a vehicle's undercarriage?

Answer: To detect hidden compartments or attached contraband

Undercarriage inspection reveals concealed compartments or contraband attached beneath the vehicle.