TSO Prohibited Items Identification 5

Question 1

A passenger is carrying a CPAP machine. What is the TSA policy regarding this device at the checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

It is allowed in carry-on and must be removed from the bag for X-ray screening

Answer

CPAP machines are allowed in carry-on and must be removed from the carry-on bag and placed in a bin for separate X-ray screening.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct rule for transporting alcohol with over 70% ABV (140 proof)?

Accepted Answer

Prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage

Answer

Alcoholic beverages with more than 70% alcohol by volume (140 proof) are prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage due to flammability.

Question 3

A passenger presents a walking cane with a concealed sword inside. How should this be handled?

Accepted Answer

Prohibit the entire item; concealed blades are not permitted regardless of the outer casing

Answer

Sword canes and concealed blades are prohibited regardless of the outer casing or the passenger's disability status; an alternative cane without a blade must be used.

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE regarding gel shoe insoles at the TSA checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

Gel insoles remain in shoes and are screened with the shoe X-ray

Answer

Gel shoe insoles are not subject to the 3-1-1 liquid rule; they remain inside shoes, which are screened through the X-ray machine.

Question 5

What is the maximum number of lithium-ion spare batteries between 100Wh and 160Wh a passenger may carry in carry-on baggage?

Accepted Answer

Up to 2 batteries with airline approval

Answer

Spare lithium-ion batteries between 100Wh and 160Wh are allowed in carry-on with airline approval, limited to 2 batteries per passenger.

(TSO) Transportation Security Officer Certification Practice Test

(TSO) Transportation Security Officer Certification Practice Test

TSO Prohibited Items Identification 5