Tips For The Screening Process For Travelers With Disabilities And Medical Conditions
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Tips for a Smooth Screening Process for Travelers with Disabilities and Medical Conditions
Traveling with a disability or medical condition? Proper preparation can make airport security screenings much smoother. Here are some helpful tips:
Choosing Your Screening Environment
- Private or Public: If a personal search is required, you can choose between a public or private screening area. Declining both options means you won't be able to fly.- Private Options: Before any pat-down that requires lifting clothing or revealing a medical device, you should be offered a private screening and a disposable paper drape for added privacy.
Assisting Companions
- Your companion, assistant, or family member can accompany and assist you during the screening. Afterward, they will need to be rescreened.Comfort and Accessibility
- Sitting Option: Request a chair if you need to sit during the process.- Arm Movement: Raise your arms only as far as you're comfortable.
- Wheelchair Use: If you can't stand or walk through the metal detector, you can remain in your wheelchair.
Requesting Alternatives
- Pat-Down Requests: You can request a pat-down instead of going through a metal detector or being hand-wanded without explaining why.Privacy and Discretion
- If you have a private condition or implant, ask the Security Officer to handle the screening discreetly.Handling of Personal Items
- Glove Change: You can request a Security Officer to change gloves during the inspection of your belongings or before a pat-down.Medication Screening
- Visual Inspection Option: Although medications and related supplies are typically X-rayed, you can request a visual inspection instead. Do this before the screening begins.- Preparation: Separate medications and associated supplies into a distinct bag or pouch. Hand this to the Security Officer at the walk-through metal detector.
- Handling: You'll be asked to display, handle, and repack your medications to prevent contamination or damage.
- X-ray Requirement: If some items can't be visually cleared, they must be X-rayed. Without X-ray clearance, you can't bring these into the sterile area.
To ensure you have the most current information, check the TSA website for updates before you travel.
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