Manila, Philippines – Compared to the old scanner, the new full body scanner is more reliable in inspecting passengers coming through the airport.
The body scanner makes use of an advanced millimeter-wave technology which detects concealed objects on a person’s body.
The technology makes use of low-frequency radiation, making the scanner safe even for pregnant women and those with body implants.
Among others, the new body scanner can detect ceramics, liquids, metals, narcotics, and explosives.
Fourteen eqo portal systems were procured by the Manila International Airport Authority last year. These were delivered late in June and were installed this month.
A passenger going through the body scanner will simply have to turn – 360 degrees – inside the open booth and scan results will show immediately on the operator’s screen indicating the location of concealed items.
DPSPI president Jose Mari Castañeda said, “It can improve (inspection) because there is no need for frisking. If your clear you will not be touched.”
Privacy is also ensured as the system has a mode that will present only the outline of the body.
Full body scanners are placed only at the final security screening checkpoints of each terminal. There are three units at terminal 1; five units at terminal 2; another five units at terminal 3; and one unit at terminal 4.
The full body scanners will serve as a security enhancement augmenting the 26 walkthrough metal detectors also at the final check in of the terminals.
Full body scanners cost 12 million pesos each. Airport authorities remind passengers not to bring prohibited items in the airport to avoid inconvenience.
(UNTV News)
New body scanner uses advanced millimeter-wave technology which can detect ceramics, liquids, metals, narcotics, and explosives.
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