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Lesson Objectives
• EXAMINE Vessel Security Plan.
• EXAMINE Alternative Security Program.
• NAME the MARSEC levels.
• VERIFY vessel is exercising security measures.
• EXAMINE Declarations of Security.
References
33 CFR Part 101 (General) 33 CFR Part 104 (Vessels) ISPS Code (International) NVIC 04-03 (Changes 1 – 3) Homeport
Applicability33 CFR 104.105
• Barge subject to 46 CFR subchapter D• Barge subject to 46 CFR subchapter O• Barge that transports CDC (Certain Dangerous Cargo)• Barge subject to 46 CFR subchapter I engaged on an
international voyage • Towing vessel greater than eight meters in length
engaged in towing a barge(s) subject to 33 CFR 104
Applicability Exceptions46 CFR 104.105 (11)
• A towing vessel that:• Temporarily assists another vessel• Shifts a barge(s) at a facility or within a fleeting facility• Assists a tow through a lock• Provides emergency assistance
During the Exam
• Complete items on exam form• Check for required records• Talk to VSO/crew• Observe
Compliance Documentation33 CFR 104.120
• Should be able to produce:
• If Vessel Security Plan(VSP) has been approved:• Approved VSP/revisions/amendments• MSC approval letter
• IF VSP under review:• VSP submitted for approval • MSC letter indicating the plan is under review
Waivers33 CFR 104.130
• O/O can request a waiver if a security requirement is unnecessary
• Reviewed/granted by Commandant (CG-54)• If a waiver has been granted:
• Examine waiver letter and verify that any condition(s) are implemented
• Examine the waiver approval letter from CG-54 for any equivalencies
• Identify whether equivalencies are noted in the plan amendments
Alternative Security Programs (ASP)33 CFR 101.125
• Approved ASPs:• American Gaming Association• American Waterways Operators• Passenger Vessel Association
• Can be use if:• It is appropriate to that class of vessel• The vessel is not subject to SOLAS 74• It is implemented in it’s entirety
Company Security Officer (CSO)
• Must maintain a TWIC• Designated by the company to and responsible for:
• Keeping vessel appraised of potential threats• Developing, maintaining and enforcing company
security policies/procedures• Ensure personnel receive adequate security training• Ensure comms/cooperation between vessel/vessel
and vessel/facility interfaces• Ensure TWIC program implementation
• Can be a collateral duty
Vessel Security Officer (VSO)
• Must maintain a TWIC• Can be the Master or other crewmember• Person onboard the vessel responsible for:
• Security of the vessel• Implementation of the security plan• Working with the CSO to maintain adequate security
• Can be a collateral duty
Company / Vessel PersonnelWith Security Duties
• Must maintain a TWIC• Have a minimal level of knowledge from formal or on the
job training:• Current security threats• Requirements for different MARSEC levels, etc.
Other Vessel Personnel
• Must maintain a TWIC if they require unescorted access to secure areas on the vessel
• Have a minimal level of knowledge from formal or on the job training:• Requirements for different MARSEC levels, etc.• See 46 CFR 104.225
Sensitive Security Information (SSI)
• What is it:• Any information obtained or developed in carrying out
security requirements that would be detrimental to the security of transportation if that information was disclosed.
• Examples:• Vessel security plan • Maritime Security Directives issued by the USCG
Drills and Exercises33 CFR 104.230
• Test proficiency of crew and effectiveness of VSP• Drills (test individual elements):
• Every 3 months or • W/in one week if crew does not have prior
participation• Can be held w/ non-security drills
• Exercises (full test of security program):• Once a year and no more than 18 months between• Must test comms/notifications, coordination, resource
availability, response
MARSEC Security Levels33 CFR 101.200
• MARSEC Level 1:• Minimum risk / security measures
• MARSEC Level 2:• Heightened risk / security measures.
• MARSEC Level 3:• Incident is probable or imminent• Maximum security measures
MARSEC Directives33 CFR 101.405
• A response to a threat assessment or specific threat• Sets mandatory measures • Only issued by Commandant or designee• Sensitive Security Information• Affected O/O must be comply within specified time
Declaration of Security (DoS)33 CFR 104.255
• Needed for vessel/vessel or vessel/facility interfaces if carrying CDCs in bulk on manned vessels
• An agreement addressing security needs and procedures
• Valid for:• 90 days for MARSEC 1• 30 days for MARSEC 2• Single interface for
MARSEC 3