VSO EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

When did the International Ship and Port Facility (ISPS) Code do into effect? - Answer - July 1, 2004 The ISPS applies to cargo vessels _____________. - Answer - above 500 GT Who sets Security Levels? - Answer - national governments What new subchapter was created within SOLAS to reflect the ISPS Code? - Answer - Chapter XI-2 When did President Bush sign the Maritime Transportation Safety Act of 2002? - Answer - Nov 25, 2002 Which tugs/barges are subject to the MTSA 2002? - Answer - those carrying certain dangerous cargoes The ISPS Code and the MTSA are identical to one another. - Answer - False All vessels subject to the ISPS Code must maintain a Ship Security Plan (SSP). - Answer - True A Ship Security Plan can be developed without a Ship Security Assessment. - Answer - False One person can be designated SSO for more than one ship. - Answer - False Who is responsible for development, implementation, revision, and maintenance of the facility security plan? - Answer - Facility Security Officer The USCG recommends a 5-step risk management methodology for port security. What are the 5 steps? - Answer - Potential Threats, Consequence Assessment, Vulnerability Assessment, Mitigation, Implementation Methods Under what CFR reference can the MTSA regulations be found? - Answer - 33 CFR Chapter I