LSCM 4560 Exam III (A+ GUARANTEED)

Although the volume of containers flowing through our ports represents a significant challenge, the container volume is concentrated wtihin a relatively small number of ports. Eighty-seven percent of the TEUs are handled by how many US ports? correct answers Ten A weapon of mass destruction (WMD) or other terrorist activity occurring in a US port would cost the American economy in excess of: correct answers $1 Trillion Many factors complicate transportation and port security. The single factor probably having the greatest effect is: correct answers The intermodal container and the number passing through ports To mitigate the risks associated with global trade, the United States government has adopted correct answers A layered strategy Which organization has the responsibility for assessing port vulnerability and setting standards for port security? correct answers U.S. Coast Guard Customs and Border Patrol uses this system to electronically clear shipments entering the United States: correct answers Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) The United States Coast Guard requires that ships bound for the United States provide how many hours notice before entering US territorial waters: correct answers 96 Hours This CBP initiative allows participating countries to station their customs agents at US ports to screen export shipments bound for their ports. correct answers Container Security Initiative This technology is used for scanning containers at ports: correct answers VACIS What percent of cargo moving on US passenger aircraft must be screened at the same level of intensity as passenger luggage? correct answers 100% Ports pose a challenge in themselves for transportation security. Ports are a challenge because: correct answers 1) They may include many miles of shoreline 2) Of the many different types of terminals 3) Proximity to major transportation arteries 4) Multiple users of the port and supporting waterways Containers are typically loaded and support freight movements several times each year. On average, containers are loaded how many times per year? correct answers Ten In your first position following graduation, you are involved in the international movement of goods. During a meeting, one of your carriers refers "TWIC" during a discussion. You recognize from your LSCM 4560 course that TWIC refers to an initiative to: correct answers Provide identification credentials to transportation workers