Screener Training Software
However, we have also found that:
circle6 a CBT system is non-judgmental and
non-threatening and since each screener
works on an individual terminal, it
eliminates the element of
embarrassment for making a mistake.
This creates a sense of self-confidence,
which is so critical for security screeners.
CBT engages him/her continuously
throughout the session. This is an
important aspect of a screeners training
as it helps increase functional
competency.
circle6 the standardised training content
ensures all students receive the same
instruction and they are able to evaluate
the same X-ray images
circle6 CBT simulations bring a sense of
operational realism into the classroom.
This is particularly helpful since it is not
A Safe Passage classroom
always possible for screeners to be shown
‘the real thing’, eg. a real IED, in an
circle6 Realism can be simulated, however, the threat items eg. liquid explosives. In the
operational environment. Besides, in their
systems don’t allow for a physical search same way, screeners will not be able to
entire professional operational life as a
of a bag to positively identify certain get the ‘touch and feel’ experience. trianglert
screener, they will probably never see a
genuine IED in a bag. It is for this very
reason that the opportunity to view
thousands of such images in the image
library of the CBT system becomes critical.
circle6 CBT simulations enhance image retention
capability.
circle6 CBT can be brought to the ‘doorstep’ of
the screener through web-based or e-
learning platforms, thus organisations
are able to save the cost of sending their
screeners to offsite locations for training.
Limitations of Using CBT
for X-ray Screening
Like all other systems, CBT for X-ray
operations has its limitations as well.
circle6 Screener training CBT is not there to
replace the trainer. This is because adult
learners are practical people, often with
operational experience, who ask specific
questions, so they need instructors.
circle6 CBT systems are not able to reconstruct
actual live environment stress levels that
screeners encounter.
circle6 They require computer hardware to
operate and can be costly for some
smaller organisations.
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