Changes to the UK Air Cargo Security Regime
Table of contents
- Air cargo security - general
- Independent validation of known consignors
- Why the change?
- How do I become a known consignor under the new scheme?
- It is important that the validator has full access to the premises as well as being able to talk to the right people.
- What happens if the validation is successful?
- What happens if the validation is unsuccessful?
- What if I am a known consignor already?
- How much does it cost?
- What are the validators looking for?
- Can I appeal against a validator's decision?
- Role of DfT
- Questions
- 1. Do I have to be a known consignor to move my cargo by air?
- 2. Do I have to get written references for all my staff if I want to become a known consignor?
- 3. Can I employ agency staff to pack my cargo?
- 4. Can I be a known consignor if I send all my cargo to be packed by another company?
- 5. I have packers carrying out packing at my factory - can I be a known consignor?
- 6. Do I have to have a separate area for packing air cargo?
- 7. Do my employees packing air cargo need formal training?
- 8. What is meant by tamper-evident?
- 9. Do I have to have a fence and control access to the site in order to become a known consignor?
- 10. I do not have a specific place to store air cargo once it has been prepared - will this affect my validation?
- 11. I buy in stock and distribute it - can I be a known consignor?
- 12. I do not use my own vehicles to transport the cargo - can I be a known consignor?
- 13. Who can sign the consignment security certificate?
- DfT contact details
