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Submit the Facility Security Assessment with protected supporting information

Under 33 CFR 105, a facility owner or operator may generate and submit a report that contains the Facility Security Assessment for more than one facility subject to this part, to the extent that they share similarities in design and operations, if authorized and approved by the cognizant COTP.

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Base the Facility Security Plan on an approved assessment and site-specific operations

Under 33 CFR 105, an FSP must address every vulnerability identified in the Facility Security Assessment. Under 33 CFR 105, an FSP may cover multiple facilities with similar designs and operations only when the cognizant COTP authorizes and approves that scope.

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Put duties, access controls, communications, and response procedures into the Facility Security Plan

Under 33 CFR 105, the rule requires that if the FSP does not follow the order as it appears in the list, the facility owner or operator ensure that the FSP contains an index identifying the location of each of the following sections: security measures for access control, including the facility’s TWIC Program and designated public access areas.

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Submit, protect, and implement the Facility Security Plan only after approval

Under 33 CFR 105, the rule requires that the owner or operator of each facility currently in operation either: submit one copy of their Facility Security Plan (FSP) for review and approval to the cognizant COTP and a letter certifying that the FSP meets applicable requirements of this part.

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Build a cruise-terminal screening program around documented procedures and prohibited items

Under 33 CFR 105, the rule requires that the TSP document all procedures that are employed to ensure all persons, baggage, and personal effects are screened at the cruise ship terminal prior to being allowed into a cruise ship terminal’s secure areas or onto a cruise ship.

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Assign cruise-terminal screening staffing, equipment, and oversight to the owner or operator

Under 33 CFR 105, the rule requires that in addition to the requirements of section 105.200, the owner or operator of a cruise ship terminal ensure that screening is conducted in accordance with this subpart and an approved TSP.

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Publish and control a prohibited-items list for cruise-terminal screening

Under 33 CFR 105, the rule requires that the owner or operator of a cruise ship terminal obtain from the Coast Guard and maintain a Prohibited Items List (PIL) consisting of dangerous substances and devices for purposes of section 105.290(a).

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Set cruise-terminal screener qualifications and fitness requirements before assignment

Under 33 CFR 105, in addition to the requirements for facility personnel with security duties contained in section 105.210, screening personnel at cruise ship terminals must be capable of using all screening methods and equipment needed to perform the duties of the position.

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