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Aviation Security at Airports Discussion Training
Description
This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to discuss aviation security at airports, covering key principles, threats, and regulatory frameworks. Participants will understand the roles and responsibilities of security personnel and the importance of compliance with South African and international aviation security standards.
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss the key principles and objectives of aviation security at airports.
- Identify potential threats and risks to aviation security and explain mitigation strategies.
- Explain the roles and responsibilities of security personnel and relevant stakeholders.
- Analyze the regulatory framework governing aviation security in South Africa and internationally.
- Apply security procedures and protocols in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of security measures and recommend improvements.
Target Audience
This course is designed for aviation security personnel, airport staff, and individuals working in or aspiring to enter the aviation industry in South Africa.
Prerequisites
None — open enrollment.
Course Outline
Objectives:
• Understand the importance of aviation security in the airport environment.
• Identify key international and national regulatory bodies and their roles.
• Explain the legal framework governing aviation security in South Africa.
• Recognize the consequences of security breaches.
Topics:
• Overview of aviation security and its significance.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 17.
• South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) regulations.
• National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP).
• Roles and responsibilities of airport security personnel.
• Consequences of security failures and case studies.
Objectives:
• Describe access control measures and their implementation.
• Explain passenger and baggage screening procedures.
• Identify prohibited items and appropriate responses.
• Understand the use of screening equipment.
Topics:
• Access control systems and identification methods.
• Restricted areas and segregation.
• Passenger screening processes: walk-through metal detectors, hand-held wands.
• Baggage screening: X-ray, explosive trace detection.
• Prohibited items and threat assessment.
• Handling of suspicious items and incidents.
Objectives:
• Explain cargo security measures and supply chain integrity.
• Describe perimeter security systems and patrol procedures.
• Understand response protocols for perimeter breaches.
• Identify vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
Topics:
• Cargo security: screening, chain of custody, secure storage.
• Known consignor and regulated agent programs.
• Airport perimeter security: fencing, lighting, surveillance.
• Patrolling and monitoring techniques.
• Intrusion detection systems.
• Response to perimeter breaches and alarms.
Objectives:
• Outline emergency response procedures for security incidents.
• Describe threat levels and escalation protocols.
• Promote a positive security culture among staff.
• Apply knowledge in scenario-based discussions.
Topics:
• Emergency response plans: hijacking, bomb threats, unlawful interference.
• Communication and coordination with law enforcement.
• Threat assessment and risk management.
• Security culture: reporting, vigilance, and continuous improvement.
• Case studies and lessons learned.
• Course review and assessment.
Practicals
Overview
Practical sessions allow learners to apply security procedures in simulated airport scenarios, including access control, passenger screening, and perimeter patrol. These hands-on exercises reinforce theoretical knowledge and build competence in using security equipment and responding to incidents.
Practical Activities
- Access Control Simulation — Learners practice verifying identification, issuing passes, and controlling entry to restricted areas using mock access control systems. (3h)
- Passenger and Baggage Screening Exercise — Using walk-through metal detectors and X-ray simulators, learners screen mock passengers and baggage to identify prohibited items. (4h)
- Perimeter Patrol and Incident Response — Learners conduct a simulated perimeter patrol, identify security breaches, and practice response procedures including reporting and containment. (3h)
- Emergency Scenario Drill — In a tabletop exercise, learners respond to a simulated bomb threat, practicing communication, evacuation, and coordination with authorities. (2h)
Summatives
Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course via daily exercises, scored practical assignments, and a final summative test at the end.
Practical Assignments — 30%
Practical assignments are observed and scored against a rubric during the practical sessions. Each delegate's practical mark is averaged into a single 100% score and contributes 30% to the final total.
Daily Exercises — 20%
Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 20% to the final total.
Final Test — 50%
On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 50% to the overall mark.
Final Total
| Component | Out of | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Assignments (rubric-scored) | 100% | 30% |
| Daily Average (multiple choice) | 100% | 20% |
| Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) | 100% | 50% |
| Final Total | — | 100% |
All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.
Certificate
How it works
- Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
- Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
- You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
- If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it
Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.
Training Discounts
Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.
| Delegates | Discount |
|---|---|
| 5 | 3% off |
| 10 | 6% off |
| 15 | 9% off |
| 20 | 12% off |
| 25 | 15% off |
| 30 | 18% off |
| 50 | 30% off |
| 75 | 40% off |
| 100 | 40% off |
3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.
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