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Shipping Vessels | Ports and Terminal Facilities | Training
With extensive experience in maritime compliance certification, Homeland SC™ provides independent security analysis
and design. We provide ship owners and operators assistance in complying with IMO's ISPS Code and applicable U.S.
Coast Guard Security Regulations. True to our credo of total client satisfaction, vessel surveys can be performed
in many ports throughout the Americas, Europe and Middle East.
Ship Security Assessments
Homeland SC™ will conduct ship security assessments for you to evaluate your organization's existing security policies and procedures. Recommendations, security surveys and assessments conducted on ships are required both by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in its new International Ship and Port Facilities Security Code (ISPS), and also by various state administrations such as the US Coast Guard.
- Evaluating security of vessels using personnel with appropriate skills;
- Conducting a comprehensive Security Assessment, including an on-board survey for each such vessel;
- Developing corrective actions to remediate the identified deficiencies; and
- Using the information and knowledge gained in the SSA to develop and/or enhance the Ship's Security Plan.
Please note: after July 1st, 2004, any port can refuse entry to any ship that does not have an International Ship's Security Certificate (ISSC). The ship can be detained outside the port for days or even weeks while it is searched and / or inspected. The ship may even be turned away, unable to load or unload. In testimony before the US Congress in June 2003, the Commandant of the US Coast Guard stated that the USCG would board foreign ships seeking to enter US ports and question the crew to ensure each ship's compliance with ISPS.
Ship Security Plans
Homeland SC™ has extensive experience in developing plans that comply with the strict new security requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard and other regulatory bodies.
The IMO has warned all parties concerned to start putting in place required security measures as neither the
Convention nor the Code provide for any extension of the implementation dates. We make sure that you have methodical,
systematic plans on time, and at a cost-effective price.
Ship Security Plan Reviews
Homeland SC™ is uniquely poised to provide full review and audit of SSPs. Our
recent experience with the Panamanian Recoginized Security Organization (RSO) has further developed our capabilities
in this area. While maritime vessel's vulnerability to theft, fraud and attacks
by pirates is well documented, the terrorist attacks of 9/11 and related intelligence
has shown how they are plotting the use of ships as weapons and as disseminators of
WMD and hazardous pollution. That's why the IMO's new International Ship and Port
Security Code requires all civilian vessels over 500 gross tons and engaged in
international voyages to institute various types of security measures.
Training
An integral part of maintaining high security is the initiation of the proper training for staff. This can take the form of training not only the office staff but the maritime crew as well. More information can be gained by browsing our training section.
Ports and Terminals Security Assessments
For ports and terminals that have assessments and wish to either update, upgrade or get a second opinion, Homeland SC™ will Conduct the assessments and provide expert analysis and recommendations. These will conform fully to ISPS and companion requirements in other countries and include assessment of the security risks at each of its ports/terminals with particular emphasis on the ship / port interface; developing a port facility security plan; designating a Port Facility Security Officer; setting, on an ongoing basis, security levels at each of its ports, physical security enhancements, training, drills and exercises and similar responsibilities.
Port and Terminal Security Plans
The new International Ship and Port Security Code (ISPS) requires all countries to evaluate the security of their seaports and port facilities serving international traffic, and upgrade security where required, especially in the ship / port interface.
The intent of the Code is to prevent unauthorized access of persons, goods and cargo to and from ships docked at or using the port or port facility. Homeland SC™ assists authorities of port facilities by:
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- Conducting an overall risk and vulnerability assessment of your port facility;
- Identifying and analyzing all existing security practices, policies and procedures;
- Formulating new policies and procedures, as needed; and
- Developing a Port Facility Security Plan
Furthermore, we are also capable of:
- Recommending specific perimeter security equipment and lighting measures;
- Advising on the request for proposal/invitation to tender process; and
- Assisting in evaluating bids from vendors and contractors
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