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
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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 |