SVS Smith X-Ray Operation and X-Ray Image Interpretation Training Course

COURSE: Smith X-Ray Operation and Interpretation Training Course

LENGTH:  8 hours

MAX STUDENTS: 25

TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE (TLO):

TLO#1: The students will learn how to set up, operate, and interpret x-ray images for threats using the Smith X-ray system

ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVES (ELO’S):

EPO #1:  Describe the Smith X-ray machine's main components.

EPO #2:  Describe the Smith safety considerations.

EPO #3:  Describe the Smith X-ray Screening Procedures

EPO #4:  Describe material determination using a multi-color X-ray system.

EPO #5:  Describe the features and functions of the Smith X-ray machine.

EPO #7: Identify the characteristics of a knife threat in an X-ray image

EPO #8: Identify the characteristics of a Gun threat in an X-ray image

EPO #9 Identify the characteristics of ammo in an X-ray image

EPO #10: Identify the characteristics of bomb components in an X-ray image

EPO #11: Identify the characteristics of explosives in an x-ray image

EPO #12 identify the characteristics of fully assembled bombs in an X-ray image

EPO #13 Identify the characteristics of a concealed IED in an X-ray image

EPO #14: Identify a threat in a bag with clutter in an X-ray image

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed to introduce the student to the Smith X-ray machine. It includes the use, X-ray theory, safety considerations, operation, calibration, testing, and scanning procedures.  The classroom instruction and student-centered learning environment will provide the basis for the development of the effective use of the X-ray machine. The second part of this course is designed to introduce the student to X-ray Interpretation at a checkpoint.  It includes the identification of various Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) components such as batteries, initiators, explosives, and switches.  It also includes the identification of prohibited items such as knives, guns, cameras, cell phones, and liquids.  The classroom instruction and student-centered learning environment will provide the basis of knowledge for effective X-ray interpretation.

  This course is very effective at improving your security staff's ability to detect threats and provides you with actual performance measurements that detail how effective your security operations are at detecting threats.

Course cost does NOT includes instructor travel and will be quoted separately and is based on GSA per Diem rates.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS: Must be familiar with the checkpoint screening equipment

EQUIPMENT: Must have access to facilities screening equipment, SOP, and emergency action plan

TESTING: Written-test

CERTIFICATE: Certificate of Training for Smith x-ray Operation and image interpretation

INSTRUCTION QUALIFICATION:

• Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Certified Instructor
• Academy certified on the Smith X-ray
• U.S. Marshal (retired) or Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician
• Completed Inter-agency Security Committee (ISC) training and certifications