Antiterrorism Level 1 Awareness (CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0)

Which of these does not pose a risk to security at a government facility:

A person expressing boredom with the US mission

You found a place to rent and are looking at ways to improve physical security. You know it is a good idea to change locks to ensure keys are under your control. You also make sure windows lock securely and put a dowel or rod in sliding door tracks to keep them from being forced open. What else can you do to improve the physical security of your new residence?

Keep valuables out of sight and away from windows.

You are assigned to a US military installation in Japan. To avoid rush hour traffic, you take public transportation to work. On the Tokyo subway, a man enters your train and sits across from you. He takes a small bag out of his backpack and places on the floor between his feet. You know you should exit the train and alert the subway personnel, but what else should you do?

Note the suspicious person's description, exit the train at the next stop, and alert authorities and provide them the individual's description.

You are stationed overseas and have been provided on-base housing. One day as you come out of your house you notice a delivery van belonging to one of the local vendors that works on your installation. It is parked a couple of houses down and a single individual is sitting in the driver's seat looking around. There is no real reason why a vendor vehicle should be in the residential section of your base. You know you should note the driver's description. But what else should you do?

Note the vehicle make, model, and license plate number and immediately report the incident to unit or installation security.

You are stationed in an area that is traditionally considered low threat. However, there are reports of increased "intelligence chatter" that may indicate preparations for an attack by an international terrorist group. You and some friends want to see a little of the local area. You know you should follow the guidance from your unit and the US Embassy's Regional Security Officer and choose places where Americans and other Westerners do not congregate. So, what type of location would you choose?

Places more likely to have onsite security.

In light of recent attacks on DOD personnel, you consider how to prepare for the active shooter threat. What should you do if there is an active shooter incident and evacuation is not possible?

Seek cover in an area that can be closed off and barricaded.

Choosing your room may be just as important as choosing your hotel.

True

Early symptoms of a biological attack may appear the same as common illnesses?

True

From an antiterrorism perspective, espionage and security negligence are considered Insider Threats?

True

IEDs may come in many forms and may be camouflaged to blend in to the surrounding environment?

True

Roadblocks, detours, and car accidents may represent a threat?

True

You have just arrived at your new, overseas duty assignment. On-base housing is not available, and the housing authority gives you a list of registered landlords you can use to find a residence on the local economy. You decide to prepare a list of preferences for your house search. You know you want a location in a low crime area, near US facilities and host nation emergency services. What else do you consider for better security?

Visitor access control in a gated community or an apartment.

One day on your installation, you see an unescorted person who is wearing an "Escort Required" security badge. You know you should stop him and ask him to take you to his escort or to accompany you to the security office. When you get to his escort, you see he has a group of about 10 local contract workers and learns that he was unaware one was missing. He said he was told one individual could escort 10 workers. What do you do?

Tell the security office what you observed. They may need to change the instructions for escorting contract workers.

Persons who have been given access to an installation can be counted on to be of no threat.

False

To reduce your exposure you should wear clothing with DOD logos and symbols.

False

Electronic audio and video devices are never used by terrorists for surveillance purposes.

False

You are newly assigned to a US installation in a region without much history of terrorist activity against US and allied interests. You know to ask for an orientation briefing on threats in your new area of operations and an orientation on security procedures. What else can you do to become a better team member on security matters?

Learn the normal routines of the installation so you can recognize suspicious behavior.

Security is a team effort.

True

Vehicle and pedestrian access control is a key aspect of hotel security.

True

You are going TDY to a region with a history of sporadic terrorist attacks. On-base accommodations are not available and you have to stay at a local hotel. You get instructions for your travel in accordance with the Foreign Clearance Guide and you receive a list of pre-approved hotels for official travelers. You have several to choose from. You look for a hotel that is safe and secure with good standoff distance from the street to protect against VBIEDs. What else should you consider?

A hotel with centralized access control for vehicles and persons.

What is not a good selection for where to go during off-duty activities?

2. A place of religious association that has caused local controversy

In response to a chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear attack, which of the following is not a good standard personal protection measure:

2. Keep antibiotics on hand for emergency situations.

What is not a physical security feature you should check when inspecting your hotel room:

2. Price

Which of the following is not an early indicator of a potential Insider Threat:

A reasonable disagreement with a US Government policy

At your hotel, you are checking in at the front desk. The receptionist asks if you have room preferences. You know to ask for a room on the 3rd to 5th floors and a room near emergency exits. What else should you request?

A room on the backside of the hotel away from the street to protect against VBIEDs.

You are serving overseas and have to drive outside the US base to get to work. You are deciding how to get to and from work. You use different routes from day to day to disrupt surveillance. And, you select routes near emergency services like police and medical facilities. What else should be your primary concern in planning a route?

Avoiding isolated or seldom-traveled routes.

After reviewing indicators of the Insider Threat, you discuss your response if a potentially mentally unstable person is identified. You know that indicators of a potentially violent incident should be reported to security personnel or law enforcement personnel immediately, but what do you do if you notice indicators of mental instability, but not necessarily violence?

Report the behavior you have witnessed to a supervisor.

You are considering the security of your home. You know you should contact the US Embassy or US Command before hiring a local maid. And, you want to have good relations with your neighbors so you can look out for each other. Also, you are thinking about the importance of electronic communications in securing your home. What do you do?

Do not assume telephone conversations are private, and keep close watch on all Internet acquaintances made by family members.

In an Active Shooter incident involving firearms you should immediately lay on the ground?

False

In the event of a skyjacking, you should immediately attempt to subdue the skyjackers?

False

The ticketing area is more secure than the area beyond the security check point?

False

You have been held captive for several days and overall you have been treated well. Your captors are in negotiations with authorities and you hope the situation can be resolved peacefully. You try not to antagonize your captors, and you eat the food and water they provide to keep your strength up. Then, without warning, you hear an explosion similar to the one when the incident began. This time, men run into the room wearing helmets and bulletproof vests and carrying shields. How do you respond to a rescue attempt?

Get down on the floor and remain still, quietly encourage others to remain calm, and obey instructions from the rescue team.

What is not a physical security measure for your home?

Hiding a key outside to ensure family members can get in if they lose their keys.

Home security can be improved with self-help measures like changing locks, securing windows, and improving outdoor lighting.

True

Internet acquaintances can pose a security threat and should be carefully monitored.

True

It is best to know a little bit about your area so you can recognize unusual activity and behavior.

True

Surveillance can be performed through either stationary or mobile means.

True

Varying your travel routes can help disrupt surveillance activities?

True

While in captivity it is important to stay in good physical condition and develop a daily routine.

True

What should you not do during a hostage rescue attempt:

Try to assist hostage rescue team.

You are driving to work and notice a car has been behind you since shortly after you left home. You believe you have seen the car before but are unsure. You do not panic and continue on your way at a safe and normal speed. After a few minutes the car is still behind you. You decide to make a few casual turns to see if it reacts. It does not follow you, but slows down unnecessarily after you make your first turn. What do you do?

Note the make and model of the car and the description of the occupants if possible.

Since 9/11, which of the following attack methods have not been attempted against an airport or airline:

Chemical or biological attack

When you arrive at your airline's counter, you notice they have a check-in line specifically for your flight. As you stand in line, the person behind you taps you on the shoulder and asks a favor. Since you only have one bag to check and he has three, he asks if you can check one of his bags in your name so he will not have to pay a baggage surcharge. You know that you should not accept the bag. But what do you do?

Alert airline ticket personnel when you arrive at the counter and give the man's description to security personnel after getting your ticket.

You are going TDY to a conference in a major city in South Asia. To get to your final destination you must stay overnight in Tokyo, Japan. Your overnight stay in Tokyo was uneventful and the next morning you arrive at the airport to make your connecting flight. Your taxi stops at the curb close to the doors leading into the airport terminal. As you are getting your bags out of the taxi you notice an unattended civilian-looking SUV. You know that VBIEDs have been used to attack airports in the past and you should not ignore the problem. But what do you do?

Alert the nearest airport employee or security officer and move into the terminal for additional protection.

Which of the following is not an Antiterrorism Level I theme?

Counter-surveillance

As you exit the train, the platform and station are in total confusion; you believe that your subway car was not the only one targeted in this apparent terrorist attack. Now that you are off the train, you know you should evacuate the station in an orderly manner. What else should you do?

Evacuate the station in an orderly manner, leave the immediate area, but remain in the general area to provide a statement to authorities, and follow any instructions from emergency personnel.

You have been in-country for several days. You eat at the hotel restaurant and use other hotel facilities to minimize your exposure. You are also alert to learn what normal behavior is for hotel employees and guests. One morning while eating breakfast you see a man enter the hotel and go to the front desk where he asks about the conference center and gym. He then sits on a couch in the lobby as if waiting for someone. When the receptionist leaves the desk, he pulls out a cell phone and starts taking pictures of the lobby and hallways leading to various hotel facilities. You wonder if this might be an attempt at hotel surveillance. You know you should alert hotel security and security at the organization you are visiting to the possible threat. What else do you do?

Consider changing hotels if the situation is not adequately explained.

You noted a description of the car that was tailing you and its occupants, and you are driving to a secure location as quickly and safely as possible. You have also been alert for potential threats such as false police checkpoints, unusual detours, and accidents slowing traffic. Then, you notice the car that was tailing you has reappeared and is starting to close in. You tried, but failed, to put pass another car and put it between you and the tailing car. The driver's actions are aggressive and you believe you have been targeted for attack.

Execute an immediate turn to escape, jump the curb if necessary to gain room to maneuver.

Your unit or the US Embassy Regional Security Officer may provide a list of places you can and cannot visit.

True

knowing indicators of an unstable person can allow you to identify a potential Insider Threat before an incident?

True

What is not a terrorist method of surveillance?

Breaking and entering to steal valuables

You and your friends sit at a table in the back of the restaurant away from the street. Remembering a recent threat briefing, you begin to discuss security. One member of your party notes that the exits are far away and it would be difficult to get out of the restaurant in an attack. You discuss what you could do if the restaurant comes under a terrorist attack. You know you should dive for cover immediately. And you also know that in the event of an attack with firearms you should crouch on the floor. But what should you do in the event of an attack with grenades?

Dive behind something solid and lie flat on the floor.

You know there may be no warning before the start of an active shooter situation. And, you might be caught with no chance to evacuate, barricade yourself in a room, or attack the perpetrator. You know you should dive for cover immediately. And you also know that in the event of an attack with firearms you should crouch on the floor. But what should you do in the event of an attack with grenades?

Dive behind something solid and lie flat on the floor.

You are assigned overseas and you are attending an event at the embassy of another country. Suddenly, you hear an explosion that shakes the room. Moments later, several men wearing hoods and carrying assault rifles storm into the room. The men are not shooting their weapons but are waving them in the air and shouting for everyone to get on the floor and be quiet. How do you respond?

Do not resist, slowly crouch to the floor, and quietly encourage those around you to remain calm.

A good tactic during interrogations is to refuse to answer any questions.

False

Active resistance should be the immediate response to an active shooter incident?

False

Installation security personnel are solely responsible to contact first responders in an emergency.

False

You continue to observe the suspicious man while you wait to arrive at the next station. Then you notice a liquid is flowing from the bag between the man's feet onto the train floor. You do not smell anything unusual in the air, but people around you start to cough and your eyes are beginning to water. What do you do?

Immediately cover your nose and mouth and plan to exit the train at the next stop. Once in the station, pull the train car's emergency handle so the doors will stay open and all passengers have a chance to exit.

In light of recent attacks on DOD personnel, you and some friends discus how to counter the Insider Threat. What would you do to counter the Insider Threat?

Learn to recognize indicators that might represent an Insider Threat.

Which of the following is not a recommended response to an Active Shooter incident:

Provide instructions to arriving emergency response personnel

Later that evening you decide to go off-base to a local restaurant for dinner. In accordance with good security measures you select the indoor seating area. After you place your order an attractive person of the opposite sex sits at the table next to you. After a few minutes the person begins talking to you. Eventually, the person starts asking you information about your installation, especially specific information on what type of identification is used to gain access. You know you should not discuss security matters and direct queries to trained personnel and try to end the conversation in a quick and polite manner. But what else do you do?

Report the incident to installation security when you leave the restaurant.

In response to a ground travel threat, which of the following is not a good standard personal protection measure:

Switch from using main roads to isolated streets and areas

You and your friends eventually choose a local restaurant that is popular among middle-class locals. When you arrive, you discover the restaurant has outdoor seating on the sidewalk, an indoor seating area away from the street, and a seating area near the entrance. Each area is available. Where do you sit?

The indoor seating area away from the street.