The impact of the events of September 11th, 2001
Events on September 11, 2001 have uncovered the need to improve security in general throughout the United States. The United States Government therefore adopted measures to tighten security at Customs by establishing partnerships with importing countries, notably Canada, under the Custom-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT).

What is C-TPAT?

The program was created in partnership by the United States Government in partnership with industry. It helps guarantee the integrity of supply-chain management and operations.

Companies submit a request to be recognized as certified participants in the C-TPAT program. Each company must submit a detailed analysis of its logistical supply chain and if necessary, set up a security improvement plan.

Once certification has been granted, the company is responsible for the integrity of the logistical supply chain and must follow C-TPAT recommendations to that effect.

To whom do these measures apply?
These measures concern both exporters to the United States as well as merchandise carriers.

Advantages of complying with the program

By adhering to the various programs in effect (C-TPAT, FAST), partners have the right to:

• Protect their right to do business within the United States
• Reduce the high costs of lengthy delays caused by thorough inspections at border crossings

Failing to comply with these measures can seriously jeopardize a company's competitiveness and even result in a loss of the right to do business in the United States.

Protectron can help you

Some of the measures required for the enhancement of supply-chain security at industrial plants, storage facilities, and vehicle fleets are directly related to physical security. The required electronic security systems are the following:

• Anti-intrusion systems
• Video surveillance systems
• Access control systems

In order to provide enhanced customer service, Protectron has trained several of its representatives in C-TPAT standards to guide you through the accreditation steps. Protectron thus offers you a complete range of services that will help you achieve C-TPAT certification, namely:

• Consultation
• Evaluation and recommendations
• Installation of security systems
• Maintenance and inspection of security systems
• ULC Certification
• Pre-audit

Call us toll free at 1 800 811-1818 and ask to meet one of our C-TPAT certification representatives for more on these services.

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