摘要: |
A vessel may be selected to receive an offshore High Interest Vessel (HIV) security boarding prior to entering the U.S. The offshore HIV security boarding criteria is continually evaluated and updated. A Captain of the Port (COTP) order will be placed on HIV vessels. That requires them to remain offshore until a Coast Guard security boarding has been completed. The Coast Guard is sensitive to impacts and delays to maritime commerce and aims to conduct these boardings with minimal disruption to a vessel's schedule whenever possible. Coast Guard boarding teams will make every effort to conduct these security boardings prior to a vessel embarking a pilot for further transit to a U.S. port or place of destination. However, recurrent boardings will occur based on a combination of risk factors for each vessel. Additionally, mariners have inquired about their enrollment in the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT). This is a voluntary initiative, led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), focused on supply chains. It is not a factor in the Coast Guard HIV targeting processes. Questions regarding this program should be directed to your local CBP office. |