Defining C-TPAT for Sea Carriers

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Sea carriers must conduct a comprehensive assessment of their security practices based on the C-TPAT minimum security criteria. Where a sea carrier does not control a specific element of the cargo transportation service it has contracted to provide, such as a marine terminal operator or a time chatered vessel with whom it has contracted, the sea carrier must work with these business partners to seek to ensure that pertinent security measures are in place and adhered to.

The sea carrier is responsible for exercising prudent oversight for all cargo loaded on board its vessel, pursuant to the applicable laws and regulations and terms of this program. C-TPAT recognizes the complexity of the international supply chains and security practices and endorses the application and implementation of security measures based upon risk.

Therefore, the program also allows for flexibility and the customization of security plans based on the member's business model or requirements. Security measures must be implemented and maintained as appropriate to the carrier's business model and risk understanding.

The Customs and Border Patrol (CBP)'s C-TPAT validation process shall include a review of the carrier's assessment and program.

The C-TPAT also recognizes that the sea carriers are already been subject to defined security mandates created under the International Ship and Port Security Code (ISPS) and the Maritime Transport Security Act (MTSA).

It is not the intention of C-TPAT to duplicate these vessel and facility security requirement, rather, C-TPAT seeks to build upon the ISPS and MTSA foundation and require additional security measures and practices which enhance the overall security throughtout the international supply chain.

ISPS and MTSA compliance are a prerequisite for C-TPAT sea carrier membership, and only vessels in compliance with the applicable ISPS code requirements may be utilized by C-TPAT members. Marine terimnals operated by C-TPAT members must also comply with ISPS code of requirements.

The Physical Access Controls and Physical Security Provisions of these criteria satisfied for ISPS regulated vessels and port facilities by those vessels' or facilities' compliance with the ISPS code and Coast Guard regulations.

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