Security checks are a matter of routine for me as for a lot of you out there, as part of my job (Bird Hazard Control) I often think it is a bit odd as they search you for any form of a weapon at the gate before allowing you airside, then when you are airside, you have access to various Lethal devices which are essential tools of the trade, to protect airsafety.
Although there have been rare instances when some Security staff have appeared to have, their own set of power crazed rules, my response to this is to take down their ID details, which you should be entitled to ask for in exchange for yours.
Then forward a complaint, with them to the relevant authority which is responsible for them, if need be the Goverment dept. through your company.
The key thing is not to get into a slanging match with them on the spot even when it is very tempting to do so
