Subscriber price: $88.00, Non-subscriber price: $130.00
Estimated total study time: 11 hours 30 minutes
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One of the critical aspects of maintaining and sustaining the CTPAT security program is training. The education of employees is a vital component of the "people and physical security" focus area of the minimum security criteria (MSC). Training of personnel to recognize threats, foster awareness of vulnerabilities, and understand the important role each person plays in securing the supply chain is a requirement of the CTPAT program.
This comprehensive course is for those managers, supervisors, or other staff in charge of setting-up, documenting, administering, and ensuring compliance with their company's CTPAT program. It will encompass all of the minimum security focus areas and the categories that "must" or "should" be met. This course consists of everything in the basic-level for "personnel", plus additional guidance for implementation and administration which include CTPAT benefits, application, certification, validation and program requirements.
Important: Supervisors and managers who do not have additional CTPAT administrative responsibilities need only take the basic-level course, S18u—CTPAT for Consolidator/Forwarder Personnel.
We begin with the requirements for all CTPAT members and their business partners and provide a comparative table in each category. The course concludes by discussing the benefits, eligibility requirements, and specific criteria that must be followed by consolidators including freight forwarders, ocean transportation intermediaries, and non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs). It is designed to meet the CTPAT training requirement for managers, supervisors, and security points of contact who must understand, perform, and otherwise comply with operational-level security measures.
According to MSC 12.1, security training must be provided to employees, as required based on their functions and position, on a regular basis, and newly hired employees must receive this training as part of their orientation/job skills training. This course is suitable for both initial and refresher training.
Please note: Because the implementation of CTPAT security measures varies somewhat by company, this course "as is" can provide only general-purpose coverage of these topics. For companies with more than a few people to train, we recommend customization of this training to add company-specific security policies and procedures. The GISTware system which hosts this training facilitates such customization; please contact us for specifics.
Why do companies want to participate in CTPAT? Find out the types of businesses that are eligible. There are specific requirements for participation and benefits based on business type.
(Estimated study time: 55 minutes)
This lesson covers application, certification and validation of CTPAT. CTPAT is an ongoing compliance effort consisting of mandatory security requirements that must be met based on certain types of businesses in the supply chain. We begin the comparison of security requirements for four of these business types.
(Estimated study time: 35 minutes)
This lesson covers the CTPAT Security Measures with a focus on the "Minimum Security Standards." It delves into the Minimum Security Criteria (MSC), which are divided into three main focus areas: Corporate Security, Transportation Security, and People and Physical Security. Each focus area includes specific categories and criteria that CTPAT members must adhere to in order to ensure the security of the supply chain.
(Estimated study time: 1 hour 1 minute)
This lesson focuses on Risk Assessment (RA) within the context of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program. It covers the definition of risk, the importance of conducting thorough risk assessments, and the procedures for documenting and mitigating risks in the supply chain. The lesson emphasizes the need to continuously evaluate and improve security measures to protect against potential threats.
(Estimated study time: 1 hour 5 minutes)
This lesson focuses on the requirements that CTPAT members must or should impose on their business partners to ensure the security of the supply chain. It covers the definition of business partners, the importance of compliance with minimum security measures, and the processes for screening and monitoring business partners. The lesson emphasizes the need for CTPAT members to work closely with their business partners, both domestically and internationally, to maintain effective security measures.
(Estimated study time: 49 minutes)
This lesson deals with the fourth category, Cybersecurity, within the Corporate Security focus area. Cybersecurity is described as securing information technology and data systems that contain intellectual property, customer information, financial and trade data, employee records, etc.
(Estimated study time: 1 hour 19 minutes)
In this lesson we look at the minimum security requirements (must do) and suggestions (should do) with implementation guidance for three of the categories under the focus area of transporation security. The categories covered include: Conveyance and Instruments of International Traffic Security, Seal Security and Procedural Security. The criteria covered are applicable to all entities.
(Estimated study time: 1 hour 8 minutes)
This module covers the essential security measures required for cargo handling and storage facilities, including trailer yards and offices. It emphasizes the importance of physical barriers and deterrents to prevent unauthorized access, such as fencing, gates, controlled access, lighting, alarm systems, and video surveillance. The module also highlights the need for regular inspections, maintenance, and documentation of security technology, as well as the implementation of written policies and procedures to govern the use and protection of this technology.
(Estimated study time: 41 minutes)
This lesson outlines the steps involved in an effective employee selection process, emphasizing the importance of thorough screening to ensure workplace safety and integrity. It covers the creation of job descriptions, the application process, skill and knowledge evaluations, interviews, background checks, and follow-up interviews. The module also addresses the legal considerations in different countries and the importance of maintaining a Code of Conduct.
The next part of the lesson focuses on the importance of security training and awareness for employees in the supply chain. It emphasizes that employees who understand the necessity of security measures are more likely to comply with them. The module outlines the responsibilities of security personnel in implementing and maintaining a comprehensive security training program, including regular reviews, incident-based retraining, and orientation for new employees. It also covers the documentation requirements for training records and the specific training needs for different roles within the organization.
The lesson finishes up with a summary of all of the mandatory requirements and discusses the areas where companies are required to ensure their business partners are also following the CTPAT minimum security requirements whether their partners are participants in the program or not.
(Estimated study time: 54 minutes)
This lesson covers the essential roles of service providers in international trade, focusing on consolidators, customs brokers, and third-party logistics providers. Learn how these entities facilitate the movement of goods across borders, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing logistics. Understanding the functions and responsibilities of these service providers, it is possible to gain insights into maintaining a secure and efficient international supply chain.
(Estimated study time: 32 minutes)
This lesson focuses on the security measures necessary to prevent, detect, and deter smuggling schemes involving the modification of conveyances and Instruments of International Traffic (IIT). It covers the procedures for inspecting and sealing IIT at the point of stuffing/loading, the importance of documenting inspections, and the key security criteria for cargo in transit. The module also outlines the systematic inspection requirements for CTPAT shipments via various modes of transportation, including land, ocean, and air, and emphasizes the need for vigilance throughout the supply chain to uphold security standards.
Maintaining continuous seal integrity for trailers and containers as a crucial element of a secure supply chain. It covers the comprehensive written seal policy required by CTPAT, the proper application and verification of high-security seals, and the VVTT (View, Verify, Tug, Twist) process to ensure seals are affixed correctly and operating as designed. The module also emphasizes the need for systematic seal inspections at each stop along the transportation route and the proper documentation of seal integrity.
(Estimated study time: 1 hour 12 minutes)
Procedural Security is a comprehensive approach that encompasses various aspects of the import-export process, including documentation, cargo storage, and handling requirements. It also involves the critical tasks of reporting incidents and notifying pertinent law enforcement agencies. Each company must tailor its procedural security measures based on its specific risk assessment and business model, integrating security processes within existing procedures to ensure sustainability and collective responsibility.
(Estimated study time: 18 minutes)
This lesson delves into the critical aspects of physical access controls, cargo controls, and security training within the framework of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program. The lesson covers the importance of access controls in preventing unauthorized entry and protecting company assets, the specific requirements for maintaining secure cargo pickup logs, and the role of security guards. The lesson also covers the necessity of comprehensive training for employees on security and agricultural inspections, emphasizing the importance of a layered security system. Additionally, it highlights the specific security measures required for consolidators, including inspections for anomalies and pest contamination, and the documentation and training needed to ensure compliance with CTPAT standards.
(Estimated study time: 30 minutes)
This lesson concentrates on the "should-do" areas that are different for each entity, in this case consolidators. They are not required, only suggestions to strengthen security as best practices.
(Estimated study time: 29 minutes)