Indicator

Risk description

Possible solutions

References

Routines for access to cargo units

Lack of adequate procedures for access to cargo units.

Unauthorised access to cargo units.

identification of risks and threats of unauthorized access to shipping areas, loading docks and cargo areas;

implement procedures governing access to shipping areas, loading docks and cargo areas;

cargo units are placed in a secure area (e.g. a fenced area, an area with video surveillance or monitored by security personnel) or other measures are taken to assure the integrity of the cargo unit;

access to the area where cargo units are held is restricted to authorised persons;

- share planning between the transport department and the goods reception desk.

SAQ - 6.4.1

ISO 28001:2007, section A.3

ISPS Code

Routines for ensuring the integrity of cargo units

Tampering with cargo units.

procedures for monitoring & checking the integrity of cargo units;

procedures for recording, investigating and taking remedial action when unauthorised access or tampering has been discovered;

where appropriate supervision by CCTV.

SAQ -6.4.2

ISO 28001:2007, section A.3.3

ISPS Code

Use of seals

Tampering with cargo units.

use of container seals that are compliant with ISO/PAS 17712 or other appropriate type of system ensuring the integrity of cargo during transportation;

seals stored in a secure location;

register of seals is maintained (including used ones);

regular reconciliation between register and seals held;

- where applicable make arrangements with business partners to check the seals (integrity and numbers) at arrival.

SAQ - 6.4.3

ISO/PAS 17712

Procedures for inspecting the structure of the cargo unit including ownership of cargo units

Use of hidden places in cargo units for smuggling purposes.

To have incomplete control of the cargo units.

procedures to examine the integrity of the cargo unit prior to loading;

where appropriate use of seven point inspection process (front wall, left side, right side, floor, ceiling/roof, inside/outside doors, outside/undercarriage prior to loading);

other kinds of inspections depending on the kind of cargo unit.

SAQ - 6.4.4 ;
SAQ - 6.4.5

ISO 28001:2007, section A.3

Maintenance of cargo units

Tampering with cargo units.

regular programme of routine maintenance;

if maintenance is carried out by a third party, procedures to examine the integrity of the cargo unit after that.

SAQ - 6.4.5

ISO 28001:2007, section A.3

Standard operating procedures in case of intrusion and/or tampering with cargo units

No proper action if unauthorised access or tampering has been discovered.

appropriate procedures laid down on what measures should be taken when an unauthorised access or tampering is discovered.

ISO 28001:2007, section A.3