SSO Maritime Security Regulations & ISPS Code 3

Question 1

Which document must a ship present to port State control officers to demonstrate ISPS Code compliance?

Accepted Answer

International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC)

Answer

The International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC) is the primary document verifying that a ship complies with ISPS Code requirements.

Question 2

Under ISPS Code, a Recognized Security Organization (RSO) may be authorized to:

Accepted Answer

Approve SSPs and issue ISSCs on behalf of the flag State Administration

Answer

An RSO may be authorized by a flag State to approve Ship Security Plans and issue International Ship Security Certificates.

Question 3

What is the validity period of an International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC)?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

An ISSC is valid for a maximum period of five years from the date of issue.

Question 4

ISPS Code Part A is described as:

Accepted Answer

Mandatory requirements for governments, companies, and ships

Answer

ISPS Code Part A contains mandatory requirements that must be implemented by Contracting Governments, companies, and ships.

Question 5

The Ship Security Assessment (SSA) forms the basis for which document?

Accepted Answer

Ship Security Plan

Answer

The Ship Security Assessment identifies vulnerabilities and threats that the Ship Security Plan must address.

(SSO) Ship Security Officer Practice Test