Originally Posted by
Sniper
This was the rule beginning in late 2006, but it is not anymore. Please contact your jumpseat chair for details.
Discussing jumpseat security issues on a public forum is not a good practice.
I agree with you that it's not a good idea to discuss the details on a public forum.
Things have improved however the rule has not changed; also it is up to each airport's TSA supervisor to create his/her own rules. Source - TSA supervisor (and a friend) in ATL.