Selected MCQ

Current Question
When screening for “sharp objects,” ASF would detect:
  • A. Large metal trash cans
  • B. Knives longer than 6 cm and similar cutting tools
  • C. Soft pillows
  • D. Glass bottle with water
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
ASF’s sharp object category includes items like knives (especially blades >6cm).
Related Question 1
The primary purpose of airport passenger screening is to detect ______.
  • A. Prohibited items and security threats (weapons, explosives, etc.)
  • B. Average height of passengers
  • C. Number of shoes in use
  • D. Weather suitability
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Screening aims to detect dangerous or prohibited items on persons or in bags to ensure flight safety.
Related Question 2
During baggage screening, if an ASF officer detects contraband in a passenger’s bag, what is the officer required to do?
  • A. Confiscate and dispose of it immediately
  • B. Report it to the airport police only
  • C. Notify Customs staff for appropriate action under the Customs Act
  • D. Ignore it if the flight is about to depart
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The ASF Act requires that contraband found on a person or in baggage be reported to Customs staff at the airport for action under the Customs Act.
Related Question 3
According to ASF screening procedures, if a passenger triggers a metal detector alarm and has not removed metallic items, what happens?
  • A. The passenger is immediately detained
  • B. The passenger undergoes additional screening until the alarm is resolved
  • C. The passenger can proceed with a warning
  • D. The passenger must pay a penalty
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
If the metal detector alarm is triggered, the passenger will undergo additional screening (e.g., pat-down search) until the alarm is resolved.
Related Question 4
Which category of item includes fire alarms and smoke detectors?
  • A. Safety equipment (not dangerous goods)
  • B. Stun devices
  • C. Firearms
  • D. Workers’ Tools
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Fire alarms/detectors are part of the safety infrastructure, not classified as dangerous items by ASF.
Related Question 5
ASF’s screening of cargo (airfreight) is usually done in coordination with:
  • A. Passenger confusion
  • B. Customs and Aviation Security authorities
  • C. Air India
  • D. Tourist agencies
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Cargo screening involves Customs and CAA’s security staff, with ASF overseeing overall security.