If a walk-through magnetometer is not used, which screening method may be used as an alternative?

If a walk-through magnetometer is not used, which screening method may be used as an alternative?

• A. Hand scanner or pat-down
• B. Full body X-ray only
• C. Verbal interview only
• D. No screening

Answer: (A)

When a walk-through magnetometer isn't used, a hand scan or pat-down is the typical alternative. This manual screening allows officers to detect metal objects or concealed items directly on the body, serving as a practical substitute to ensure security in the screening process. A full body X-ray is not the standard substitute due to health and privacy concerns, and a verbal interview alone cannot reliably reveal hidden items. Skipping screening altogether would leave security gaps.

When a walk-through magnetometer isn't used, a hand scan or pat-down is the typical alternative. This manual screening allows officers to detect metal objects or concealed items directly on the body, serving as a practical substitute to ensure security in the screening process. A full body X-ray is not the standard substitute due to health and privacy concerns, and a verbal interview alone cannot reliably reveal hidden items. Skipping screening altogether would leave security gaps.