CARGO SCREENER – VC, HS, XRY (inc. EDS) and ETD
This course is for those who screen air cargo and mail, to provide them with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver effective screening using visual check, hand search, x-ray (inc. EDS) and explosive trace detection.
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Estimated Time: 3 hours
Last Updated: November 2023
What you will learn
The threat to aviation
Security in the aviation industry
The trainee’s role
Overview of cargo and mail
Acceptance and dispatch of cargo and mail
Prohibited articles and concealments for screeners
Visual check
Hand search
Screening using x-ray equipment including explosive detection systems (EDS and CT EDS)
Explosive trace detection
How to complete this Course
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This course consists of two parts. The first part is online and it is possible to pause to make notes as well as being able to stop the course and come back later or another day. At the end of Part 1 candidates will have two chances to pass the online closed book exam. Once Part 1 is completed, the manager is required to book the Part 2 classroom practical element (if not already booked), which will complete the course.
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Requirements
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Quiet and well-lit environment without distractions
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Computer with internet connection
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Minimum IE11 or above, or any Chrome or Firefox version released in the last year
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For the best experience, latest version of Chrome or Firefox
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Speakers or headphones