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Air Cargo Aviation Security Training

If you work within the cargo sector and require unescorted access to air cargo or mail you may require air cargo security training provided by a CAA Registered Training Provider.

Pentagon Freight Services provides security training for known consignors, regulated agents and approved sub contract hauliers aimed at those who require unescorted access to air cargo or mail.

Our courses are tailored for anyone working in such an environment whether handling, driving, screening or the security manager and ensure those involved have the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake their role.

Training is delivered in one of our dedicated training rooms, which provide a comfortable relaxed atmosphere in a well-equipped environment to enhance learning.

In compliance with the legislation and prior to registration delegates must be in possession of Standard Background Check {SBC).

Known Consignors

The syllabus for known consignor training was revised in 2012, Modules 1-8 cover the syllabus from basic security awareness to training for those responsible for security and is dependent on the individuals job function? A closed book written assessment will be provided at the end to ensure understanding.

Regulated Agents

The new 2021 regulated agent syllabus brought about many changes in accordance with EU2015/1998 (retained in UK law) and is as follows:

Below are examples of the training requirements under the new syllabus

For those who require access to cargo and mail – modules 1-3

  • Threat to aviation
  • Security in the aviation industry
  • The trainee’s role

Driving secure cargo and mail – modules 1-3, 6 and 7

  • Threat to aviation
  • Security in the aviation industry
  • The trainee’s role
  • Overview of cargo and mail
  • Transport

Applying security controls other than screening- modules 1-3, 6, 8 and 9a

  • Threat to aviation
  • Security in the aviation industry
  • The trainee’s role
  • Overview of cargo and mail
  • Acceptance and dispatch or cargo and mail
  • Prohibited articles and concealments

Screening by visual check and hand search – modules 1-3, 6, 8, 9b, 10 and 11

  • Threat to aviation
  • Security in the aviation industry
  • The trainee’s role
  • Overview of cargo and mail
  • Acceptance and dispatch or cargo and mail
  • Prohibited articles and concealments for screeners (this training includes practical elements)
  • Visual Check (this training includes practical elements)
  • Hand Search (this training includes practical elements)

Cargo Supervisors – Modules 1-3, 6, 9a and 20

  • Threat to aviation
  • Security in the aviation industry
  • The trainee’s role
  • Overview of cargo and mail
  • Acceptance and dispatch or cargo and mail
  • Prohibited articles and concealments
  • The role of the supervisor

Supervisors must complete all modules relating to the functions they are supervising, in addition to the modules mentioned.

Local Cargo Manager (Site Security Representative) Modules 1-3, 6 and 20

  • Threat to aviation
  • Security in the aviation industry
  • The trainee’s role
  • Overview of cargo and mail
  • Acceptance and dispatch or cargo and mail
  • Prohibited articles and concealments
  • Local Managers

Managers must complete all modules relating to the functions they are supervising, in addition to the modules mentioned above.

National security managers must complete the Aviation Security Managers course.

There will be a closed book written assessment at the end of each course.

Recurrent training must take place at least every 24 months, with the exception of module 21 which is required every 36 months.

Dates and prices on request

Pentagon Freight Services Plc
Pentagon freight centre
Unit 2 Kirkton Drive
Dyce
Aberdeen
AB21 0BG

Tel: +44 (0)1224 405600
Fax: +44 (0)1224 405601
Email: [email protected]

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