What action is recommended if an employee sees a security issue?

When an employee observes a security issue, the most recommended action is to report it to the authorities. This ensures that the issue is addressed by the appropriate personnel or entities responsible for managing security concerns. Reporting the issue helps in taking the necessary steps to mitigate any potential risks to safety and security, which is crucial in aviation environments where safety is a top priority.

Taking immediate action to report is essential because security threats can escalate quickly, and timely reporting can prevent incidents before they occur. It promotes a proactive safety culture within the organization, encouraging everyone to be vigilant and responsible for maintaining security standards.

While documentation of the issue can be valuable, it is secondary to taking action by informing the appropriate authorities, who can then assess the situation and decide on further steps. Simply discussing it with colleagues may lead to delays in addressing the problem and could result in a lack of appropriate action being taken. Ignoring the issue entirely, regardless of its perceived severity, is paramount to jeopardizing safety and undermines the commitment to security practices.