Originally Posted by
Boggie Dog
Perhaps, but that seem problematic.
A prohibited item is introduced to the sterile area even if for only a short period of time. If the prohibited item as an explosive it could be detonated at that point.
An explosive can be detonated at any point, inside the checkpoint or out. However, to clarify, when you escort someone out of the checkpoint with a prohibited item, the TSO maintains control of it until you are clear of the sterile area.