Threat Image Projection (TIP) - Approval of TIP Management Systems (TMS) and Third Party Integration Systems (3PI)

This document sets out the process of obtaining approval for TIP Management Systems (TMS) and Third Party Integrated (3PI) elements. These requirements will apply to all Explosive Detection Systems for Cabin Baggage (EDS-CB).

It sets out:
• What components create a requirement for TMS/3PI systems approval.
• Who can undertake the assessment.
• The responsibilities and governance of the process.
• How the assessment and approval process works.

The approval of TIP Image libraries is subject to a separate process by the CAA and
not covered in this document.