TSO Screening and Pat-Down Procedures 3

Question 1

Under TSA guidelines, when is an enhanced pat-down authorized?

Accepted Answer

When an anomaly is detected after standard screening or AIT imaging

Answer

Enhanced pat-downs are authorized when standard screening or AIT imaging detects an anomaly that requires further resolution.

Question 2

What is the correct order of steps when a passenger's Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) scan shows an alarm?

Accepted Answer

Inform the passenger of the alarm location, conduct a targeted pat-down, and resolve the alarm

Answer

When AIT flags an alarm, the officer informs the passenger of the location and conducts a targeted pat-down to resolve it.

Question 3

Which of the following is TRUE regarding pat-downs of children under 12?

Accepted Answer

TSA uses modified, less-invasive pat-down procedures for children under 12

Answer

TSA uses modified, age-appropriate procedures for children under 12 to minimize trauma while maintaining security.

Question 4

A passenger's prosthetic limb alarms the WTMD. What is the correct TSO response?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a pat-down of the prosthetic and surrounding area

Answer

Prosthetic limbs that cause alarms are screened via pat-down of the device and surrounding area rather than removal.

Question 5

During a pat-down, a TSO must check which area using the front of the hand?

Accepted Answer

Outer arms and legs

Answer

The front of the hand is used for non-sensitive areas such as outer arms and legs, while the back of the hand is used for sensitive areas.

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