COMDINST 16616.11B
b.
Select containers for inspection based on the procedures in Enclosures (1) and (2).
c.
Ensure inspectors are properly trained in container inspection by availing themselves of
training opportunities provided by CITAT, including distance learning materials provided
on the CITAT Internet site, http://tsi.dot.gov/DTI120/default.htm.
d.
Develop standing local arrangements for cooperation with other agencies having an
interest in container inspection, to include U.S. Customs Service. Reference (b) & (c) add
tools to our targeting system, but depend on developing permanent cooperation with
Customs Management Centers, Special Agents in Charge, or local Chief Inspectors. As
per Reference (c), commanding officers of marine safety offices are strongly encouraged
to make regular weekly contact with their USCS counterparts to share intelligence and
avoid operational conflicts, especially when examining imported containers not yet cleared
through Customs.
e.
Develop local arrangements for cooperation with other DOT agencies, the National Cargo
Bureau (NCB), and any other agencies or organizations having an interest in containerized
hazardous materials compliance. Enclosure (4) to this Instruction may be shared with
such organizations to encourage similarity in inspection criteria and data collection. Such
an arrangement should include methods to share inspection results for data collection and
trend analysis purposes, but not used for enforcement targeting.
f.
Units will educate industry regarding the time and financial cost savings this program will
introduce, while improving the quality and scope of inspections of hazardous material
shipments for compliance. This can be done through trade associations, Port Authorities,
and other shipper/carrier groups.
g.
MSM Vol. VI, Chapter 9, although canceled, should be retained for program background.
Safe Work Practice 160 remains valid. Chapter 9, which is under revision, will retain some
of the original text, and incorporate this and all other related instructions. Until the new
Chapter 9 is published, address all policy questions not addressed within this instruction
(applicability of Chapter 9 sections, other instructions) to Commandant (G-MOC-3) at
(202) 267-6700. Point of contact for procedural issues (how-to issues) is the Container
Inspection Training and Assist Team (CITAT), at (405) 954-8985.
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