International Ship and Port Security facility (ISPS) Dept
Coordinates port-facility security measures required under the International Ship and Port Facility Security framework for applicable NPA facilities. The department supports security assessments, approved plans, access controls, drills and liaison necessary to maintain proportionate maritime-security measures.
Key responsibilities
- Support implementation, maintenance and periodic review of approved Port Facility Security Plans.
- Coordinate port-facility security assessments, drills, exercises and required security-level measures.
- Monitor restricted-area access, identification controls and other ISPS-related protective measures.
- Maintain security records and support required communication with ships, designated authorities and relevant agencies.
- Coordinate corrective actions arising from security audits, inspections, exercises or identified vulnerabilities.
- Promote awareness and training for personnel with designated port-facility security duties.