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Screening and Pat-Down Procedures Flashcards

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  1. When must a TSO offer a passenger the option of a private screening during a pat-down?

    Answer: Before any pat-down is conducted

    TSA policy requires officers to offer the option of private screening to every passenger before conducting a pat-down.

  2. Which technique does TSA use during a standard pat-down to check sensitive areas?

    Answer: Back-of-the-hand technique for sensitive areas

    TSA uses the back-of-the-hand for sensitive body areas such as the groin and chest during standard pat-downs.

  3. A passenger with an insulin pump attached to their body approaches the checkpoint. What should the TSO do?

    Answer: Conduct a targeted pat-down around the device instead of having it removed

    Medical devices that cannot be removed should be screened via pat-down and alternative screening methods rather than requiring removal.

  4. What is the TSO's responsibility regarding the gender of the officer performing a pat-down?

    Answer: The pat-down must be performed by an officer of the same gender as the passenger

    TSA policy requires that pat-downs be conducted by an officer of the same gender as the passenger.

  5. How should a TSO handle a passenger who becomes verbally aggressive but compliant during a pat-down?

    Answer: Remain calm, continue the pat-down professionally, and report the behavior to a supervisor

    Officers should remain calm and professional while completing the screening and reporting any issues to a supervisor.

  6. When screening a passenger in a wheelchair, which step is required before beginning a pat-down?

    Answer: The officer must explain the procedure to the passenger before beginning

    Before conducting any pat-down, officers must explain the procedure to the passenger, which is especially important for passengers with disabilities.

  7. What should a TSO do if a pat-down reveals a hard, irregularly shaped object under clothing that the passenger cannot explain?

    Answer: Refer the passenger to additional screening and notify a supervisor

    Unexplained hard or irregular objects found during a pat-down require referral to additional screening and supervisor notification.