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Learn about the ISPS Code implementation at The Belize Port Authority and its effects on trade and tourism. Discover preparation strategies, assistance sources, and compliance guidelines to ensure port security. Find out about investment opportunities and methods for recuperating security investments.
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THE BELIZE PORT AUTHORITY Prepared by Kendrick Daly – Chief Safety & Security Officer
INTRODUCTION: • ISPS CODE : How it was received? • EFFECTS OF NON COMPLIANCE: • Economic effect on imports/exports/cruise tourism • PREPARATION • ASSISTANCE • IMO REGIONAL MARITIME ADVISOR • USCG • OAS • COMPLIANCE • DESIGNATED PFSO • APPROVED PFSP
Belize City Port: • Fort Street Tourism Village Cont’d
Security of Ports: • LEGAL SUPPORT • PORT SECURITY REGULATIONS • LEGAL EFFECT • GUIDELINES
Best Practices: • One Year Initial Certificate • ISPS Guidelines • Standardize Format for Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA) & Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP) • PFSP must include future developments
Investment into Security Programs: • INVESTMENT • RECURRENT EXPENDITURE
RECUPERATION OF INVESTMENTS: • Head Tax • ISPS Fee
Ensuring Compliance: • EXTERNAL AUDITS • Audit by HPA • Audit by USCG IPS Program