What is the AVSEC 11.2.6 Course and who usually needs it

What is the AVSEC 11.2.6 Course?

This training is not a simple procedure: it is the security awareness course aimed at people who, without being passengers, need to freely access sensitive areas of the airport for work reasons. The National Security Program states that those who need this access must receive security training so that they can be granted the corresponding authorization.

What is a ZRS?

A ZRS, or Security Restricted Area, is a part of the airport whose access is controlled. It includes, among other areas, areas through which already inspected passengers pass, areas where checked checked baggage circulates and spaces used for parking aircraft in loading or boarding operations.

Therefore, not any worker can enter. Access typically requires a valid accreditation, background check, and appropriate AVSEC training.

What is the AVSEC 11.2.6 used for?

The AVSEC 11.2.6 Course prepares the worker to understand the basic airport security standards: access control, accreditations, inspection procedures, notification of incidents and action in security situations. The regulations also require that the person demonstrate that they know and understand these contents before receiving authorization to freely access ZRS.

In practice, this certificate is usually one of the documents that the company needs to provide when requesting or renewing airport ID accreditation with access to ZRS. The PNS indicates that it must be justified that the staff has completed the corresponding training in the last five years.

Who usually needs this course?

The AVSEC 11.2.6 is often necessary for professionals who work or are going to work in restricted areas of the airport. For example:

• Handling staff.
• Airline company workers.
• Cargo, logistics or airport transportation personnel.
• Hometenance, cleaning, works or services equipment.
• Workers in shops, restaurants or other services located in airport areas with restricted access.

The key is not just the position, but the real need to access a ZRS for operational reasons.

AVSEC 11.2.6 and airport ID accreditation: what you should be clear about

The course alone does not replace airport ID accreditation. What it does is help you meet one of the necessary training requirements so that the company can process accreditation with the airport manager.

Additionally, to access ZRS, staff must pass an enhanced background check before being issued a card or ID authorizing free access to these areas.

Do it online and without complications

At Centro AVSEC you can take the AVSEC 11.2.6 Course online, at your own pace and with immediate access. Once you have passed the evaluation, you will be able to obtain the corresponding certificate to advance in the processing of your airport ID accreditation.

If you have already been asked for the AVSEC to work at the airport, it is best not to leave it until the last minute. Having the certificate prepared can avoid delays in the accreditation process.