JHEMA - At The Airport

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=82 BGCOLOR="#009900" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <I>JEFFERSON HILLS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT</I></div> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=145 BGCOLOR="#009900" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <A HREF="home_page.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="JHEMA Home Page"><U>HOME PAGE</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="about_jhema.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="JHEMA About Us"><U>ABOUT JHEMA</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="emergency_mgmt__organization_chart.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="JHEMA EMA ORG CHART"><U>EMERGENCY MGMT. 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Travelers should contact their airline to find out how early they should arrive.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Take public transportation to the airport if possible.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Parking and curbside check-in may be controlled and restricted. Travelers should contact their airline to see if curbside check-in is in place at their airport.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Check-in</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A government-issued photo ID (federal, state, or local) is required.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Have your IDs and boarding passes out and ready as you approach the checkpoint. Travelers may be asked to show this ID at subsequent points, such as at the gate, along with their boarding passes.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">E-ticket travelers should check with their airline to make sure they have proper documentation. Written confirmation from the airline, such as a letter, fax, or e-mail, may be required.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Screener checkpoints</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Only ticketed passengers are allowed beyond the screener checkpoints, except for those with specific medical or parental needs.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Each traveler is limited to one carry-on bag and one personal bag such as a purse, laptop, or briefcase.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">All electronic items, such as laptops and cell phones, may be subjected to additional screening.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Be prepared to remove your laptop from its travel case so that both can be X-rayed separately.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Wear as few metal objects as possible and remove all metal objects before passing through the metal detectors to facilitate the screening.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Most airports require passengers to put their coats and jackets through the X-ray conveyor. You'll save time in line if you have it off and ready as you approach.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Do not gift-wrap carry-on items; they may need to be opened during security screening.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">You must transport the following items as checked baggage or risk their confiscation at the X-ray security checkpoint. When in doubt, transport the item in checked baggage:</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Knives of any length, composition, or description.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Cutting instruments of any kind and composition, including carpet knives, box cutters, and spare blades; any device with a folding or retractable blade; and ice picks, straight razors, double-edged razor blades, metal scissors, and metal nail files</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Corkscrews</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Baseball/softball bats</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Golf clubs</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Pool cues</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Ski poles</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Hockey sticks</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The following items are permitted aboard the plane as carry-on items:</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Walking canes and umbrellas following inspection.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Nail clippers without an attached metal nail file.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Safety razors, including disposable razors.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Syringes with documented proof of medical need.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Tweezers</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c002a011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Eyelash curlers.</div> <bR> <div> <B>At the gate</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Travelers must be prepared to present a valid photo identification card along with their boarding pass.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Travelers and their bags may be subjected to additional screening, including random checks of travelers and their baggage. If you are asked to participate in a random check, please remain polite and cooperate with the requesting official.</div> <bR> <div> <B>At all times</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Be patient.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Keep control of all bags and personal items.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Do not bring anything on board for another person unknown to or not traveling with you, however innocent or small the package or item may appear.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Report any unattended items in the airport or aircraft to the nearest airport or airline personnel.</div> <bR> <div> <B>On the plane</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Listen carefully to the safety briefing and follow any instructions from airline personnel.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Be aware of your surroundings and report anything suspicious to airline personnel.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Review the passenger safety card before takeoff and landing.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Be able to locate emergency exits both in front and behind you. Count the rows between you and the nearest front and rear exits.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011800000000.gif" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Make a mental plan of action in case of emergency.</div> <bR> <div> Many of these suggestions are applicable to other modes of transportation. The same vigilance to travel safety should be applied when using buses, trains, subways, cruise ships, and other forms of transportation.</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="at_places_of_worship.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="JHEMA At Places of Worship"><U><IMG SRC="026581f0.jpg" border=0 width="88" height="31" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A>     <A HREF="while_traveling_internationally.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="JHEMA While Traveling Internationally"><U><IMG SRC="022581f0.jpg" border=0 width="88" height="31" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A></div> </td> </tr></table></body>