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Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) Towing Vessels

Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) Towing Vessels. 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.

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Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) Towing Vessels

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  1. Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA)Towing Vessels

  2. Lesson Objectives • EXAMINE Vessel Security Plan. • EXAMINE Alternative Security Program. • NAME the MARSEC levels. • VERIFY vessel is exercising security measures. • EXAMINE Declarations of Security.

  3. References • 33 CFR Part 101 (General) • 33 CFR Part 104 (Vessels) • ISPS Code (International) • NVIC 04-03 (Changes 1 – 3) • Homeport

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. During the Exam • Complete items on exam form • Check for required records • Talk to VSO/crew • Observe

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. 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.

  13. 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

  14. 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

  15. 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

  16. 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

  17. 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

  18. 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

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