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. Applicability 33 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 Exceptions 46 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 Documentation 33 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. Waivers 33 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 Personnel With 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 Exercises 33 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 Levels 33 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 Directives 33 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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