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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/1998 of 5 November 2015 laying down detailed measures for the implementation of the ... basic standards on aviation security (Text with EEA relevance)
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For the purposes of this Chapter, ‘secured baggage’ means screened departing hold baggage that is physically protected so as to prevent the introduction of any objects.
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F2Annex point 1.0.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
a part of an airport to which screened departing passengers have access; and
a part of an airport through which screened departing hold baggage may pass or in which it may be held, unless it concerns secured baggage; and
a part of an airport designated for the parking of aircraft to be boarded or loaded.
When a security restricted area is established, a security search of the parts that could have been contaminated shall be carried out immediately before such an area is established in order to reasonably ensure that it does not contain prohibited articles. This provision shall be considered to be met for aircraft that are subject to an aircraft security search.
all parts of an airport to which screened departing passengers have access; and
all parts of an airport through which screened departing hold baggage may pass or in which it may be held, unless it concerns secured baggage.
A part of an airport shall be regarded as a critical part at least for the period of time that the activities referred to in points (a) or (b) are taking place.
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F3Annex point 1.1.3.4 omitted (31.1.2023) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1313), regs. 1(2), 2(2)(a)
a valid boarding card or equivalent; or
a valid crew identification card; or
a valid airport identification card; or
a valid national appropriate authority identification card; or
a valid compliance authority identification card recognised by the national appropriate authority.
Alternatively, access may also be granted after positive identification via biometric data verification.
The card referred to in points 1.2.2.2(b)-(e), respectively, shall be checked before a person is granted access to security restricted areas in order to reasonably ensure that it is valid and corresponds to the holder.
Where biometric identification is used, the verification shall ensure that the person seeking access to security restricted areas holds one of the authorisations listed under point 1.2.2.2 and that this authorisation is valid and was not disabled.
an electronic system which limits access to one person at a time; or
authorised persons implementing access control.
The appropriate authority may define in its national aviation security programme that the limitation to one person at a time under point (a) does not apply at access points exclusively used by law enforcement officers.
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F5Words in Annex point 1.2.3.1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
A person who is not displaying his card in security restricted areas other than those areas where passengers are present shall be challenged by persons responsible for the implementation of point 1.5.1(c) and, as appropriate, be reported.
upon request of the issuing entity; or
upon termination of employment; or
upon change of employer; or
upon change of the need to have access to areas for which an authorisation has been given; or
upon expiry of the card; or
upon withdrawal of the card.
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F6Annex point 1.2.3.7 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F7Annex point 1.2.3.8 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F4Words in Annex point 1.2.3 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F9Words in Annex point 1.2.4.1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(6); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
the name and photograph of the holder; and
the name of the air carrier; and
the word ‘crew’ in English; and
the expiry date.
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F8Words in Annex point 1.2.4 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(6); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
the name and photograph of the holder; and
the name of the employer of the holder, unless electronically programmed; and
the name of either the issuing entity or the airport; and
the areas for which the holder is authorised to have access; and
the expiry date, unless electronically programmed.
The names and areas of access may be replaced by an equivalent identification.
the areas for which it is authorised to have access; and
the expiry date.
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be fixed to the vehicle in a manner which ensures that it is non-transferable; or
[F11be linked to the company or individual registered vehicle user through a secure vehicle registration database.]
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Electronic vehicle passes need not display the areas for which the vehicle is authorised to have access nor the expiry date, provided that this information is electronically readable and checked before granting access to security restricted areas. [F11Electronic vehicle passes shall also be electronically readable airside.]]
upon request of the issuing entity; or
when the vehicle is no longer to be used for access to airside; or
upon expiry of the pass, unless the pass is automatically invalidated.
areas where passengers may be present; and
areas in the immediate proximity of the aircraft on which they have arrived or will depart; and
areas designated for crews; and
distances between the terminal or access point and the aircraft on which crew members have arrived or will depart.
hold a valid identification card as referred to in point 1.2.2.2(c), (d) or (e); and
be authorised to escort in security restricted areas; and
have the escorted person or persons in direct line of sight at all times; and
reasonably ensure that no security breach is committed by the person or persons being escorted.
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F12Annex point 1.2.8 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F13Annex point 1.3 omitted (31.1.2023) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1313), regs. 1(2), 2(2)(b)
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F14Annex point 1.4.1.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F15Annex point 1.4.2.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F16Annex point 1.4.3.2 substituted (20.5.2022) by The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/497), regs. 1(3), 2(2)
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F17Annex point 1.4.3.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F18Annex point 1.4.4.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 55(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
the boundaries between landside, airside, security restricted areas, critical parts and, where applicable, demarcated areas; and
areas of, and in proximity of, the terminal that are accessible to the public, including parking areas and roadways; and
the display and validity of persons' identification cards in security restricted areas other than those areas where passengers are present; and
the display and validity of vehicle passes when airside; and
hold baggage, cargo and mail, in-flight supplies and air carrier mail and materials in critical parts waiting to be loaded.
the size of the airport, including the number and nature of the operations; and
the layout of the airport, in particular the interrelationship between the areas established at the airport; and
the possibilities and limitations of means of undertaking surveillance, and patrols.
The parts of the risk assessment relating to the frequency and means of undertaking surveillance and patrols shall, upon request, be made available in writing for compliance monitoring purposes.
the person shall have an authorisation and shall carry it. The authorisation shall either be indicated on the identification card that grants access to security restricted areas or on a separate declaration in writing. The authorisation shall indicate the article(s) that may be carried, either as a category or as a specific article. If the authorisation is indicated on the identification card, then it shall be recognisable on a need-to-know basis; or
a system shall be in place at the security checkpoint indicating which persons are authorised to carry which article(s), either as a category or as a specific article.
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F19Words in Annex point 1.6.5 omitted (31.1.2023) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1313), regs. 1(2), 2(2)(c)
guns, firearms and other devices that discharge projectiles — devices capable, or appearing capable, of being used to cause serious injury by discharging a projectile, including:
firearms of all types, such as pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns,
toy guns, replicas and imitation firearms capable of being mistaken for real weapons,
component parts of firearms, excluding telescopic sights,
compressed air and CO2 guns, such as pistols, pellet guns, rifles and ball bearing guns,
signal flare pistols and starter pistols,
bows, cross bows and arrows,
harpoon guns and spear guns,
slingshots and catapults;
stunning devices — devices designed specifically to stun or immobilise, including:
devices for shocking, such as stun guns, tasers and stun batons,
animal stunners and animal killers,
disabling and incapacitating chemicals, gases and sprays, such as mace, pepper sprays, capsicum sprays, tear gas, acid sprays and animal repellent sprays;
explosives and incendiary substances and devices — explosives and incendiary substances and devices capable, or appearing capable, of being used to cause serious injury or to pose a threat to the safety of aircraft, including:
ammunition,
blasting caps,
detonators and fuses,
replica or imitation explosive devices,
mines, grenades and other explosive military stores,
fireworks and other pyrotechnics,
smoke-generating canisters and smoke-generating cartridges,
dynamite, gunpowder and plastic explosives.
any other article capable of being used to cause serious injury and which is not commonly used in security restricted areas, e.g. martial arts equipment, swords, sabres, etc.
No provisions in this Regulation.
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F20Annex point 3.0.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F21Annex point 3.0.6 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F23Annex point 3.0.8 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F24Annex point 3.1.1.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F25Words in Annex point 3.1.1.3 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(3); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F26Annex point 3.1.1.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F27Annex point 3.1.1.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F28Annex point 3.1.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
The following information on the aircraft security search of a departing flight shall be recorded and kept at a point not on the aircraft for the duration of the flight or for 24 hours, whichever is longer:
flight number; and
origin of the previous flight.
Where an aircraft security search was performed, the information shall also include:
date and time that the aircraft security search was completed; and
the name and signature of the person responsible for the performance of the aircraft security search.
[F29Recording of the information as above, may be held in electronic format.]
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ensuring that persons seeking to gain unauthorised access are challenged promptly; or
having the external door closed. Where the aircraft is in a critical part, external doors that are not accessible by a person from the ground shall be considered closed if access aids have been removed and placed sufficiently far from the aircraft as to reasonably prevent access by a person; or
having electronic means which will immediately detect unauthorised access; or;
having an electronic airport identification card access system at all doors leading directly to the passenger boarding bridge, adjacent to an open aircraft door, which only allows access for persons that are trained in accordance with point 11.2.3.7. Such persons must ensure that unauthorised access is prevented, during their use of the door.
have access aids removed; or
be sealed; or
be locked; or
be monitored.
Point (a) shall not apply for a door that is accessible from the ground by a person.
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F30Annex point 3.2.2.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F31Annex Ch. 3 Attachment 3-A omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F32Annex Ch. 3 Attachment 3-B omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 56(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F33Annex Ch. 4 omitted (31.1.2023) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1313), regs. 1(2), 2(3)
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F34Annex point 5.0.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F35Annex point 5.0.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F36Annex point 5.0.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F37Annex point 5.0.6 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
a hand search; or
x-ray equipment; or
explosive detection systems (EDS) equipment; or
explosive trace detection (ETD) equipment; or
explosive detection dogs.
Where the screener cannot determine whether or not the hold baggage contains any prohibited articles, it shall be rejected or rescreened to the screener's satisfaction.
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F38Words in Annex point 5.1.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(3); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F39Annex point 5.1.6 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
There shall be a supervisor responsible for screeners of hold baggage in order to assure optimum team composition, quality of work, training, support and appraisal.
no prohibited articles as listed in Attachment 5-B are introduced into the hold baggage [F40.]
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F40Full stop in Annex point 5.2.1 substituted for words (31.1.2023) by The Aviation Security (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1313), regs. 1(2), 2(4)
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F41Annex point 5.2.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F42Annex point 5.3.2.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F43Words in Annex point 5.3.3.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F44Words in Annex point 5.3.3.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(6); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F45Annex point 5.3.3.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
the appropriate authority has national rules permitting carriage of the article; and
the applicable safety rules are complied with.
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F46Annex Ch. 5 Attachment 5-A omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 58(7); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Passengers are not permitted to carry the following articles in their hold baggage:
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explosives and incendiary substances and devices capable of being used to cause serious injury or to pose a threat to the safety of aircraft, including:
ammunition,
blasting caps,
detonators and fuses,
mines, grenades and other explosive military stores,
fireworks and other pyrotechnics,
smoke-generating canisters and smoke-generating cartridges,
dynamite, gunpowder and plastic explosives.
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F47Annex Ch. 6 omitted (1.6.2024) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(2)
Providing the name of the entity, the name and the position of the contact person and the date of the visit or interview.
Name of entity | Name of contact person | Position of contact person | Date of visit or interview |
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F48Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-C3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 113; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Providing the name of the entity, the name and the position of the contact person and the date of the visit or interview.
Name of entity | Name of contact person | Position of contact person | Date of visit or interview |
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F49Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-C4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 113; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Providing the name of the entity, the name and the position of the contact person and the date of the visit or interview.
Name of entity | Name of contact person | Position of contact person | Date of visit or interview |
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F50Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-D omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 114; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
In accordance with Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council(2) and its implementing acts,
When collecting, carrying, storing and delivering air cargo/mail to which security controls have been applied [on behalf of name of regulated agent/air carrier applying security controls for cargo or mail/known consignor F51...], I confirm that the following security procedures will be adhered to:
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F51Words in Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-E omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 116; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
All staff who transport this air cargo/mail will have received general security awareness training in accordance with point 11.2.7 of the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/1998;
The integrity of all staff being recruited with access to this air cargo/mail will be verified. This verification shall include at least a check of the identity (if possible by photographic identity card, driving licence or passport) and a check of the curriculum vitae and/or provided references;
Load compartments in vehicles will be sealed or locked. Curtain sided vehicles will be secured with TIR cords. The load areas of flatbed trucks will be kept under observation when air cargo is being transported;
Immediately prior to loading, the load compartment will be searched and the integrity of this search maintained until loading is completed;
Each driver will carry an identity card, passport, driving licence or other document, containing a photograph of the person, which has been issued or recognised by the national authorities;
Drivers will not make unscheduled stops between collection and delivery. Where this is unavoidable, the driver will check the security of the load and the integrity of locks and/or seals on his return. If the driver discovers any evidence of interference, he will notify his supervisor and the air cargo/mail will not be delivered without notification at delivery;
Transport will not be subcontracted to a third party, unless the third party:
has a haulier agreement with the regulated agent [F52or known consignor] responsible for the transport [same name as above]; or
is approved or certified by the appropriate authority; or
has a haulier agreement with the undersigned haulier requiring that the third party will not subcontract further and implements the security procedures contained in this declaration. The undersigned haulier retains full responsibility for the entire transport on behalf of the regulated agent [F52or known consignor]; and
No other services (e.g. storage) will be sub-contracted to any other party other than a regulated agent or an entity that has been certified or approved and listed for the provision of these services by the appropriate authority.
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F52Words in Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-E substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 117; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
I accept full responsibility for this declaration.
Name:
Position in company:
Name and address of the company:
Date:
Signature:
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F53Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-F omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 118; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F54Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-G omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 118; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F55Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-H1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 119; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F56Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-H2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 119; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F57Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-H3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 119; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F58Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-I omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 120; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F59Annex Ch. 6 Attachment 6-J omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 120; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F60Annex point 7.0 omitted (1.6.2024) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(3)(a)
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F61Annex point 7.1.1 omitted (1.6.2024) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(3)(b)
Textual Amendments
F62Annex point 7.1.2 omitted (31.1.2023) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1313), regs. 1(2), 2(5)
Textual Amendments
F63Annex point 7.1.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 121; 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Self-check-in and applicable Internet options allowed for use by passengers shall be considered as authorised access to such materials.
Self-check-in allowed for use by passengers shall be considered as authorised access to such systems.
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Textual Amendments
F64Annex Ch. 8 omitted (1.6.2024) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(2)
‘airport supplies’ mean all items intended to be sold, used or made available for any purpose or activity in the security restricted area of airports, other than ‘items carried by persons other than passengers’;
‘known supplier of airport supplies’ means a supplier whose procedures meet common security rules and standards sufficient to allow delivery of airport supplies to security restricted areas;
[F65‘LAGs’ means liquids, aerosols and gels, which include pastes, lotions, mixtures of liquids and solids and the contents of pressurised containers. Examples of LAGs include toothpaste, hair gel, drinks, soups, syrups, shaving foam and other items, with similar consistencies; and]
[F66‘STEB’ means a security tamper-evident bag.]
Textual Amendments
F65Annex point 9.0.2(c) substituted (1.6.2024) by The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(4)(a)
F66Annex point 9.0.2(d) substituted (1.6.2024) by The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(4)(b)
the required security controls have been applied to the supplies by an airport operator that delivers these to its own airport and the supplies have been protected from unauthorised interference from the time that those controls were applied until delivery to the security restricted area; or
the required security controls have been applied to the supplies by a known supplier or regulated supplier and the supplies have been protected from unauthorised interference from the time that those controls were applied until delivery to the security restricted area.
Textual Amendments
F67Annex point 9.1.2.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 123(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
visual check;
hand search;
x-ray equipment;
EDS equipment;
ETD equipment in combination with point (a);
explosive detection dogs in combination with point (a).
Where the screener cannot determine whether or not the item contains any prohibited articles, it shall be rejected or rescreened to the screener's satisfaction.
the ‘Declaration of commitments — known supplier of airport supplies’ as contained in Attachment 9-A. This declaration shall be signed by the legal representative; and
the security programme covering the security controls as referred to in point 9.1.4.
the relevance and completeness of the security programme in respect of point 9.1.4; and
the implementation of the security programme without deficiencies.
If the appropriate authority or the airport operator is no longer satisfied that the known supplier complies with the requirements of point 9.1.4, the airport operator shall withdraw the status of known supplier without delay.
Textual Amendments
F68Word in Annex point 9.1.3.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 123(3); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Validations must be recorded and if not otherwise stated in this legislation, must take place before designation and repeated every 2 years thereafter.
If the validation is not done on behalf of the airport operator any record thereof must be made available to it.
an on-site visit of the supplier every 2 years; or
regular checks upon access to the security restricted area of supplies delivered by that known supplier, starting after the designation, including:
a verification that the person delivering supplies on behalf of the known supplier was properly trained; and
a verification that the supplies are properly secured; and
screening of the supplies in the same way as supplies coming from an unknown supplier.
These checks must be carried out in an unpredictable manner and take place at least either once every three months or on 20 % of the known supplier's deliveries to the airport operator.
Option (b) may only be used if the appropriate authority defined in its national civil aviation security programme that the validation shall be performed by a person acting on behalf of the airport operator.
a list of all known suppliers it has designated indicating the expiry date of their designation, and
the signed declaration, a copy of the security programme, and any reports recording its implementation for each known supplier, at least until 6 months after the expiry of its designation.
Upon request, these documents shall be made available to the appropriate authority for compliance monitoring purposes.
appoint a person responsible for security in the company; and
ensure that persons with access to airport supplies receive general security awareness training in accordance with point 11.2.7 before being given access to these supplies; and
prevent unauthorised access to its premises and airport supplies; and
reasonably ensure that no prohibited articles are concealed in airport supplies; and
apply tamper-evident seals to, or physically protect, all vehicles and/or containers that transport airport supplies.
Point (e) shall not apply during airside transportation.
Textual Amendments
F69Annex point 9.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 123(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F70Annex point 9.3.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 123(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
In accordance with Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council(3) and its implementing acts,
I declare that,
[name of company] will
appoint a person responsible for security in the company; and
ensure that persons with access to airport supplies receive general security awareness training in accordance with point 11.2.7 of the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/1998 before being given access to these supplies. In addition, ensure that persons implementing screening of airport supplies receive training according to point 11.2.3.3 of the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/1998 and persons implementing other security controls in respect of airport supplies receive training according to point 11.2.3.10 of the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/1998; and
prevent unauthorised access to its premises and airport supplies; and
reasonably ensure that no prohibited articles are concealed in airport supplies; and
apply tamper-evident seals to, or physically protect, all vehicles and/or containers that transport airport supplies (this point will not apply during airside transportation).
When using another company that is not a known supplier to the airport operator for transporting supplies, [name of company] will ensure that all security controls listed above are adhered to,
in order to ensure compliance, [name of company] will cooperate fully with all inspections, as required, and provide access to all documents, as requested by inspectors,
[name of company] will inform [the airport operator] of any serious security breaches and of any suspicious circumstances which may be relevant to airport supplies, in particular any attempt to conceal prohibited articles in supplies,
[name of company] will ensure that all relevant staff receive training in accordance with Chapter 11 of the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/1998 and are aware of their security responsibilities, and
[name of company] will inform [the airport operator] if:
it ceases trading; or
it can no longer meet the requirements of the relevant EU legislation.
I shall accept full responsibility for this declaration.
Legal representative
Name:
Date:
Signature:
No provisions in this Regulation.
Persons having completed a pre-employment check shall undergo a background check by 30 June 2021 at the latest.]
Textual Amendments
F71Substituted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/910 of 30 June 2020 amending Implementing Regulations (EU) 2015/1998, (EU) 2019/103 and (EU) 2019/1583 as regards the re-designation of airlines, operators and entities providing security controls for cargo and mail arriving from third countries, as well as the postponement of certain regulatory requirements in the area of cybersecurity, background check, explosive detection systems equipment standards, and explosive trace detection equipment, because of the COVID-19 pandemic (Text with EEA relevance).
Textual Amendments
F72Words in Annex point 11.1.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
establish the person's identity on the basis of documentary evidence; and
cover criminal records in all states of residence during at least the preceding 5 years; and
cover employment, education and any gaps during at least the preceding 5 years.
Textual Amendments
F73Words in Annex point 11.1.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
establish the person's identity on the basis of documentary evidence; and
cover employment, education and any gaps during at least the preceding 5 years; and
require the person to sign a declaration detailing any criminal history in all states of residence during at least the preceding 5 years.
Textual Amendments
F74Words in Annex point 11.1.5 omitted (30.4.2022) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/497), regs. 1(2), 2(3)
These abilities and aptitudes shall be assessed during the recruitment process and before completion of any probationary period.
an instructor delivers any training required under Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 and its implementing acts; or
a computer based training course is used in order to meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 and its implementing acts.
Computer based training may be used with or without the support of an instructor or coach.
Basic training of persons performing tasks as listed in points 11.2.3.1, 11.2.3.4 and 11.2.3.5 as well as in points 11.2.4, 11.2.5 and 11.5 shall result in all of the following competencies:
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
knowledge of the legal framework for aviation security;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
knowledge of access control procedures;
[F1knowledge of identification card systems in use;]
knowledge of procedures for challenging persons and of circumstances in which persons should be challenged or reported;
knowledge of reporting procedures;
ability to identify prohibited articles;
ability to respond appropriately to security related incidents;
knowledge of how human behaviour and responses can affect security performance;
ability to communicate clearly and confidently.
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of security equipment or screening methods used;
knowledge of emergency response procedures.
In addition, where the designated tasks of the person concerned so require, training shall also result in the following competences:
interpersonal skills, in particular how to deal with cultural differences and with potentially disruptive passengers;
knowledge of hand searching techniques;
ability to carry out hand searches to a standard sufficient to reasonably ensure the detection of concealed prohibited articles;
knowledge of exemptions from screening and special security procedures;
ability to operate the security equipment used;
ability to correctly interpret images produced by security equipment; and
knowledge of protection requirements for hold baggage.
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls in the supply chain;
ability to identify prohibited articles;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of security equipment or screening methods used;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
knowledge of emergency response procedures;
knowledge of protection requirements for cargo and mail;
In addition, where the designated tasks of the person concerned so require, training shall also result in the following competences:
knowledge of screening requirements for cargo and mail, including exemptions and special security procedures;
knowledge of screening methods appropriate for different types of cargo and mail;
knowledge of hand searching techniques;
ability to carry out hand searches to a standard sufficient to reasonably ensure the detection of concealed prohibited articles;
ability to operate the security equipment used;
ability to correctly interpret images produced by security equipment;
knowledge of transportation requirements.
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls in the supply chain;
ability to identify prohibited articles;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
knowledge of emergency response procedures;
knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of security equipment or screening methods used;
In addition, where the designated tasks of the person concerned so require, training shall also result in the following competences:
knowledge of hand searching techniques;
ability to carry out hand searches to a standard sufficient to reasonably ensure the detection of concealed prohibited articles;
ability to operate the security equipment used;
ability to correctly interpret images produced by security equipment;
knowledge of transportation requirements.
knowledge of the legal requirements for vehicle examinations, including exemptions and special security procedures;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
knowledge of emergency response procedures;
knowledge of vehicle examination techniques;
ability to carry out vehicle examinations to a standard sufficient to reasonably ensure the detection of concealed prohibited articles.
knowledge of the legal requirements for access control, including exemptions and special security procedures;
knowledge of access control systems used at the airport;
knowledge of authorisations, including identification cards and vehicle passes, providing access to airside areas and ability to identify those authorisations;
knowledge of procedures for patrolling and for challenging persons and of circumstances in which persons should be challenged or reported:
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of emergency response procedures;
interpersonal skills, in particular how to deal with cultural differences and with potentially disruptive passengers.
knowledge of the legal requirements for aircraft security searches;
knowledge of the configuration of the type(s) of aircraft on which the person is to implement aircraft security searches;
ability to identify prohibited articles;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
ability to implement aircraft security searches to a standard sufficient to reasonably ensure the detection of concealed prohibited articles.
In addition, where the person holds an airport identification card, training shall also result in all of the following competences:
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
knowledge of the legal framework for aviation security;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
awareness of access control and relevant screening procedures;
knowledge of airport identification card used at the airport.
knowledge of how to protect and prevent unauthorised access to aircraft;
knowledge of procedures for sealing aircraft, if applicable for the person to be trained;
knowledge of identification card systems used at the airport;
knowledge of procedures for challenging persons and of circumstances in which persons should be challenged or reported; and
knowledge of emergency response procedures.
In addition, where the person holds an airport identification card, training shall also result in all of the following competences:
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
knowledge of the legal framework for aviation security;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
awareness of access control and relevant screening procedures.
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of emergency response procedures;
knowledge of passenger and baggage reconciliation requirements and techniques;
knowledge of protection requirements for air carrier materials used for passenger and baggage processing.
[F22In addition, where the person holds an airport identification card, training shall also result in all of the following competences:
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
awareness of access control and relevant screening procedures;
knowledge of airport identification cards used at the airport;
knowledge of reporting procedures;
ability to respond appropriately to security related incidents.]
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls in the supply chain;
knowledge of procedures for challenging persons and of circumstances in which persons should be challenged or reported;
knowledge of reporting procedures;
ability to identify prohibited articles;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
knowledge of protection requirements for cargo and mail;
knowledge of transportation requirements, if applicable.
[F22In addition, where the person holds an airport identification card, training shall also result in all of the following competences:
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
awareness of access control and relevant screening procedures;
knowledge of identification cards in use;
ability to respond appropriately to security related incidents.]
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
knowledge of procedures for challenging persons and of circumstances in which persons should be challenged or reported;
knowledge of reporting procedures;
ability to identify prohibited articles;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of how prohibited articles may be concealed;
knowledge of protection requirements for air carrier mail and materials, in-flight supplies and airport supplies, as applicable;
knowledge of transportation requirements, if applicable.
[F22In addition, where the person holds an airport identification card, training shall also result in all of the following competences:
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
awareness of access control and relevant screening procedures;
knowledge of identification cards in use;
ability to respond appropriately to security related incidents.]
Specific training of supervisors shall, in addition to the competencies of the persons to be supervised, result in all of the following competencies:
knowledge of the relevant legal requirements and how they should be met;
knowledge of supervisory tasks;
knowledge of internal quality control;
ability to respond appropriately to the detection of prohibited articles;
knowledge of emergency response procedures;
ability to provide mentoring and on-the-job training and to motivate other.
In addition, where the designated tasks of the person concerned so require, that training shall also result in all of the following competences:
knowledge of conflict management;
knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of security equipment or screening methods used.
Specific training of security managers shall result in all of the following competencies:
knowledge of the relevant legal requirements and how they should be met;
knowledge of internal, national F75... and international quality control;
ability to motivate others;
knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of security equipment or screening methods used.
Textual Amendments
F75Word in Annex point 11.2.5(b) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(3); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
For objective reasons, the appropriate authority may exempt persons from this training requirement if their access is limited to areas in the terminal accessible to passengers.
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
understanding of the configuration of the screening checkpoint and the screening process;
awareness of access control and relevant screening procedures;
knowledge of airport identification cards used at the airport;
knowledge of reporting procedures;
ability to respond appropriately to security related incidents.
General security awareness training shall result in all of the following competencies:
knowledge of previous acts of unlawful interference with civil aviation, terrorist acts and current threats;
awareness of the relevant legal requirements;
knowledge of the objectives and organisation of aviation security in their working environment, including the obligations and responsibilities of persons implementing security controls;
knowledge of reporting procedures;
ability to respond appropriately to security related incidents.
Each person undergoing general security awareness training shall be required to demonstrate understanding of all subjects referred to in this point before taking up duty.
This training shall not apply to instructors falling under point 11.5.
an initial certification or approval process; and
[F11for persons operating x-ray or EDS equipment, recertification at least every 3 years; and]
for all other persons, recertification or reapproval at least every 5 years.
Persons performing tasks as listed in point 11.2.3.3 may be exempted from these requirements if they are only authorised to implement visual checks and/or hand searches.
classroom and/or computer based training; or
on-the-job TIP training, on condition that a TIP library of at least 6 000 images, as specified below, is employed on the x-ray or EDS equipment used and the person works with this equipment during at least one third of his working hours.
F76...
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For classroom and/or computer based training, persons shall be subject to image recognition training and testing for at least 6 hours in every 6 month period, using either:
an image library containing at least 1 000 images of at least 250 different threat articles, including images of component parts of threat articles, with each article captured in a variety of different orientations, and arranged to provide an unpredictable selection of images from the library during the training and testing; or
the most frequently missed TIP images from the TIP library in use combined with images of recently captured threat articles relevant for the type of screening operation and covering all types of relevant threat articles if only used once for the training of a given screener over a three-year period.
For on-the-job TIP training, the TIP library shall consist of at least 6 000 images of at least 1 500 different threat articles, including images of component parts of threat articles, with each article captured in a variety of different orientations.
shall be provided to the person and recorded;
shall be used to identify weaknesses and inform future training and testing adapted to address those weaknesses; and
may be taken into consideration as part of the recertification or re-approval process.]
Recurrent training shall be conducted:
for competencies acquired during initial basic, specific and security awareness training, at least once every 5 years or, in cases where the competencies have not been exercised for more than 6 months, before return to security duties; and
for new or extended competencies, as required to ensure that persons implementing, or responsible for implementing, security controls are promptly made aware of new threats and legal requirements by the time they have to be applied.
The requirements under (a) shall not apply to competencies acquired during specific training which are no longer required for the person's designated tasks.
the successful completion of a background check in accordance with [F77point 11.1.3];
competency in instructional techniques;
knowledge of the work environment in the relevant aviation security field;
competency in the security elements to be taught.
Textual Amendments
F77Words in Annex point 11.5.1 substituted (30.4.2022) by The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/497), regs. 1(2), 2(4)
Certification shall at least apply to those instructors authorised to give training defined in points 11.2.3.1 to 11.2.3.5 and in points 11.2.4 (unless it concerns the training of supervisors exclusively supervising persons referred to in points 11.2.3.6 to 11.2.3.10) and 11.2.5.
[F22Instructors shall be subject to recertification at least every 5 years.]
Textual Amendments
F78Words in Annex point 11.5.3 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F79Annex point 11.5.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(5); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F81Word in Annex point 11.6.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(6); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F82... Aviation security validation:
may be a requirement for obtaining or maintaining a legal status under Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 and its implementing acts;
may be performed by an appropriate authority or a validator approved as F82... aviation security validator or a validator recognised as equivalent to it, in accordance with this Chapter;
shall assess security measures applied under the responsibility of the validated entity or parts thereof for which the entity seeks validation. At least, it shall consist of:
an evaluation of security relevant documentation, including the validated entity's security programme or equivalent; and
a verification of the implementation of aviation security measures, which shall include an on-site verification of the validated entity's relevant operations, unless otherwise stated;
F83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Textual Amendments
F83Annex point 11.6.2(d) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(7)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F82Word in Annex point 11.6.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(7)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F85Words in Annex point 11.6.3.1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(9)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F86Word in Annex point 11.6.3.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(9)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
independence from the validated industry, unless otherwise stated; and
appropriate personnel competence in the security area to be validated as well as methods to maintain such competence at the level referred to in 11.6.3.5; and
the functionality and appropriateness of validation processes.
Textual Amendments
F87Annex point 11.6.3.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(10); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F88Word in Annex point 11.6.3.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(11); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F89Annex point 11.6.3.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(12); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F90Word in Annex point 11.6.3.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(13)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
have been subject to a background check in accordance with 11.1.3 that shall be recurrent at least every five years;
perform F90... aviation security validation impartially and objectively, shall understand the meaning of independence and apply methods to avoid situations of conflict of interest in respect of the validated entity;
have sufficient theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field of quality control as well as respective skills and personal attributes to collect, record and assess findings based on a checklist, in particular regarding:
compliance monitoring principles, procedures and techniques;
factors affecting human performance and supervision;
the role and powers of the validator, including on conflict of interest;
provide proof of appropriate competence based on training and/or a minimum work experience in respect of the following areas:
general aviation security principles of F91... ICAO aviation security standards;
specific standards related to the activity validated and how they are applied to operations;
security technologies and techniques relevant for the validation process;
undergo recurrent training at a frequency sufficient to ensure that existing competencies are maintained and new competencies are acquired to take account of developments in the field of aviation security.
Textual Amendments
F91Words in Annex point 11.6.3.5(d)(1) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(13)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F92Annex point 11.6.3.7 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(14); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F93Word in Annex point 11.6.3.8 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(15); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F84Word in Annex point 11.6.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(8); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F95Word in Annex point 11.6.4.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(16)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F96Words in Annex point 11.6.4.1 substituted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(16)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F97Words in Annex point 11.6.4.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(16)(c); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Textual Amendments
F98Annex point 11.6.4.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(17); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F99Words in Annex point 11.6.4.3 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(18)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F100Word in Annex point 11.6.4.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(18)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F101Words in Annex point 11.6.4.3 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(18)(c); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F102Word in Annex point 11.6.4.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(19)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F103Words in Annex point 11.6.4.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(19)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F104Annex point 11.6.4.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(20); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F94Word in Annex point 11.6.4 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(15); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F106Words in Annex point 11.6.5.1 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(22)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F107Word in Annex point 11.6.5.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(22)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
a completed checklist signed by the F107... aviation security validator including, where requested, comments by the validated entity in the necessary detail; and
a declaration of commitments signed by the validated entity; and
an independence declaration in respect of the entity validated signed by the individual performing the F107... aviation security validation.
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F108Word in Annex point 11.6.5.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(23); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F109Word in Annex point 11.6.5.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(23); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F105Word in Annex point 11.6.5 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(21); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F80Word in Annex point 11.6 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(6); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F111Annex point 11.7.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(24); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F110Annex point 11.7 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(24); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
I confirm that I have established the level of compliance of the validated entity in an impartial and objective way.
I confirm that I am not, and have not in the preceding two years, been employed by the validated entity.
I confirm that I have no economic or other direct or indirect interest in the outcome of the validation activity, the validated entity or its affiliates.
I confirm that I have, and have had in the preceding 12 months no business relations such as training and consultancy beyond the validation process with the validated entity in areas related to aviation security.
I confirm that the F112... aviation security validation report is based on a thorough fact finding evaluation of relevant security documentation, consisting of:
the validated entities' security programme or equivalent, and
an on- site verification of the implementation thereof.
I confirm that the F112... aviation security validation report is based on an assessment of all security relevant areas on which the validator is required to give an opinion based on the relevant F112... checklist.
I confirm that I have applied a methodology that allows for separate F112... aviation security validation reports in respect of each entity validated and ensures objectivity and impartiality of the fact finding and evaluation, where several entities are being validated in a joint action.
I confirm that I accepted no financial or other benefits, other than a reasonable fee for the validation and a compensation of travel and accommodation costs.
I accept full responsibility for the F112... aviation security validation report.
Name of the validated entity:
Name of the F112... aviation security validator:
Date:
Signature:]
Textual Amendments
F112Word in Annex Ch. 11 Attachment 11-A omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/547), regs. 1, 124(25); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
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F113Annex Ch. 12 omitted (1.6.2024) by virtue of The Aviation Security (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/590), regs. 1(2), 2(2)
[F1Commission Regulation (EC) No 272/2009 of 2 April 2009 supplementing the common basic standards on civil aviation security laid down in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council ( OJ L 91, 3.4.2009, p. 7 ).]
Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 March 2008 on common rules in the field of civil aviation security and repealing Regulation (EC) No 2320/2002 (OJ L 97, 9.4.2008, p. 72).
Regulation (EC) No 300/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 March 2008 on common rules in the field of civil aviation security and repealing Regulation (EC) No 2320/2002 (OJ L 97, 9.4.2008, p. 72).
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