Which item must be included on an Airport ID Badge according to 49 CFR Part 1542.211?

• A. Full face-image, full name, employer, and identification number; indicate scope of access and movement privileges; expiration date; sufficient sizing for observational reading; worn on outermost garment above waist level
• B. Full name and expiration date only
• C. Photo and company logo
• D. Color-coded badge and department

Answer: (A)

Airport security relies on a badge that clearly identifies who someone is and what areas they may access. Under 49 CFR Part 1542.211, an airport ID badge must include a full-face photo, the holder’s full name, their employer, and a unique identification number; it must also indicate the scope of access and movement privileges and include an expiration date. The badge should be sized for easy reading and worn on the outermost garment above the waist so security personnel can quickly verify the holder’s identity and permissions at a glance. The other options miss one or more of these required elements, such as the photo, expiration date, or explicit access privileges.