The Difference between Acceptable and Exceptional TAPA Security Management Systems The basic difference between an acceptable and an exceptional TAPA security management system is about 5 percent more effort invested in the design, implementation, maintenance […]
The title is pretty funny… but the excuse is used. Fortunately, this issue is addressed in the new TAPA FSR Standard. This article talks about the misunderstanding of “Bomb Proof Glass” or “Blast Proof Glass”. […]
Daily Function Checks of the CCTV System The number one failure found during TAPA FSR audits is related to the mandatory CCTV system function checks. The TAPA FSR requires that all CCTV images be inspected […]
The weakest example of dock door construction is that of light weight metal frames and plastic windows. Do plastic windows in a light weight dock door meet the requirements of the TAPA FSR? The TAPA […]
There are two main types of electronic locking devices: “Fail Secure” and “Fail Safe”. A “Fail Secure” electronic lock remains locked when power is lost thereby providing continued security of cargo. “Fail Safe” electronic locks […]
A high value cage is a requirement for TAPA FSR certification. The following information is intended to provide clear guidance regarding the FSR requirements for high value cages. High Value Cage Size The FSR says […]
The easiest way to conduct an annual TAPA FSR self-assessment is to: 1. Make a copy of the TAPA FSR certification audit report to create the FSR self-assessment. 2. Change the auditor name and date. […]
The easiest way to conduct an annual TAPA TSR self-assessment is to: 1. Make a copy of the TAPA TSR certification audit report to create the TSR self-assessment. 2. Change the auditor name and date. […]
The TAPA requires the use of ISO 17712 security seals. ISO 17712 seals are manufactured with three levels of seal strength – Indicative, Security, and High Security. The strength of the seals is measured by […]
An effective key control program is required for all TAPA certifications. I have visited a few companies whose key control program consisted of a plastic container full of keys such as that shown in the […]
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