Thu, Sep 17, 2009
System Has Been In Operation As A Pilot Program Since
February
The TSA announced an Interim Final Rule (IFR) implementing the
Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP) on Tuesday. TSA will use
the system to fulfill the air cargo security requirements of the
Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007
(9/11 Act) that mandates screening of 50 percent of cargo
transported on passenger aircraft by February 2009 and 100 percent
by August 2010.
"We developed a common-sense solution that will greatly enhance
air cargo security by using valuable data from pilot programs and
engaging thousands of stakeholders," said TSA Assistant
Administrator John Sammon. "This program is a critical step toward
meeting the mandate of the 9/11 Act in an efficient and effective
manner that facilitates the flow of commerce."
CCSP has operated as a pilot program since February 2009,
assisting aircraft operators in meeting the 50 percent screening
milestone and allowing entities in the air cargo supply chain to
screen cargo offsite and transport it to the airport securely
without the need for rescreening. Aircraft operators must verify
that the chain of custody is intact upon acceptance of screened
cargo from a CCSP participant.
Under the rule, industry entities may apply to TSA to become a
Certified Cargo Screening Facility (CCSF). CCSFs must carry out a
TSA-approved security program and adhere to strict chain-of-custody
requirements to secure cargo from the time it is screened until it
is loaded onto a passenger aircraft. They also must implement a
multi-layered security program that includes appointing security
coordinators, strict access controls and vetting of key personnel.
TSA will conduct routine inspections to determine whether CCSFs are
complying with requirements.
The IFR will be effective 60 days from the date it is published
in the Federal Register.
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