Test 3 Flashcards
What are the categories of security related occurrence is relevant to the VSP?
Notification of suspicious activities
Notification of breaches of security
Notification of transportation security incident
Who do you report to regarding suspicious activities and breaches of security?
National response center
Who do you report to you regarding a transportation security incident?
To the local COTP and immediately start following procedure set out in the security plan which may also include contacting the national response center
What information should you be prepared to give when contacting the national response center?
Name and contact info, name and contact info of the suspicious or responsible party, location of the incident be specific, description of the incident or activity involved
How long is a continuing declaration of security good for?
90 days
What is the purpose of a declaration of security?
And agreement reached between a ship and either a port facility or another ship specifying security measures
How long do you keep a declaration of security?
You keep the last 10
You must keep a copy of each continuing declaration of security for at least
90 days
When is a DOS required at MARSEC level one?
All cruise ships and manned vessels carrying certain dangerous cargoes
MARSEC level two and three DOS
Any manned vessel
A continuing dos@ MARSEC level two cannot exceed
30 days
A DOS can be signed by
Either the master or the VSO, it doesn’t have to be necessarily both
Are oil tanks and cofferdams considered restricted areas?
No
Compliance with a MARSEC level change must be complied with within
12 hours
Is payroll and a crew list considered as a side?
No
What is the purpose of a VSA?
To lay the foundation for the SSP/VSP
What are the four sequential steps in developing the VSA?
Background information
On scene survey
Analysis
Report included in VSP
Can some tasks and responsibilities be delegated with the VSA?
Yes
How is the VSA handles?
Retained by the vessel owner or operator with the VSP, the VSA and VSP must be protected from unauthorized access or disclosure
The unseen survey is conducted to
Expose vulnerabilities
The analysis is conducted to
Mitigate vulnerabilities
The analysis phase provides insight to vulnerabilities associated with
Restricted areas Response procedures Frequency and effectiveness of security patrols Security doors barriers and lighting Possible security threats
Regulations for the VSP are found in
33CFR subpart D
Security organization of the vessel Personnel training Drills and exercises Records and documentation Response to change in MARSEC level Procedures for interfacing with facilities and other vessels DOS Communications Security systems and equipment maintenance Access control Restricted areas Cargo handling
Essential elements of the VSP
How does the VSP accommodate changing levels of MARSEC?
Tabular a.k.a. scalable
Security measures for access control, including designated passenger access areas and employee access areas.
Means of access
Means of access include
Access ladders gangways ramps doors windows ports mooring lines and anchor chains cranes and hoisting gear
Give examples of restricted areas
Bridge, machinery spaces and other control stations
Areas containing security, surveillance and lighting equipment
Ventilation and air-conditioning systems
Potable water tanks, pumps, manifolds
Crew accommodations
A VSP is good for
Five years
Who must be notified when changing MARSEC level?
COTP
Per the CFR, the VSP must be submitted to
USCG