TSO Credential Requirements 3

Question 1

Which type of background investigation is conducted on TSO candidates before they receive a security clearance determination?

Accepted Answer

Tier 1 National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI)

Answer

TSO candidates undergo a Tier 1 NACI, which includes checks of national agency records, local law enforcement, and written inquiries appropriate for low-risk public trust positions.

Question 2

A TSO applicant tested positive for marijuana on the pre-employment drug test but holds a valid medical marijuana card in a state where it is legal. What is the likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

Applicant is disqualified because federal law governs TSA employment

Answer

TSA is a federal agency and follows federal law, under which marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance; state medical marijuana laws do not provide an exemption.

Question 3

Which of the following controlled substances is NOT included in the standard TSA pre-employment 5-panel drug test?

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepines

Answer

The standard federal 5-panel test screens for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP); benzodiazepines are not part of the standard panel.

Question 4

TSA requires TSO applicants to meet a vision standard. Which statement correctly describes this requirement?

Accepted Answer

Distant vision must be correctable to 20/30 in each eye

Answer

TSA requires distant visual acuity correctable to 20/30 in each eye with or without corrective lenses; uncorrected 20/20 is not required.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the TSA Applicant Medical Questionnaire submitted during the hiring process?

Accepted Answer

To identify medical conditions that may affect ability to perform essential job functions

Answer

The medical questionnaire helps TSA determine whether any medical conditions would prevent the applicant from performing the essential physical and cognitive functions required of a TSO.

(TSO) Transportation Security Officer Certification Practice Test

(TSO) Transportation Security Officer Certification Practice Test

TSO Credential Requirements 3