The same ramp rules are now being applied by the TSA to the stations. This has been going on for the last few months. Same rules apply to the stations as if you were on a ramp. Challenge anyone not wearing a visible ID. When you get through the gate, stop and make sure it closes behind you and no one else is tailgating in after you. We are now being required to be using a seal on all our revenue runs. When stations are not using roll up doors they are to be left in the closed position. All these new rules should have been explained a few months back, so everyone understands what they are supposed to be doing.
TSA tailgaiting
- Thread starter SCfedex
- Start date
The same ramp rules are now being applied by the TSA to the stations. This has been going on for the last few months. Same rules apply to the stations as if you were on a ramp. Challenge anyone not wearing a visible ID. When you get through the gate, stop and make sure it closes behind you and no one else is tailgating in after you. We are now being required to be using a seal on all our revenue runs. When stations are not using roll up doors they are to be left in the closed position. All these new rules should have been explained a few months back, so everyone understands what they are supposed to be doing.
hypo hanna
Well-Known Member
Sounds like a great job for a professional security guard and or those operation managers.
Route 66
Slapped Upside-da-Head Member
I'm good with it all except for the "challenge anyone without visible ID" bit. Just the word "challenge" implies that there is some sort of risk involved to me. It's the function of police and security to challenge people - that's why they're armed. Where's my protection?
dezguy
Well-Known Member
Yeah, that's not happening. Until I have xray vision that tells me whether someone is carrying a gun, knife or other device that could hurt me, I'll leave the challenging of people not wearing ID up to my manager whom I will alert.
SmithBarney
Well-Known Member
Gates? what are gates? I know ramps have em, but at the 5+ stations I've been at NONE have had gates. I say brake-check anyone tailgating you in...
3 out of 4 stations in my area have electric gates with a keypad that opens them.
MrFedEx
Engorged Member
Whenever you enter an airport gate, it is your responsibility to stop and make sure the gate closes behind you...with no tailgaters.
Or or could imply some kind of reward. Like not getting a fine
Route 66
Slapped Upside-da-Head Member
That's a great "reward"!
hypo hanna
Well-Known Member
Kinda like the way FedEx rewards employees for all the other extra jobs they ask of us.
59 Dano
I just want to make friends!
Your "challenge" doesn't have to be anything any more than, "Excuse me, sir. This area is restricted to FedEx employees only. We can assist you at the front counter [or customer entrance, or whatever]."
Route 66
Slapped Upside-da-Head Member
Not all scenarios are quite so benign.
I'm at a ramp facility where there aren't supposed to be any customers at all. I don't really like the idea if I'm out in a relatively secluded area and I come across some individual lurking by a bunch of cans, that I'm supposed to "challenge" him.
If the guy truly is there for nefarious purposes, what's to keep him from slitting my throat and going on his way? I could be stone cold before someone even finds me.
I'm at a ramp facility where there aren't supposed to be any customers at all. I don't really like the idea if I'm out in a relatively secluded area and I come across some individual lurking by a bunch of cans, that I'm supposed to "challenge" him.
If the guy truly is there for nefarious purposes, what's to keep him from slitting my throat and going on his way? I could be stone cold before someone even finds me.
If you work at a ramp you should be well enough aware of the rules of the airport. Most if not all of them state that if you don't feel comfortable in any way call the airport police/security/sheriff, etc if you see anything suspicious. None of the rules state that you need to be a hero and apprehend anyone. Common sense is your friend.
Where in my comment did I say anything about an airport gate? Our station is about 20 miles from the nearest airport.
59 Dano
I just want to make friends!
You people are acting like you are expected to get nose to nose and start chest bumping.
Again...the same rules that apply to the airport/ramp/hub are now being enforced at the stations even if you are 100 miles from the nearest airport. You can thank the TSA. FedEx is an airline and must follow those rules.
59 Dano
I just want to make friends!
I read on this forum that FedEx is not an airline because we have some trucks.
