1 SOLAS chapter
XI-2 and the ISPS Code have, inter
alia, placed responsibilities on Companies for ship security.
The provisions entered into force on 1 July 2004 and the appendix
to this document provides guidance on a method of self-assessing the
effectiveness with which a Company has fulfilled, and continues to
fulfil, its obligations in respect of ship security such as the implementation
of ship security plans and the relevant security measures in them.
2 Self-assessment by Companies and CSOs
using the self-assessment tool could be undertaken with the support
of experts, if appropriate.
3 Anyone undertaking the self-assessment
should, at least, have knowledge of:
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.1 the requirements of SOLAS chapter XI-2 and the ISPS
Code, including the related guidance developed by the Organization;
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.2 general security principles; and
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.3 the operation of ships.
4 The process and the completed self-assessment
should be protected from unauthorized access or disclosure.
5 The effective implementation of ship
security measures is a continuing responsibility. It is suggested
that Companies self-assess their processes post-implementation and
thereafter at least on a two yearly basis.
6 Anyone undertaking the self-assessment should
consider using this tool in conjunction with the Guidance on voluntary
self-assessment by Administrations and for ship security (MSC.1/Circ.1193
dated 30 May 2006).
Appendix: Voluntary self-assessment tool for Companies and
company security officers for ship security.