Watchkeeping: In Port - Security and Ship Access (ISPS) Flashcards
In what publications can information regarding ship security be found?
SOLAS chapter 11 and ISPS code.
Who is ultimately responsible for the security of the ship?
SOLAS chapter 11 confirms the role of the Master in exercising his professional judgement over decisions necessary to maintain the security of the ship. It says he shall not be constrained by the Company, the charterer or any other person in this respect.
Who sets the ship security level?
Contracting government.
What happens if a ship’s security level set by its flag state is lower than the level set in another jurisdiction?
Ship must comply with the security level set by that jurisdictions contracting government.
What is the SSAS and its function?
The SSAS is the ship’s security alert system which when activated will transmit a ship-shore security alert to the appropriate authority.
It will identify the ship and its location.
It will not raise an alarm on the ship.
It can be activated from the bridge and in at least 1 other location.
What are the different security levels?
Level 1 - normal operating level for ships and ports where minimum measures are maintained at all times.
Level 2 - heightened operating level which will introduce extra security measures for the period of time of heightened risk or security incident.
Level 3 - exceptional operating level where there is imminent threat to ship or port, should only be set for the duration of threat.
Are ships required to carry any certification regarding ISPS?
Yes, ships are required to carry an ‘international ship security certificate’ which is valid for 5 years
What is the declaration of security?
A contract between port and ship that sets out security duties of each party.
