Which item is prohibited in the Owner Controlled Area (OCA)?

• A. Ballpoint pen
• B. Notebook
• C. Fixed-blade knives
• D. Sunglasses

Answer: (C)

Owner Controlled Areas require strict control over items to protect people and operations. Prohibited items are those that could be used to harm someone or bypass safety measures. A fixed-blade knife is one such item because it has a rigid blade designed for cutting and can easily be used as a weapon, creating a serious security and safety risk in an OCA. Everyday items like a ballpoint pen or a notebook serve normal functions and don’t pose the same level of risk, so they are typically allowed. Sunglasses are also non-threatening personal items and generally acceptable unless a specific site imposes a special rule.