b'FOGHORNFOCUS: SECURITY AND VESSEL REVIEW/PREVIEWciency identified by inspectorseither because they were not conducted or because there is no record of a drill being held within the required time-period. Likewise, annual audits must be conducted and recorded. Inspections are a good time to confirm that all training is up to date.About the Author As often as possible, FSOs/VSOs should have general discussions withBetty McMenemy is a Maritime personnel regarding facility security. Training can, and should, focus onTransportation Specialist at the topics that will likely come up during an inspection: Transportation WorkerU.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Identification Credential rules/requirements, training for Security OfficersOffice of Port and Facility and others with security duties, properly posted signage and closely followingCompliance in Washington, D.C all requirements of the approved facility security plan or alternative securityShe has been working with MTSA regulations since January 2004 program. These sessions are an excellent time to answer questions or addressand has assisted Coast Guard confusion. field personnel and industry in the A little organization goes a long way! All relevant documents and formsinterpretation of the regulations can be organized and kept in a safe place so they are readily available during aand their application to different compliance exam. This will avoid having to search for specific items while antypes of vessels and facilities. She manages all aspects of the inspector stands by waiting. Facilities that utilize this method have had successAlternative Security Program. with presenting the necessary materials as they are needed. This will cut downShe wrote an article on MTSA on the overall time necessary for the inspection to be completed. and ASPs that appeared in Remember, maritime security is concerned with the prevention of inten- the October 2016 edition of tional damage through sabotage, subversion, or terrorism. It is a basic role ofFOGHORN. the Coast Guard to protect our ports, waterways and all maritime personnel. The Coast Guard will work with you to ensure security at your facility or onboard your vessel is appropriate. n14 DECEMBER 2019FOGHORN'