Security Screening Flashcards

A passenger's carry-on bag alarms and the officer needs to swab it for explosive residue. Which technology is used?

Answer: Explosives Trace Detection (ETD)

ETD analyzes swab samples for trace amounts of explosive residue.

Under the 3-1-1 rule, what is the maximum size of each liquid container allowed in a carry-on bag?

Answer: 3.4 ounces (100 mL)

Each container must be 3.4 oz (100 mL) or less, placed in one quart-sized bag.

A traveler requests that their pat-down be conducted away from the checkpoint. What should the officer do?

Answer: Offer private screening with a witness present

Passengers may request private screening, and a witness of their choice may accompany them.

Who generally performs a pat-down on a passenger?

Answer: An officer of the same gender as the passenger

TSA policy requires pat-downs to be performed by an officer of the same gender.

How must a passenger transport an unloaded firearm on a commercial flight?

Answer: In a locked, hard-sided case in checked baggage, declared to the airline

Firearms must be unloaded, in a locked hard-sided container, checked, and declared to the airline.

Where must spare (uninstalled) lithium-ion batteries be packed?

Answer: In carry-on baggage only

Spare lithium batteries must stay in the cabin so any fire can be addressed quickly.

A passenger is carrying medically necessary liquid medication larger than 3.4 ounces. What is the correct procedure?

Answer: Allow it after the passenger declares it for additional screening

Medically necessary liquids in excess of 3.4 oz are permitted but must be declared and screened.