If you notice a passenger showing behavior that suggests a security risk, what is the correct course of action?

• A. Alert the lead, follow security protocol, politely block access, document observation, and cooperate with authorities if required.
• B. Ignore the behavior.
• C. Laugh it off.
• D. Detain the passenger yourself.

Answer: (A)

Recognizing a potential security risk requires a calm, procedural response. The best course is to alert the lead, follow security protocol, politely restrict access as required, document the observation with concrete details, and cooperate with authorities if needed. This approach leverages trained oversight, keeps actions authorized and defensible, and creates a helpful record for any follow-up. Detaining someone yourself is not appropriate unless you are specifically trained and authorized to do so, and ignoring the behavior or joking about it can allow a threat to escalate and jeopardize everyone onboard.