[nabs-l] Fwd: NFBNJ: TSA Airport Travel - FW: [Njagdu] FW: Communication # 19 - "What to Expect" - Diabetes Awareness Month (November)
Mikayla Gephart
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Tue Nov 11 21:57:03 UTC 2014
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> From: Brian Mackey <bmackey88 at gmail.com>
> Date: November 11, 2014 at 4:53:45 PM EST
> To: Brian Mackey <bmackey88 at gmail.com>
> Subject: NFBNJ: TSA Airport Travel - FW: [Njagdu] FW: Communication # 19 - "What to Expect" - Diabetes Awareness Month (November)
> Reply-To: bmackey88 at gmail.com
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> From the desk of NFBNJ President Joe Ruffalo.
> Received from Vincent Chaney, President, NJ Diabetic Division.
>
> To Any Diabetic Who Travels Through USA Airports:
>
> Thanks to Ginger Kutsch for sharing this TSA Travel information for all diabetics traveling through airports in the USA...
> I am including the content of the attachment for those whom are unable to open the document. The message notes that this may be shared with others.
>
> TSA Pre✓™
> Standard Screening
>
> Travelers eligible for TSA Pre✓™:
> o Present your boarding pass and government-issued ID to the TSA travel document checker;
> o The TSA travel document checker will scan your boarding pass barcode;
> o Proceed to the TSA Pre✓™ line.
>
> At the beginning of screening:
> o Inform the TSA officer about your disability or medical condition.
> o Inform the TSA officer if you have an insulin pump.
> o It is not necessary to disconnect from your insulin pump.
> o Oversized medically-necessary liquids should be removed from accessible property. Diabetes related medications and liquids are permitted through security checkpoints after undergoing x-ray and/or inspection screening.
> o Inform the TSA officer if there are medically-necessary liquids that need to be screened. These liquids should be separated from other carry-on items.
> o Inform the TSA office if you would like to move to the front of the screening line.
>
> During the screening process:
> o Generally, TSA Pre✓™ lines are shorter and have less wait times.
> o You are not required to disconnect from the Insulin pump. You may be screened using Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT), a Walk-Through Metal Detector, or using a pat-down.
>
> Not required to remove:
> o Belt
> o Shoes
> o Jacket/Coat/Light Outerwear
> o 3-1-1 compliant bag
> o Laptop from carry-on
> o CPAP/BPAP
>
> Travelers not eligible for TSA Pre✓™ :
> o Present your boarding pass and government-issued
> ID to the TSA travel document checker;
> o The TSA travel document checker will scan your boarding
> pass barcode;
> o Proceed to the standard screening line.
>
> At the beginning of screening:
> o Inform the TSA officer about your disability or medical condition.
> o Inform the TSA officer if you have an insulin pump.
> o It is not necessary to disconnect from your insulin pump.
> o Oversized medically-necessary liquids should be removed and compliant liquids, gels and aerosols in a quart-sized plastic bag are also required to be removed from accessible property. Diabetes related medications and liquids are permitted through security checkpoints after undergoing x-ray and/or inspection screening.
> o Inform the TSA officer if there are medically-necessary liquids that need to be screened. These liquids should be separated from other carry-on items.
> o Inform the TSA officer if you would like to move to the front of the screening line.
>
> During the screening process:
> o Generally, passengers experience longer lines depending on the date and time of travel. Take into consideration weekends and holidays.
> o You are not required to disconnect from the insulin pump. The insulin pump is subject to additional screening, which may include conducting a self-pat-down of the insulin pump and explosive trace detection sampling of hands.
> o You may be screened using Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT), a Walk-Through Metal Detector, or using a thorough pat-down.
>
> Required to remove:
> o Belt
> o Shoes
> o Jackets/Coats/Light outerwear
> o 3-1-1 compliant bag
> o Medically necessary liquids
> o Laptop from carry-on
> o CPAP/BPAP
> WHAT TO KNOW
> · TSA Cares:
>
> o TSA Cares is a toll-free helpline (1-855-787-2227), available for passengers with disabilities and medical conditions to get the latest information on screening. You may call from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends and holidays. Passengers who are deaf or hard of hearing may use Federal Relay 711.
>
> o Communicate information about your specific needs to TSA Cares at least 72 hours in advance of airport arrival to allow TSA to prepare for individual requirements at the airports you visit.
>
> o Learn more about screening procedures for travelers with disabilities and medical conditions at TSA.gov.
>
> · Passenger Support Specialists:
>
> o Travelers may request the assistance of a passenger support specialist through TSA Cares, or at the airport.
>
> o The specialist is a specially trained staff member who provides travelers with disabilities and medical conditions on-the-spot assistance at security checkpoints.
>
> o Learn more about passenger support specialists at TSA.gov.
>
> Planning Your Trip:
> o Arrive early to allow time to screen medically-necessary liquids and medical devices.
>
> o Communicate your specific needs to the TSA officer before screening begins to facilitate your airport screening experience. This can include information about medically-necessary liquids equipment and devices as well as the location of sensitive areas. You may provide this information to the TSA officer verbally, or present a TSA notification card to the TSA officer.
>
> o The notification card is a basic, non-verbal way for you to communicate your disability or medical condition to officers. However, the notification card does not exempt travelers from screening.
>
> o The 3-1-1 liquids rule for carry-ons allows each traveler to have liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes in quantities of 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less per container; in 1 quart sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; and 1 bag. This rule does not apply to medically-necessary liquids for travelers with disabilities and medical conditions. However, you will need to declare medically-necessary liquids for inspection at the checkpoint, and officers may need to conduct additional screening of these items.
>
>
>
> · Advanced Imaging Technology:
>
> o Travelers are eligible to be screened using advanced imaging technology if they are able to stand and walk through the machine; stand and hold their hands about their head for five to seven seconds without support; and if there is an alarm, stand for additional time to resolve the alarm.
>
> o Travelers not wishing to be screened by advanced imaging technology, and travelers who are not eligible for such screening, can request a pat-down.
>
> o Learn more about advanced imaging technology at TSA.gov.
>
> · Walk-Through Metal Detectors:
>
> o Travelers may be screened by walk through metal detectors if they can walk through the machine on their own.
>
> o Travelers cannot request metal detector screening in lieu of advanced imaging technology or a pat-down.
>
> o Learn more about walk through metal detectors at TSA.gov.
>
> · Pat-Downs:
>
> o When conducted, the pat-down will be performed by a TSA officer of the same gender.
>
> o A traveler can request a private screening, and be accompanied by a companion of his or her choosing.
>
> o Additionally, the traveler can request a chair if he or she needs to sit down.
>
> o Travelers should not be asked to remove or lift any article of clothing to reveal a sensitive body area.
>
> o Learn more about pat-downs at TSA.gov.
>
> · Explosive Trace Detection Screening:
>
> o TSA officers may swab equipment, or a traveler’s hands, and then use explosive trace detection technology to test for explosives.
>
> o The swab is placed inside the unit, which analyzes the content for the presence of potential explosive residue.
>
> o To ensure the health of travelers, screening swabs are disposed of after each use.
>
> o Since it will be used on a random basis, passengers should not expect to see the same thing at every airport or each time they travel.
>
> o Learn more about explosive trace detection at TSA.gov.
>
> · 75 Years Old and Over:
>
> o Travelers 75 years old and over can:
>
> § Leave their shoes and light jackets on while going through security checkpoints, even in the standard screening lanes;
> § Undergo an additional pass-through advanced imaging technology to clear any anomalies detected during screening.
> o Learn more about procedures for travelers 75 years old and older at TSA.gov.
>
> · 12 Years Old and Under:
>
> o Travelers 12 years old and under can:
>
> § Leave their shoes on while going through security checkpoints, even in the standard screening lanes;
> § Undergo multiple passes through the walk through metal detector and advanced imaging technology to clear any alarms during screening;
> § Undergo explosive trace detection testing.
>
> o Learn more about traveling with children through the checkpoint at TSA.gov.
>
> WHAT TO REMEMBER:
> · Packing: Separate medically-necessary liquids and equipment from other belongings so they can be quickly identified and accessed for screening.
>
> · Known Traveler Number (KTN): Enter your known traveler number when you book your flight to get TSA Pre✓™ benefits.
>
> · Companion: You can be accompanied by a companion of your choosing to provide assistance during the screening process. However, the companion must be re-screened after providing assistance that involves physical contact.
>
> · Body Piercing: Certain metal body piercings may cause the machines to alarm, which will result in additional screening. If additional screening is required, passengers may be asked to remove their body piercing in private as an alternative to the pat-down search.
>
> · Gift Wrapping: If a security officer needs to inspect a package, a gift may have to be unwrapped. Passengers should refrain from wrapping gifts until arriving at their final destination.
>
> · Dress Smart: Dressing smart for security will get you through the checkpoint faster. Learn more about dressing smart at TSA.gov.
>
> Visit TSA.gov to learn more about policies for travelers with disabilities and medical conditions.
>
>
> Vinny
> Vincent G Chaney Jr
> 732-251-8650
> President, NFBNJ New Jersey Association of Guide Dog Users
> President, NFBNJ Diabetes Division
> Webmaster: nfbnj.org http://www.nfbnj.org
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Njagdu [mailto:njagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ginger Kutsch via Njagdu
> Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 9:57 AM
> To: New Jersey Association of Guide Dog Users
> Subject: [Njagdu] FW: Communication # 19 - "What to Expect" - Diabetes Awareness Month (November)
>
> FYI
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Buckland, Susan [mailto:Susan.Buckland at tsa.dhs.gov]
> Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 8:10 AM
> Subject: Communication # 19 - "What to Expect" - Diabetes Awareness Month
> (November)
>
> Good Afternoon -
>
> In support/recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month the Transportation Security Administration Disability Branch would like to share the attached "What to Expect" document. The document provides general information about "What to Expect" in the screening process and also includes sections on "What to Know" and "What to Remember". The intent of the document is to help travelers make better informed decisions. Please feel free to share.
>
>
>
>
> Thank you,
>
> Susan Buckland
> Disability Branch, POC TSA
> Disability and Medical Condition Coalition, Outreach and Engagement
> Office of Civil Rights and Liberties, Ombudsmen and Traveler Engagement
> Transportation Security Administration
> Department of Homeland Security
> Susan.buckland at tsa.dhs.gov<mailto:Susan.buckland at tsa.dhs.gov>
>
>
> Forwarded by:
>
> Brian A. Mackey
>
> Brian A. Mackey
> Mackey Enterprises LLC
> Secretary, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
> 609-953-6988
> Bmackey88 at gmail.com
>
> “Happy are those who dream dreams and are willing to pay the price to make those dreams come true”
> -Vince Papale
>
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