The best way to ensure that you are not delayed is to be prepared.  Know the requirements of the additional measures and pack your items accordingly.

Before you leave home, work out exactly what liquids, aerosols and gels you require for your flight, and pack these in the transparent re-sealable 1 litre plastic bag, and place it in your carry-on baggage.

By making these simple plans you can save time at the airport, and lessen the chance of any delays at the screening point.

If you are unsure about any item then pack it in your hold baggage before you leave for the airport.

If travellers pack well and arrive at the airport prepared, any potential delays will be reduced. Aviation Security Officers will move passengers who have complied with the measures through security screening points as quickly and efficiency as possible.

Passengers who have liquids, aerosols and gels in their carry-on baggage either incorrectly packed or in excess of the quantities allowed are likely to face a delay while their bags are searched and they may have to relinquish their items. 

Overseas experience from the European Union and the United States suggests that once passengers are familiar with the new measures, delays are minimal.

If you would like to get more information about international changes to carry-on baggage requirements then you can follow the links below:

www.infrastructure.cov.au

www.tsa.gov/311/

www.dft.gov.uk/transportforyou/airtravel/airportsecu

No. If passengers reach the screening point with liquids, aerosols and gels in their carry-on baggage that exceed the maximum quantities allowed, they will have to place them in a disposal bin if they want to board their flight. These items cannot be returned to you. Similarly, passengers face the same risk if they do not pack their items in a re-sealable transparent 1 litre plastic bag.

• have your transparent plastic bag with your essential liquids, aerosols and gels ready for visual inspection
  
• have any essential personal medications ready for inspection, including any supporting documentation (ID cards, letters from doctors) regarding your medication
  
• ensure that any baby products are accessible and ready for inspection
  
• ensure that any essential dietary supplements, in liquid or gel form, are ready for inspection, including any supporting documentation regarding your special dietary needs
  
• remove laptop computers and other large electronic devices, so that they can be security screened separately and
  
• remember that you will be required to remove any bulky outer garments, such as jackets or coats, so that they can be security screened separately

By following these steps you will ensure that you, and other passengers, have a stress-free and quick transition through security screening.

• The secret to getting through security smoothly is to de-clutter your carry-on baggage and separate out your liquids, aerosols and gels. This lets Aviation Security Officers get a clear, uncomplicated X-ray image of your carry-on baggage
• When possible, keep packing liquids, aerosols and gels in checked baggage.  You will get through security screening faster
• Present laptops and other large electronic devices separately for screening at the security screening point
• Limit quantities to what is needed for the duration of the flight