ISPS

Question 1

What is ISPS?

Answer 1

International Ship Port Facility Security code was brought into force as a maritime response to the increased terrorists threats after the events in 2001. The code was adopted under SOLAS chapter XI ‘Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Security’.

Question 2

What certificates are require in ISPS?

Answer 2

Ships are required to carry an ‘International ship security certificate’, which is valid for 5 years as a evidence of compliance.

Question 3

What is the Objective of ISPS?

Answer 3

To clearly define roles and responsibilities of port facilities, ships, shipping companies and governments in order to enhance security on ships and at port facilities.

Question 4

What are the levels of security?

Answer 4

Level 1 = Normal operating level for ships and ports
Level 2 = Enhanced security level
Level 3 = There is a specific threat to the ship or port facility

Question 5

When would you train for security drills?

Answer 5

• A security drill must be carried out at least once every 3 months
• If following a crew change more than 25% of the crew have not participated in a security drill in the last 3 months a drill must be carried out within a week
• The ship should participate in a security exercise once every 12 months with no more than 18 months in-between