Garett Kolsun Marine Security TRANSPORT CANADA Marine Safety and Security Branch October 28, 2014
Considerations Canada has the longest coastline in the world at 202,800 kilometers Of that 162,000 kilometers lies in the Canadian arctic Most re-supply in the north is conducted by the marine transportation system (i.e. tug/barge and sea-lift) Over 1 million vessels interface with Canadian facilities and ports each year Canada itself has 46,500 registered vessels Canada is experiencing longer ice-free periods
Transport Canada s Mission To serve the public interest through the promotion of a safe and secure, efficient and environmentally responsible transportation system in Canada.
Canada'a Marine Security Regulatory Framework ISPS CODE (IMO) MARINE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ACT MARINE TRANPORTATION SECURITY REGULATIONS PART 2 VESSELS PART 3 MARINE FACILITIES
International Maritime Organization (IMO) Comprised of representatives from 171 countries Based in London, UK Canada was one of the first countries to join the IMO in 1948 Develops and recommends standards for participating countries to adopt in regulation Canada released its Marine Transportation Security Act in 1994 to guide the development of future regulations
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS) Came into force July 1, 2004 Governments undertake risks assessments to establish the level of security threat in their ports and that both ships and ports should appoint dedicated security officers and have formal security plans drawn up and approved by their Governments.
Marine Transportation Security Act Enables Governor in Council to make regulations to protect marine facilities/ ports and vessels against unlawful interference and terrorist attacks Enables the Minister of Transport to make measures (more specific than regulations) Allows Minister to direct a vessel to a marine facility if he/she believes it s a threat Outlines protocols for screening of passengers on cruise ships
Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) Came into force on July 1, 2004 Include the provisions of the ISPS Code, the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention and the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) and its Code. Part 2 of the MTSR covers vessels Part 3 covers marine facilities and ports
Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) Part 2 Vessels SOLAS Ship is 500 g tons or more or is carrying more than 12 passengers; engaged in a voyage from one country to another country Non-SOLAS Ship more than 100 g tons or carrying more than 12 passengers or towing vessels transporting Certain Dangerous Cargo; on an international voyage (other than SOLAS)
Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) Part 3 Marine Facilities that interface with Part 2 vessels (SOLAS and non-solas vessels) Certified Facilities Occasional Use Marine Facilities (OUMF)
Marine Security Regulations Marine Facility as defined under the MTSA an area of land, water, ice or other supporting surface used, designed, prepared, equipped or set apart for use, either in whole or in part, for the arrival, departure, movement or servicing of vessels...
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Marine Security Certified Marine Facilities Must complete a security assessment and produce a security plan Occasional Use Marine Facilities - Must document security procedures and adhere to security requirements under sec 355-360 of the MTSR Certified Marine Facilities Statement of Compliance Occasional Use Marine Facilities Letter of Compliance
CERTIFIED MARINE FACILITY - OUMF
Occasional Use Marine Facility SOLAS or Non-SOLAS vessel interfaces -Operator must: Establish administrative and organizational structure for security Assign persons with security responsibilities and provide them with support to complete the job Ensure that the security procedures are coordinated with vessels interfacing with facility (Declaration of Security will always be completed)
Occasional Use Marine Facility - Cont d Coordinate with master of vessel for shore leave for crew or personnel Provide information on security of facility to those persons who need it to comply with these regulations. Designate in writing, an OUMF Security Officer by name or by position
Marine Security - Vessels CRUISE SHIPS ADDITIONAL MEASURES Authorized screening of each persons and their goods must be carried out to ensure no person possess or carries a weapon, incendiary device or explosives on board a cruise ship Security patrols Searches of selected areas before Pax embark and before vessel gets underway
Marine Security Vessels (Clipper Adventurer)
Marine Security PNR Focus/Results Marine Facility responsibilities for security: Security training of staff can help to provide the recognition of current security threats and patterns; recognition and detection of weapons, explosives and incendiaries and other dangerous substances and devices; recognition of the characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons likely to threaten security Emergency preparedness and response and contingency planning
TRANSPORT CANADA REGIONS
PNR MARINE SAFETY & SECURITY ORGANIZATION MARINE SECURITY Regional Director, Desmond Raymond Regional Manager, Lavina Harding Transportation Security Inspectors: Garett Kolsun William (Bill) Atkinson
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SUMMARY Shipping is an important component of Canada s economy The marine facilities are a conduit for moving goods into, and out of Canada to international markets Any facility can be subject to security threats (e.g. disgruntled employees, crew) The government of Canada assists in the protection of marine facilities through security regulations and awareness materials The North is a priority for Canada and an efficient, safe, secure and environmentally sustainable transportation system is needed to ensure economic and community development The Security Procedures are only effective if they re followed, tested and improved North has a unique and costly operating environment, which includes extreme weather, ice and tidal conditions; a short operating season (typically July to November); and requirements for specialized ice-class vessels and skills
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