Security Equipment, ICT Tools and Modern Technology Awareness
What the exam tests
Security equipment, ICT tools and modern technology-how to use, check and trust devices appropriately.
Core rules and concepts
- Screening: handheld metal detector, door-frame metal detector and X-ray baggage scanner; follow operator training and local SOP.
- Access control: biometrics, RFID cards, PIN, turnstiles and visitor management software.
- Monitoring: CCTV, video analytics, alarms, intercom and PA; check time stamps and camera health.
- Field tools: radio, body-worn camera, GPS tracker, torch, mirrors and under-vehicle search mirror.
- Cyber hygiene: strong passwords, no sharing, verify links, report phishing and protect personal data.
- Records: equipment log, breakdown report, CCTV retention and chain of custody.
Worked example
An X-ray image shows a dense rectangular object in a bag. Reasoning: stop the bag politely, ask the owner to open it, check manually with consent and a witness if required, identify the object and follow the SOP. Do not rely only on the image, and do not embarrass the person.
Traps that cost marks
- Assuming a machine is always correct or always wrong.
- Sharing passwords or leaving a logged-in terminal.
- Recording people without authorisation.