CSA Threat Recognition 3

Question 1

What is the significance of a 'chain of custody' in cargo threat recognition?

Accepted Answer

It documents who had access to cargo at each stage, helping identify where a threat may have been introduced

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It tracks the financial transactions associated with a shipment

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It records delivery time windows for scheduling purposes

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It identifies the insurance carrier responsible for cargo loss

Question 2

What action should be taken if cargo seals are found broken or missing upon receipt?

Accepted Answer

Quarantine the cargo and report it to the supervisor immediately

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Re-seal the cargo and continue processing

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Refuse the shipment and return it to sender

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Document the damage and proceed with delivery

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a 'non-conforming shipment'?

Accepted Answer

Cargo whose weight, dimensions, or contents differ significantly from what is documented

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Cargo that arrives one hour before its scheduled window

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Cargo that requires a signature upon delivery

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Cargo that is shipped internationally

Question 4

What is the first step when a cargo handler suspects a shipment contains a weapon or explosive?

Accepted Answer

Do not touch it, evacuate the area, and call law enforcement

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Carefully open the package to verify the contents

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Notify the shipper and ask for clarification

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Continue processing while flagging it for a supervisor

Question 5

Which cargo route characteristic increases the risk of cargo tampering?

Accepted Answer

Multiple handoffs between different carriers with poor documentation

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Direct point-to-point shipment by a known shipper

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Air freight with TSA-approved screening

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Cargo moved within a C-TPAT certified supply chain

Question 6

What does 'positive passenger-baggage reconciliation' mean in air cargo security?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring that checked baggage is only transported if the passenger is also on board

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Confirming cargo weight matches the passenger manifest

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Matching passenger names to their cargo declarations

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Verifying that all bags have been scanned before boarding