What is the prescribed minimum explosive capacity of a Suspect Luggage

What is the prescribed minimum explosive capacity of a Suspect Luggage Containment Vehicle (SLCV) deployed at the airport ?

1 kg TNT (single use)
2 kg TNT (single use)
3 kg TNT (single use)
3 kg TNT (multiple use)
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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2020
The prescribed minimum explosive capacity of a Suspect Luggage Containment Vehicle (SLCV) deployed at the airport is 3 kg TNT (single use).
– SLCVs are specialized vehicles designed to safely contain and transport luggage or parcels suspected of containing explosives.
– The capacity is measured in terms of TNT equivalent, indicating the amount of explosive energy the containment structure can withstand.
– The specification ensures that the vehicle can mitigate the effects of a potential explosion within the contained item, protecting personnel and airport infrastructure.
– These standards are part of airport security protocols and regulations, often set by aviation security authorities like the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) in India or international bodies.
– The “single use” specification means the vehicle is designed to withstand one such event, and may need repair or replacement after containing an explosion of this magnitude.
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