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Security Duties and Responsibilities Flashcards

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  1. Under the ISPS Code, who is directly responsible for implementing the Ship Security Plan (SSP) on board?

    Answer: The Ship Security Officer (SSO)

    The SSO is directly responsible for implementing, maintaining, and supervising the Ship Security Plan on board the vessel.

  2. When a ship is at Security Level 3, which action is MOST appropriate for the SSO?

    Answer: Implement specific protective measures in response to a security incident or threat

    Security Level 3 requires the implementation of specific protective measures for a limited period in response to a probable or imminent security incident.

  3. What is the SSO's responsibility regarding security drills and exercises?

    Answer: The SSO coordinates with the CSO to ensure drills are conducted to test the SSP's effectiveness

    The SSO works with the CSO to ensure that security drills and exercises are conducted to evaluate and test the ship's security procedures.

  4. Which document must the SSO be thoroughly familiar with to carry out their duties?

    Answer: The Ship Security Plan (SSP) and its confidential annexes

    The SSO must be thoroughly familiar with the Ship Security Plan, including its confidential annexes, to effectively implement and maintain shipboard security.

  5. When must an SSO report a security incident to the CSO?

    Answer: Without delay, as soon as the incident is identified

    Security incidents must be reported to the CSO without delay to ensure timely response and coordination at the company level.

  6. What is the primary purpose of maintaining a Ship Security Log (Declaration of Security records)?

    Answer: To provide a record of security activities, threats, and measures taken on board

    The Ship Security Log provides an auditable record of security-related activities, incidents, and decisions for regulatory compliance and investigation purposes.

  7. An SSO notices unauthorized access to a restricted area. What is the FIRST action they should take?

    Answer: Assess the situation, challenge the individual, and follow SSP procedures for unauthorized access

    The SSO should first assess the situation and follow the SSP procedures for handling unauthorized access, which typically includes challenging the individual and initiating appropriate security responses.