CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria for U.S. Customs Brokers Quiz Survey

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* 1. What is the primary goal of CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism)?

To reduce theft and damage in supply chains

To address governmental concerns over cargo supply chain security

To ensure that companies meet routine commercial cargo requirements

To increase the government’s revenue from customs duties and taxes

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* 2. Which of the following is NOT typically a concern addressed by CTPAT and related cargo security efforts?

Smuggling of illicit drugs and weapons

Ensuring proper customer service in cargo operations

Preventing the transportation of dangerous goods

Protecting national security from terrorism

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* 3. How have governments responded to the issue of piracy and vessel hijacking?

By enhancing the security of domestic airports

Through international conventions and standards, such as SOLAS

By offering financial rewards for information on pirates

By providing safe passage routes for cargo ships

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* 4. What measure was implemented by the U.S. FDA as part of its response to terrorist threats in cargo transportation?

Advanced screening of cargo before shipment

Registration of all facilities involved in the transportation of food

A mandatory security check for all cargo shipments

Increased duties on dangerous goods imports

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* 5. Which of the following is a new category introduced in the 2019 edition of CTPAT for Corporate Security?

Seal Security

Risk Assessment

Cybersecurity

Transportation Security

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* 6. What is the primary focus of the Business Partner Security category in the CTPAT program?

Ensuring all partners are certified in CTPAT

Ensuring business partners meet minimum security measures for handling cargo

Providing cybersecurity training to business partners

Conducting risk assessments on all business partners

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* 7. According to the CTPAT guidelines, what should be done with IT equipment containing sensitive information when it is no longer in use?

It can be discarded in a regular trash bin

It should be wiped using simple software tools

It must be inventoried and properly sanitized or destroyed according to NIST guidelines

It should be stored in a locked drawer for later use

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* 8. Which of the following is a new category introduced in the 2019 edition of CTPAT for Corporate Security?

Seal Security

Risk Assessment

Cybersecurity

Transportation Security

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* 9. What is one of the primary responsibilities of a U.S. Customs Broker in the CTPAT program?

To handle the physical transportation of goods across the border

To advise clients on CTPAT security requirements and encourage them to join the program

To manage and store cargo at U.S. ports

To conduct physical inspections of all cargo entering the U.S.

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* 10. Which of the following is a required action for Customs Brokers when they become aware of incorrect or incomplete information from their clients?

Ignore the issue unless CBP requests it

Correct or complete the information, or notify CBP or another appropriate law enforcement agency

Notify the client and take no further action

Only inform CBP if the information is related to security risks

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* 11. What is the primary concern regarding container traffic in international trade, as described in the text?

Containers are primarily used for bulk cargo

Containers are hard to track, and terrorists may target them at any point in the shipment process

Containers are easy to inspect due to low shipping volumes

Containers are only used for dangerous goods

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* 12. What type of seals must be used on shipments going to or coming from the U.S. according to the CTPAT guidelines?

Standard plastic seals

High-security ISO 17712 compliant cable/bolt seals

Electronic seals with RFID tracking

Custom-designed seals based on the shipment contents

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* 13. Which of the following is a required procedure for CTPAT members regarding physical access control?

All visitors must be admitted without photo ID checks

Only management is required to have access badges

All visitors must undergo a photo ID check and have their visit details recorded in a log

Access control systems are optional for facilities with fewer than 10 employees

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* 14. What is the primary benefit of CTPAT Tier 3 for importers?

Reduced cargo theft and better visibility

"Green lane" customs release with no inspection at marine terminals

Exemption from all customs inspections

Access to international trade compliance data

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* 15. What is one of the eligibility requirements for U.S. importers to participate in CTPAT?

The importer must have a valid continuous import bond registered with CBP and have imported into the U.S. in the past year

The importer must have no documented issues with pest contamination in the past five years

The importer must not have any security-related events in the past decade

The importer must be based outside the U.S. and only handle exports