EUBAM: Moldovan customs officers strengthened their capacities of X-ray image interpretation

Eleven Moldovan customs officers strengthened their skills in interpreting X-ray images during the week of 21-25 November 2022. The EUBAM and Celbet organised the event to enhance the skills to properly arrange X-ray scanning processes, recognising when a scan shows forbidden goods transported by different means.

The week-long training consisted of a practical part at the Training Centre of the Customs Service on interpreting X-ray images. At the Leușeni border crossing point, the participants learned more about the organisation of the scanning process and the benefits of implementing non-intrusive inspections during customs clearance.

This kind of training will strengthen the capabilities of the Customs Service to prevent and counter the flow of illegal goods at the border and to carry out checks using non-intrusive equipment. As this was the “Train the Trainers” format, the 11 officers can return to their duty stations and pass on the knowledge to their colleagues.