Approved Technologies

The SAFETY Act provides two levels of liability protections for approval: Designation and Certification. By obtaining either Designation or Certification, companies obtain a level of legal protection in case their technology is ever put to use during a terrorist attack. See below for a list of approved technology certifications.




Company/Technology

SAFRAN USA, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of SAFRAN Group), GE Homeland Protection, Inc. (f/k/a GE InVision, Inc.), Morpho Detection, Inc., and Morpho Detection International, Inc.

Approved: February 17, 2011 | Expires: March 31, 2016

SAFRAN USA, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of SAFRAN Group), GE Homeland Protection, Inc. (f/k/a GE InVision, Inc.), Morpho Detection, Inc., and Morpho Detection International, Inc., provide CTX™ Explosives Detection Systems. The Technology is used in screening, for example, checked airline baggage. It aids in the detection of explosives through the combined use of two types of X-ray images, computed tomography (CT), and proprietary software algorithms. The Technology includes five models: CTX 2500™, CTX 5500 DS™, CTX 9000 DSi™, CTX 9400 DSi™, and CTX 9800 DSi™. Included in the Technology are customized services associated with the Technology’s deployment such as installation, training, maintenance, and technical and logistical support.

Securitas Holdings, Inc., Securitas Services, Inc., Securitas Security Services USA, Inc., Securitas Security Systems USA, Inc., Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations, Inc., Pinkerton Government Services, Inc., Pinkerton Government Services of Puerto Rico, Inc., Globe Aviation Services Corporation, Securitas Security Services of Puerto Rico, Inc.; Securitas Security Services Guam, Inc.; Burns International Security Services Company, LLC, Burns International Services Company, LLC; Pinkerton's LLC; Paragon Systems Inc.; Security Consultants Group, Inc.; and Renaissance Center Management Company

Approved: February 17, 2011 | Expires: October 31, 2015

Securitas Holdings, Inc., Securitas Services, Inc., Securitas Security Services USA, Inc., Securitas Security Systems USA, Inc., Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations, Inc., Pinkerton Government Services, Inc., Pinkerton Government Services of Puerto Rico, Inc., Globe Aviation Services Corporation, Securitas Security Services of Puerto Rico, Inc.; Securitas Security Services Guam, Inc.; Burns International Security Services Company, LLC, Burns International Services Company, LLC; Pinkerton's LLC; Paragon Systems Inc.; Security Consultants Group, Inc.; and Renaissance Center Management Company provides Security Services. The Technology is provides an array of security services including armed and unarmed security officers, access control, ambulatory response, and associated security guard services. The Technology is specific to guards receiving anti-terrorism training. The Technology also includes control through drug testing, background checks, proprietary hiring practices and procedures, training, certification, and recertification standards.

Northrop Grumman Security Systems

Approved: February 01, 2011 | Expires: February 28, 2014

Northrop Grumman Security Systems, LLC provides WatchNet-3G. The Technology is a BioWatch Generation-3 candidate and includes an automated biological agent detector deployed in accordance with BioWatch Gen-3 Program test specifications issued by the Department of Homeland Security. The Technology also includes logistics support, preventative and corrective maintenance, training, installation and setup, teardown, data collection, and a secure data monitoring network with the ability to transmit data securely to remote locations.

Reveal Imaging Technologies, Inc.

Approved: January 25, 2011 | Expires: February 29, 2016

Reveal Imaging Technologies, Inc., and Science Applications International Corporation provide the CT-80 and CT-80DR Explosives Detection Systems (EDSs). The Technology is used to screen items, such as checked airline baggage, for the presence of explosives. It is based on compact, dual-energy computed tomography (CT). Additionally, algorithms used in the Technology software reconstruct an item's contents and analyze the contents for the presence of explosives in an automated manner. SAFETY Act protections apply to models of the Technology that the U.S. Transportation Security Administration has certified as EDSs.

DHL Global Forwarding and DHL Express

Approved: January 18, 2011 | Expires: February 29, 2016

DHL Global Forwarding and DHL Express, and their parent entity DPWN Holdings, Inc., provides Certified Cargo Screening Facilities. The Technology, Certified Cargo Screening Facilities, are secure facilities established in accordance with directives issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for the screening and securing of cargo which will be transported on passenger aircraft. The Technology includes, in accordance with TSA directives, maintaining a security plan that limits access to secure cargo screening areas, training and vetting employees in accordance with TSA guidance, adherence to all TSA-specified chain of custody rules for this cargo, and use of TSA-approved methods and/or equipment for the screening of cargo. The Technology is limited to only those locations in possession of current TSA certifications for cargo screening facilities.

Alclear, LLC

Approved: December 21, 2010 | Expires: January 31, 2016

Alclear, LLC provides CLEAR, which is a voluntary, biometrically secured, identification and access system. The Technology is intended to be used to expedite the screening process at airports. The Technology also includes support services necessary to install the Technology.

The Turner Corporation.

Approved: December 16, 2010 | Expires: January 31, 2016

The Turner Corporation and its subsidiaries provide Checked Baggage Screening Services (CBSS Services). The Technology is a set of services that includes the development, installation, and maintenance of checked baggage screening systems at airports. The Technology also includes maintenance training, maintenance manuals, system warranties, maintenance management, and the qualifications of the personnel.

NABCO, Inc.

Approved: December 13, 2010 | Expires: January 31, 2016

NABCO, Inc. provides NABCO Explosive Containment Vessels (ECVs). The Technology is a series of vessels allowing for the safe containment, transport, and disposal of explosive devices. The Technology is designed to be used by experienced, trained emergency response personnel such as Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) or Bomb Squad personnel. Included in the Technology are all related manuals and documentation.

Service Source, Inc.

Approved: December 13, 2010 | Expires: November 30, 2014

Service Source, Inc., provides a Mail Processing, Screening, and Distribution Service. The Technology is an integrated set of processes, procedures, equipment, and personnel designed to safeguard facilities, their occupants, and addressees against mail-borne chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats. The Technology includes the receipt, screening, processing, and distribution of incoming mail and parcels. It is deployed in accordance with operational requirements set forth by the Department of Homeland Security. Included in the Technology are all manuals and technical documents associated with deployment of the Technology as well as the underlying process.

Shipco Tranport, Inc.

Approved: November 12, 2010 | Expires: December 31, 2015

Shipco Tranport, Inc., Inc. provides Certified Cargo Screening Facilities. The Technology, Certified Cargo Screening Facilities, are secure facilities established in accordance with directives issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for the screening and securing of cargo which will be transported on passenger aircraft. The Technology includes, in accordance with TSA directives, maintaining a security plan that limits access to secure cargo screening areas, training and vetting employees in accordance with TSA guidance, adherence to all TSA-specified chain of custody rules for this cargo, and use of TSA-approved methods and/or equipment for the screening of cargo. The Technology is limited to only those locations in possession of current TSA certifications for cargo screening facilities.