Seals Flashcards
Seal
A mechanical device marked with a unique identifier and usually designed for a single use
Why do we need seals?
Security
WMD
Weapons of Mass Destruction
ISO
International Organization for Standardization
HSS
High Security Seal
the Seal MSC uses
ISO/PAS 17712:2013 CTPAT Compliant
CTPAT
Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism- Voluntary supply-chain security program led by US Customs
Seal required for all cargo
A high Security Bolt Seal
Who is responsible for seal installation?
Shipper
csc plate
Container safety convention
How does the Locking rod cam work?
locking rod cam on door engages cam retainer on container frame
Seal Security Levels
Informative, Low-Medium, High security
MSC uses tamper Evident Tape on Reefer vent controls
True
What seals are not suitable as only seal on a container
a wire crimp seal
Plastic Band seal
Metal Band Seal
pull tight wire
What alternative function do seals provide?
Security seal to provide quick visual evidence of tampering
CTPAT Compliant High Security Seal Alternative
Steel Cable seals
Proper location of HSS
Right hand inner door locking rod handle
One-time use product used on very high value cargo
High Security Bar Clamp Seal
Fork Seal
U Shape seal, wraps around locking rods on both doors.
All seals can be compromised with enough time and are not manufactured with purpose of protections.
true
Can a HSS bar clamp seal be reused?
no
