| 1 | Know how to prevent unauthorised items passing through ports | 1.1 | List the types of authorisation for persons and vehicles wishing to pass through ports |
| 1.2 | Identify invalid authorisations for persons and vehicles wishing to pass through ports |
| 1.3 | Describe the limitations of screening equipment to detect unauthorised items |
| 1.4 | Describe how to respond to limitations of screening equipment to detect unauthorised items |
| 1.5 | Identify current trends and techniques used to conceal unauthorised items and disguise tampering |
| 1.6 | Describe the difficulties that can arise during searches and how to respect these, including: • cultural and religious sensitivities • language • aggression • anxiety • non cooperation |
| 1.7 | Describe how to recognise search avoidance methods |
| 1.8 | Describe the possible reactions to the request to search or screen and how to deal with them |
| 1.9 | State the range of unauthorised items and their components that should be looked for during screening |
| 1.10 | Identify the actions to be taken when unauthorised items are found, and to whom this should be reported |
| 1.11 | Explain why baggage must be loaded and positioned correctly on screening equipment |
| 2 | Be able to screen people, belongings and baggage passing through ports | 2.1 | Check that the screening equipment and system in use is working properly using approved procedures |
| 2.2 | Describe interpersonal skills and how to use them during screening of people and their property |
| 2.3 | Confirm that persons wishing to pass through ports have the valid authorisation |
| 2.4 | Request authorised persons to pass through screening equipment in a clear and polite manner |
| 2.5 | Take prompt action in line with instructions and guidelines to indications from screening equipment of potentially unauthorised items |
| 2.6 | Take prompt and effective action to maintain safety and security if screening equipment fails or malfunctions |
| 2.7 | Record and report the details of screening in line with instructions |
| 2.8 | Demonstrate how to ensure baggage is loaded and positioned correctly for effective screening |
| 2.9 | Interpret images from the screening equipment correctly to identify potentially unauthorised items |
| 3 | Be able to search people, belongings and baggage passing through ports | 3.1 | Ensure consent to search has been obtained, before searching |
| 3.2 | Take appropriate and permitted action when a person refuses to give consent to a search |
| 3.3 | Take appropriate and permitted action if a person is attempting to avoid being searched |
| 3.4 | Demonstrate how to search at frequencies and in patterns that are: • in line with instructions • appropriate to the defined level of threat • in suitable locations • in the presence of suitable witnesses • systematic, including o inspecting items for modifications • correctly recorded and reported |
| 3.5 | Demonstrate how to be polite, professional and courteous while searching |
| 3.6 | Demonstrate how to prevent anyone interfering with the search process |
| 3.7 | Demonstrate how to maintain personal health, safety and welfare whilst searching |
| 3.8 | Take prompt and appropriate action, in line with instructions and guidelines, when unauthorised items are found |
| 4 | Be able to screen and search vehicles, cargo, goods and stores passing through ports | 4.1 | Ensure consent to search has been obtained, before searching |
| 4.2 | Take appropriate and permitted action when a person refuses to give consent to a search |
| 4.3 | Confirm screening equipment and systems are working properly using approved procedures |
| 4.4 | Demonstrate how to search at frequencies and in patterns that are: • in line with instructions • appropriate to the defined level of threat • systematic, including o inspecting items for modifications • correctly recorded and reported |
| 4.5 | Take prompt and appropriate action, in line with instructions and guidelines, when unauthorised items are found |
| 4.6 | Demonstrate how to prevent anyone interfering with the search process |
| 4.7 | Demonstrate how to maintain personal health and safety and welfare whilst searching |
| 4.8 | Take prompt and effective action to maintain safety and security if screening equipment fails or malfunctions |
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