Awareness Exam
Level 1 suppliers typically offer the least risk of counterfeiting as they are in direct
control of the product and all of the material required to produce it. Which type of
manufacturer is considered a Level 1 supplier?-Correct Answer-Original Manufacturer
Counterfeit material causes significant negative impacts, such as:-Correct Answer-
Increase in costs for warranties, maintenance, and system production
What is the term used to classify material that does not meet contract, performance,
and/or capability specifications?-Correct Answer-Non-conforming
While inspecting a package, you discover several discrepancies including a misspelled
company address, poor quality copies of the part diagrams, and no documentation
regarding warranty or contact information. To what should these indicators alert you
about the order?-Correct Answer-The items may be counterfeit
What types of documentation indicate that an independent distributor has made an
effort to prevent distribution of counterfeit items?-Correct Answer-Certificates of
authenticity and inspection records
What types of items are most likely to be counterfeited?-Correct Answer-Items that are
the easiest to reproduce
After an investigation, a suspected counterfeit item was verified as counterfeit. What
should you do with the item?-Correct Answer-(WRONG) Destroy or mutilate the item as
directed so it does not re-enter the DoD supply chain