TBS PHASE 1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(100% CORRECT) | LATEST UPDATE 2026/2027 |
GRADED A+ | ASSURED PASS.
Define Operational Security (OPSEC), - ANSWERSThe process to deny the enemy
critical information about us.
Identify immediate actions for safeguarding suspected classified material - ANSWERSReport all
security violations or suspected compromises, including espionage attempts, to the security
manager immediately.
identify the levels of classified materials security classification - ANSWERS1. Top
Secret -
2. Secret
3. Confidential - -
4. Unclassified -
top secret - ANSWERS- unauthorized disclosure can be expected to cause
exceptionally grave damage to national security. Orange cards
Secret - ANSWERSunauthorized disclosure could be expected to cause serious
damage to national security. Red card indicator
Confidential - ANSWERS- could be expected to cause identifiable damage to
national
security- blue cards
Unclassified - ANSWERSany other material not marked
Memorize safe combinations; written records of combinations are only maintained in the CMCC
and may not be held by any individual.
Store nothing valuable with classified material.
Do not discuss classified material with anyone other than cleared personnel with need to know.
Destroy material exactly when told using the prescribed method.
identify the procedures for reporting persons suspected of espionage -
ANSWERSreport the incident or person immediately to your chain of command, security
manager, S-2 Intelligence Officer, or Naval Criminal Investigative Services (NCIS
identify the methods used by foreign agents to collect information - ANSWERS1.
,Exploiting or stealing classified equipment and technology
2. Illegally transferring U.S. technology from third countries
3. Covert espionage.
4. Recruitment of Americans to a foreign cause or the exploitation of human
intelligence.
4. Cyber attacks identify procedures for handling of "For Official Use Only"
materials - ANSWERS
identify procedures for classified material spillage or compromise - ANSWERSReport all
security violations or suspected compromises, including espionage attempts, to the security
manager immediately.
Use classified material in a controlled environment that limits the number of people who have
access to it.
Cover or close material if uncleared personnel approach.
Never leave classified material unsecured.
Never take classified material home.
identify ways to safeguard personally identifiable information (PII) in - ANSWERS1. Ensuring
that PI/PII contained in a system of records, , is protected so that the security and confidentiality
of the information is preserved.
2. Not disclosing any information contained in a system of records
3. Not maintaining unpublished official files.
4. Safeguarding the privacy of individuals and confidentiality of PI/PII contained in a
system of records.
5. Properly marking all FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY - PRIVACY SENSITIVE - Any misuse or
unauthorized disclosure can result in both civil and criminal penalties."
6. Not maintaining privacy sensitive information in public folders.
7. Reporting any unauthorized disclosure of PI/PII f
.
8. DON activities shall not maintain records describing how an individual exercises his/her
rights guaranteed by the First Amendment
,define personally identifiable information (PII - ANSWERSAny information or characteristics
that may be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity, such as their name, social
security number, or biometric records. PII falls under the subclassification For Official Use Only
(FOUO).
Communications
Original classification - not you - ANSWERSThe Secretary of the Navy severely restricts the
power to classify new material or information which is not derived from previously existing
material or information
Classified Information - ANSWERSOfficial information which has been determined to require,
in the interests of national security, protection against unauthorized disclosure and which has
been so identified by the assignment of a security classification
Classified Material - ANSWERSA document or any media upon which classified
information is recorded or embodied.
Security - ANSWERSThe establishment of a protected environment for classified
information and materials
Access - ANSWERSThe ability and opportunity to obtain knowledge of classified
information or possession of classified materials.
Derivative Classification Authority- ME - ANSWERSThis power is inherent to all personnel
who work with classified materials and information. Specifically, if you produce or extract
classified material or information from other classified material, you are responsible for
classifying the newly created material to the appropriate level. This authority must be exercised
daily to ensure security.
Clearences - ANSWERS1. Top Secret- 5 years max, based on one single scoop
background investigation
2. Secret- 10 years max, i
3. Confidental- 15 years
Billets and individual responsibility of CO - ANSWERSIs directly responsible and, therefore,
accountable for all matters pertaining to the security of classified materials and information held
or used by the command.
Responsibilities of Security manager - ANSWERSThe CO assigns the unit security manager,
usually the battalion executive officer (XO). The security manager:
Investigates all security violations and suspected compromises of classified information and
materia
How to treat
a frostbite - ANSWERSMove the casualty to a heated area such as a warming tent or vehicle.
, • Remove or loosen constrictive clothing to allow the blood to circulate freely to the affected
area.
• For deep frostbite, which has penetrated below the upper layers of skin and into the muscles,
transport the victim immediately to a medical facility. Do not attempt to thaw the affected area.
Security (COMSEC - ANSWERSMeasures and controls taken to deny unauthorized persons
information derived from telecommunications systems and ensure authenticity of such
communications
Need to Know - ANSWERSThe necessity for access to knowledge or possession of
classified information in order to carry out official military or government duties.
Clearence - ANSWERSAn administrative determination by a designated authority that
an individual is eligible for access to classified information of a specific classification
designation or less.
The 3 big - ANSWERS1. Clearence , CCES and need to know
Trench foot treatment - ANSWERSKeep the feet dry.
• Change socks often and air-dry or blot the moisture off.
• Keep the feet warm.
• Change socks often and use foot powder to absorb excess moisture.
• Only wear vapor barrier boots when necessary, and once afflicted, walk only as much as
necessary.
B151236 Prevention and
Custodians - ANSWERSThe two different custodians in the infantry battalion are the classified
material control custodian (CMCC) and the electronic keying material systems manager.
Custodians:
Store classified material in containers appropriate for the classification level of material being
stored.
intel officer S-2 - ANSWERSThe S-2 is usually assigned as the assistant security manager and:
Initiates and monitors the progress of security investigations.
Informs the CO of all changes to individual security clearances. The S-2 is the staff section
where
individuals report to obtain or upgrade a security clearance.
PII - ANSWERSAny information or characteristics that may be used to distinguish or trace an
individual's identity, such as their name, social security number, or biometric records. PII falls
under the sub-classification For Official Use Only (FOUO).
(100% CORRECT) | LATEST UPDATE 2026/2027 |
GRADED A+ | ASSURED PASS.
Define Operational Security (OPSEC), - ANSWERSThe process to deny the enemy
critical information about us.
Identify immediate actions for safeguarding suspected classified material - ANSWERSReport all
security violations or suspected compromises, including espionage attempts, to the security
manager immediately.
identify the levels of classified materials security classification - ANSWERS1. Top
Secret -
2. Secret
3. Confidential - -
4. Unclassified -
top secret - ANSWERS- unauthorized disclosure can be expected to cause
exceptionally grave damage to national security. Orange cards
Secret - ANSWERSunauthorized disclosure could be expected to cause serious
damage to national security. Red card indicator
Confidential - ANSWERS- could be expected to cause identifiable damage to
national
security- blue cards
Unclassified - ANSWERSany other material not marked
Memorize safe combinations; written records of combinations are only maintained in the CMCC
and may not be held by any individual.
Store nothing valuable with classified material.
Do not discuss classified material with anyone other than cleared personnel with need to know.
Destroy material exactly when told using the prescribed method.
identify the procedures for reporting persons suspected of espionage -
ANSWERSreport the incident or person immediately to your chain of command, security
manager, S-2 Intelligence Officer, or Naval Criminal Investigative Services (NCIS
identify the methods used by foreign agents to collect information - ANSWERS1.
,Exploiting or stealing classified equipment and technology
2. Illegally transferring U.S. technology from third countries
3. Covert espionage.
4. Recruitment of Americans to a foreign cause or the exploitation of human
intelligence.
4. Cyber attacks identify procedures for handling of "For Official Use Only"
materials - ANSWERS
identify procedures for classified material spillage or compromise - ANSWERSReport all
security violations or suspected compromises, including espionage attempts, to the security
manager immediately.
Use classified material in a controlled environment that limits the number of people who have
access to it.
Cover or close material if uncleared personnel approach.
Never leave classified material unsecured.
Never take classified material home.
identify ways to safeguard personally identifiable information (PII) in - ANSWERS1. Ensuring
that PI/PII contained in a system of records, , is protected so that the security and confidentiality
of the information is preserved.
2. Not disclosing any information contained in a system of records
3. Not maintaining unpublished official files.
4. Safeguarding the privacy of individuals and confidentiality of PI/PII contained in a
system of records.
5. Properly marking all FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY - PRIVACY SENSITIVE - Any misuse or
unauthorized disclosure can result in both civil and criminal penalties."
6. Not maintaining privacy sensitive information in public folders.
7. Reporting any unauthorized disclosure of PI/PII f
.
8. DON activities shall not maintain records describing how an individual exercises his/her
rights guaranteed by the First Amendment
,define personally identifiable information (PII - ANSWERSAny information or characteristics
that may be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity, such as their name, social
security number, or biometric records. PII falls under the subclassification For Official Use Only
(FOUO).
Communications
Original classification - not you - ANSWERSThe Secretary of the Navy severely restricts the
power to classify new material or information which is not derived from previously existing
material or information
Classified Information - ANSWERSOfficial information which has been determined to require,
in the interests of national security, protection against unauthorized disclosure and which has
been so identified by the assignment of a security classification
Classified Material - ANSWERSA document or any media upon which classified
information is recorded or embodied.
Security - ANSWERSThe establishment of a protected environment for classified
information and materials
Access - ANSWERSThe ability and opportunity to obtain knowledge of classified
information or possession of classified materials.
Derivative Classification Authority- ME - ANSWERSThis power is inherent to all personnel
who work with classified materials and information. Specifically, if you produce or extract
classified material or information from other classified material, you are responsible for
classifying the newly created material to the appropriate level. This authority must be exercised
daily to ensure security.
Clearences - ANSWERS1. Top Secret- 5 years max, based on one single scoop
background investigation
2. Secret- 10 years max, i
3. Confidental- 15 years
Billets and individual responsibility of CO - ANSWERSIs directly responsible and, therefore,
accountable for all matters pertaining to the security of classified materials and information held
or used by the command.
Responsibilities of Security manager - ANSWERSThe CO assigns the unit security manager,
usually the battalion executive officer (XO). The security manager:
Investigates all security violations and suspected compromises of classified information and
materia
How to treat
a frostbite - ANSWERSMove the casualty to a heated area such as a warming tent or vehicle.
, • Remove or loosen constrictive clothing to allow the blood to circulate freely to the affected
area.
• For deep frostbite, which has penetrated below the upper layers of skin and into the muscles,
transport the victim immediately to a medical facility. Do not attempt to thaw the affected area.
Security (COMSEC - ANSWERSMeasures and controls taken to deny unauthorized persons
information derived from telecommunications systems and ensure authenticity of such
communications
Need to Know - ANSWERSThe necessity for access to knowledge or possession of
classified information in order to carry out official military or government duties.
Clearence - ANSWERSAn administrative determination by a designated authority that
an individual is eligible for access to classified information of a specific classification
designation or less.
The 3 big - ANSWERS1. Clearence , CCES and need to know
Trench foot treatment - ANSWERSKeep the feet dry.
• Change socks often and air-dry or blot the moisture off.
• Keep the feet warm.
• Change socks often and use foot powder to absorb excess moisture.
• Only wear vapor barrier boots when necessary, and once afflicted, walk only as much as
necessary.
B151236 Prevention and
Custodians - ANSWERSThe two different custodians in the infantry battalion are the classified
material control custodian (CMCC) and the electronic keying material systems manager.
Custodians:
Store classified material in containers appropriate for the classification level of material being
stored.
intel officer S-2 - ANSWERSThe S-2 is usually assigned as the assistant security manager and:
Initiates and monitors the progress of security investigations.
Informs the CO of all changes to individual security clearances. The S-2 is the staff section
where
individuals report to obtain or upgrade a security clearance.
PII - ANSWERSAny information or characteristics that may be used to distinguish or trace an
individual's identity, such as their name, social security number, or biometric records. PII falls
under the sub-classification For Official Use Only (FOUO).
