As a Hand Luggage Inspector, you will need to master following:

• ensure public safety and security

More generally, a hand luggage inspector is also versed in:

• apply company policies
• check methods
• comply with legal regulations
• detain offenders
• identify security threats
• identify terrorism threats
• illegal substances
• liaise with local authorities
• liaise with security authorities
• perform security checks
• practice vigilance
• security threats
• stay alert
• use different communication channels

It also helps to know the following:

• check tickets at venue entry
• common aviation safety regulations
• ensure passage metal detection
• perform inspection analysis
• perform tests for illegal substances
• set safety and security standards
• store goods
• assist police investigations
• comply with the principles of self-defence
• deal with aggressive behaviour
• guide people to holding areas
• handle surveillance equipment
• identify airport safety hazards
• operate radio equipment
• perform body searches
• react calmly in stressful situations
• restrain individuals
• surveillance methods