Ryanair security EXAM( Answered; graded A+)

Why do we need aviation security? - Answer-To protect passengers, crew, aircraft, facilities against acts of unlawful interference. What is the objective of security training? - Answer-To ensure crew gain competencies relevant to their security duties, so they can efficiently help passengers, crew, aircraft and facilities against acts of unlawful interference. What is IED? - Answer-Improvised Explosive Device What is hijacking? - Answer-An operation where the terrorist seize control of some type of vehicle Current threats? - Answer-- Cyber attacks - Insider threats - Ranged weapons - IED - Airport attacks - Drones - Flight simulators - Lasers What difference did 21/12/1998 Lockerbie make? - Answer-100% HBS (hold baggage screening) What difference did 09/11/2001 WTC make? - Answer-Locked F/D door What difference did 22/12/2001 "Shoe Bomber" make? - Answer-Shoe scanners What difference did 24/08/2006 Liquid explosives plot make? - Answer-Restrictions on liquidsRobust security culture is based on: - Answer-- Effective security procedures - Strong reporting culture - Vigilance among stuff - Good quality of security training - Feeling of ownership among all employees Different forms of insider threats: - Answer-- Sharing of sensitive procedures - Attacks on information systems - Smuggling goods - Passing restricted sensitive information What is radicalisation? - Answer-- A phased process in which an individual or a group embraces a radical ideology that can lead to an increased willingness to use violence for political goals. - Employees may be radicalised before or after joining company. Warning signs of radicalisation: - Answer-- Isolation from work colleagues - Becoming secretive - Sudden changes in mood How can we deal with insider threat and radicalisation? - Answer-- Report any suspicious behaviours - Direct-supervisors should be informed - Follow company's procedures whilst remaining vigilant Legal framework for Aviation Security: - Answer-1. ICAO - Annex 17 and International conventions 2. ECAC - DOC 30 Part II 3. EU 4. STATE NCASPWhat is the purpose of ICAO and ECAC? - Answer-- Inform states about current standards and recommended practises for aviation security. - These standards are implemented into national legislation by vast majority of countries. The EU-Regulations: - Answer-- EC 300/2008 - EU 2015/1998 (as amended) - EU 2015/8005 (as amended) What is the purpose of National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP)? - Answer-- Define responsibilities for implementation of security rules. - Describe Irish security policy and procedures. - Is in line with ICAO and ECAC and relevant EU-legislation What is the purpose of Department of Transport (DOT)? - Answer-- Ensuring that aviation practises and that procedures comply with best international standards. - Drawing up, applying and maintaining the NCASP and security policy. What is the purpose of National Civil Aviation Security Committee (NCASC)? - Answer-- Advises government and industry on policy. - Review effectiveness of security measures. - Ryanair is a full member of the NCASC What are the the responsibilities for IAA? - Answer-- Inspections and audits of airports, air carriers, cargo and companies. - Monitoring compliance of security programmes, training materials and management of instructors. What is the purpose of IAA inspectors? - Answer-- Conduct regular audits, inspections and tests - Carry proof of identity - Provide reports to the Ryanair security officer - Provide reports to the EU-commissionWhat are the responsibilities for the Airport Security Officer? - Answer-- Ensure security policy is implemented at the airport - Maintains the security programme - Communicates with appropriate authority - Reports to the airport manager