24 Aug 2016 / United States of America
The U.S. Coast Guard announced Tuesday [23 August] the publication of the final rule concerning Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) reader requirements. [Final rule at https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2016/08/23/2016-19383/transportation-worker-identification-credential-twic-reader-requirements]
The rule requires owners and operators of certain vessels and facilities regulated by the Coast Guard to conduct electronic inspections of TWICs as an access control measure. The final rule also implements recordkeeping requirements and security plan amendments that will incorporate these requirements.
The TWIC program is an important component of the Coast Guard's multi-layered system of access control requirements designed to enhance maritime security.
(For information about operations in the USA contact GAC USA at [email protected])
Source: US Coast Guard HQ News Release dated 23 August, 2016
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