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675 people are interested
Assist Local K9 Teams/Working Dogs!
ORGANIZATION: Transportation Security Administration
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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675 people are interested
We are currently soliciting volunteers to assist with the Explosives Detection K-9 Program at SJC! Your role will be to act as a "decoy" within the San Jose Airport where K-9 teams are conducting a search activity. You will be carrying a training item either on your person or inside a piece of luggage. All volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Minors can assist if they are with an adult, but will not be permitted to carry a training item. Our dogs are NOT bite dogs! They will not growl, bark or threaten to attack. They have what we call a "passive alert" to indicate they have found what they are looking for.
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About Transportation Security Administration
Location:
1735 Technology Dr, San Jose, CA 95110, US
Mission Statement
Our job as TSA K-9 handlers is to protect the nations transportation systems, to ensure freedom of movement, for people and commerce. We accomplish our mission everyday by training our dogs to sniff out the bad guys!
Description
TSA was founded November 19, 2001, largely in response to the 9/11 terrorist attack. The Explosive Detection K9 Program was established just a few years after.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1701 Airport BlvdSan Jose, CA 95110
DATE POSTED
April 22, 2024
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Law Enforcement
- Transportation
- Search & Rescue
- Aviation
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Sessions usually last about three hours.
- Minors can assist but will need to be accompanied by an adult. Minors will not be permitted to carry a training item.