From

TSA MANAGEMENT DIRECTIVE No. 1100.61-1
EMERGENCY DISMISSALS AND CLOSURES

"An emergency is generally defined as any event that causes TSA, in whole or in part, to be
closed. This may include, but is not limited to, adverse weather conditions, natural
disasters, air pollution, major fires, widespread disruption of power, or interruption of
public transportation"



Employees in Emergency Positions
(a) Employees who occupy positions designated, as “emergency” because they are
necessary to continue TSA operations even during emergencies will not be dismissed or
excused from duty if an emergency arises.
(b) The following have been identified as emergency positions:
(i) Federal Security Directors;
(ii) Criminal Investigators;
(iii) Baggage and Passenger Screeners, including lead screeners and screening
supervisors; and
(iv) Screening Managers.
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