Ryanair security Exam 2023/2024 Questions and Answers
Why do we need aviation security?
To protect passengers, crew, aircraft, facilities against acts of unlawful interference.
What is the objective of security training?
To ensure crew gain competencies relevant to their security duties, so they can
efficiently help passengers, crew, aircraft and facilities against acts of unlawful
interference.
What is IED?
Improvised Explosive Device
What is hijacking?
An operation where the terrorist seize control of some type of vehicle
Current threats?
- Cyber attacks
- Insider threats
- Ranged weapons
- IED
- Airport attacks
- Drones
- Flight simulators
- Lasers
What difference did 21/12/1998 Lockerbie make?
100% HBS (hold baggage screening)
What difference did 09/11/2001 WTC make?
Locked F/D door
What difference did 22/12/2001 "Shoe Bomber" make?
Shoe scanners
What difference did 24/08/2006 Liquid explosives plot make?
Restrictions on liquids
Robust security culture is based on:
- Effective security procedures
- Strong reporting culture
- Vigilance among stuff
- Good quality of security training
- Feeling of ownership among all employees
Different forms of insider threats:
- Sharing of sensitive procedures
- Attacks on information systems
- Smuggling goods
- Passing restricted sensitive information
What is radicalisation?
- A phased process in which an individual or a group embraces a radical ideology that
can lead to an increased willingness to use violence for political goals.
- Employees may be radicalised before or after joining company.
Warning signs of radicalisation:
, - Isolation from work colleagues
- Becoming secretive
- Sudden changes in mood
How can we deal with insider threat and radicalisation?
- Report any suspicious behaviours
- Direct-supervisors should be informed
- Follow company's procedures whilst remaining vigilant
Legal framework for Aviation Security:
1. ICAO - Annex 17 and International conventions
2. ECAC - DOC 30 Part II
3. EU
4. STATE NCASP
What is the purpose of ICAO and ECAC?
- Inform states about current standards and recommended practises for aviation
security.
- These standards are implemented into national legislation by vast majority of
countries.
The EU-Regulations:
- EC 300/2008
- EU 2015/1998 (as amended)
- EU 2015/8005 (as amended)
What is the purpose of National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP)?
- Define responsibilities for implementation of security rules.
- Describe Irish security policy and procedures.
- Is in line with ICAO and ECAC and relevant EU-legislation
What is the purpose of Department of Transport (DOT)?
- Ensuring that aviation practises and that procedures comply with best international
standards.
- Drawing up, applying and maintaining the NCASP and security policy.
What is the purpose of National Civil Aviation Security Committee (NCASC)?
- Advises government and industry on policy.
- Review effectiveness of security measures.
- Ryanair is a full member of the NCASC
What are the the responsibilities for IAA?
- Inspections and audits of airports, air carriers, cargo and companies.
- Monitoring compliance of security programmes, training materials and management of
instructors.
What is the purpose of IAA inspectors?
- Conduct regular audits, inspections and tests
- Carry proof of identity
- Provide reports to the Ryanair security officer
- Provide reports to the EU-commission
What are the responsibilities for the Airport Security Officer?
- Ensure security policy is implemented at the airport
- Maintains the security programme
Why do we need aviation security?
To protect passengers, crew, aircraft, facilities against acts of unlawful interference.
What is the objective of security training?
To ensure crew gain competencies relevant to their security duties, so they can
efficiently help passengers, crew, aircraft and facilities against acts of unlawful
interference.
What is IED?
Improvised Explosive Device
What is hijacking?
An operation where the terrorist seize control of some type of vehicle
Current threats?
- Cyber attacks
- Insider threats
- Ranged weapons
- IED
- Airport attacks
- Drones
- Flight simulators
- Lasers
What difference did 21/12/1998 Lockerbie make?
100% HBS (hold baggage screening)
What difference did 09/11/2001 WTC make?
Locked F/D door
What difference did 22/12/2001 "Shoe Bomber" make?
Shoe scanners
What difference did 24/08/2006 Liquid explosives plot make?
Restrictions on liquids
Robust security culture is based on:
- Effective security procedures
- Strong reporting culture
- Vigilance among stuff
- Good quality of security training
- Feeling of ownership among all employees
Different forms of insider threats:
- Sharing of sensitive procedures
- Attacks on information systems
- Smuggling goods
- Passing restricted sensitive information
What is radicalisation?
- A phased process in which an individual or a group embraces a radical ideology that
can lead to an increased willingness to use violence for political goals.
- Employees may be radicalised before or after joining company.
Warning signs of radicalisation:
, - Isolation from work colleagues
- Becoming secretive
- Sudden changes in mood
How can we deal with insider threat and radicalisation?
- Report any suspicious behaviours
- Direct-supervisors should be informed
- Follow company's procedures whilst remaining vigilant
Legal framework for Aviation Security:
1. ICAO - Annex 17 and International conventions
2. ECAC - DOC 30 Part II
3. EU
4. STATE NCASP
What is the purpose of ICAO and ECAC?
- Inform states about current standards and recommended practises for aviation
security.
- These standards are implemented into national legislation by vast majority of
countries.
The EU-Regulations:
- EC 300/2008
- EU 2015/1998 (as amended)
- EU 2015/8005 (as amended)
What is the purpose of National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP)?
- Define responsibilities for implementation of security rules.
- Describe Irish security policy and procedures.
- Is in line with ICAO and ECAC and relevant EU-legislation
What is the purpose of Department of Transport (DOT)?
- Ensuring that aviation practises and that procedures comply with best international
standards.
- Drawing up, applying and maintaining the NCASP and security policy.
What is the purpose of National Civil Aviation Security Committee (NCASC)?
- Advises government and industry on policy.
- Review effectiveness of security measures.
- Ryanair is a full member of the NCASC
What are the the responsibilities for IAA?
- Inspections and audits of airports, air carriers, cargo and companies.
- Monitoring compliance of security programmes, training materials and management of
instructors.
What is the purpose of IAA inspectors?
- Conduct regular audits, inspections and tests
- Carry proof of identity
- Provide reports to the Ryanair security officer
- Provide reports to the EU-commission
What are the responsibilities for the Airport Security Officer?
- Ensure security policy is implemented at the airport
- Maintains the security programme
