ISPS

Question 1

What is ISPS

Answer 1

International Ship and Port Facility Security Code

Question 2

What is the purpose of ISPS?

Answer 2

To increase the security of ships and port facilites in response to 9/11. some objectives include:
1. Assess and detect threats
2. Assign roles and responsibilites
3. Develop security plans
4. Implement security measures

Question 3

Which chapter of SOLAS was ISPS adopted under?

Answer 3

Chapter XI - Special measures to enhance maritime security

Question 4

What are the different security levels?

Answer 4

• Level 1: Normal - regular operations for the ship or port facility
• Level 2: Heightened - increased risk of a security incident
• Level 3: Exceptional - Probable or imminent risk of a security incident

Question 5

How often must security drills be carried out?

Answer 5

At least once every 3 months
If the crew changes by more than 25% then a drill must be completed within 7 days

Question 6

What are some of the Ship Security Officer responsibilities?

Answer 6

1. Undertake regular security inspections
2. reporting deficiencies to the company security officer
3. Enhancing secruity awareness onboard
4. ensuring adequate training has been provided

Question 7

What are some documents required under the ISPS Code?

Answer 7

1. International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC) - 5 year valid
2. Ship Security Plan - outlines security procedures
3. Declaration of Security (DoS) - Establishes an agreement between a ship and port facility or another ship regarding security measures to be implemented