QUESTION: I have a questions for those ICPA member who are C-TPAT Certified. How are you verifying the Social Security Number during background checks? My understanding is that only a few states have the E-Verify system. If you are not in one of those states, how do you validate the SSN prior to […]
Question: Would anyone in the membership be able to share their process outline of becoming C-TPAT to those of us who have yet to become C-TPAT? We are a medium sized company with less than 100 foreign suppliers, and more than a 1,000 domestic suppliers. We have a staff of 2 1/2, including myself […]
Question: Does anyone have any information oh the process of appealing the findings of a C-TPAT Validation Report? The only language I can find on the CBP web site says that “Companies that are suspended or removed may appeal this decision to CBP HQ.” and “CBP will decide the appeal in a timely fashion.” […]
Question: Does anyone have a C-TPAT Policy and/or Procedures Manual they would be willing to share? We are C-TPAT certified Tier III. Our compliance manual references C-TPAT, but we’re looking to develop a policy manual specific to C-TPAT.
Question: We recently had a trailer stolen after it had been imported into the U.S., entry filed and duties paid. What is the best practice for C-TPAT members to address this type of security breach when it has happened after importation?
Question: Do anyone have a power point training session provided to foreign shippers on C-TPAT requirements that they would be willing to share ============
Question: Does anyone have a corporate security policy in which they are willing to share? *************** Answers: See sample attached. ********* http://www.icpainc.org/files/Answer%20Database%20Attachments/ICPA%20-%20C-TPAT%20Policy%20Statement.doc
Question: We have been discussing with our procurement and sourcing teams the best way to conduct CTPAT-type security reviews for our international suppliers. Obviously, not every vendor warrants a full review of their security program. Can any of ICPA members provide some guidance on how they decide which international vendors will […]
Question: Am curious to know if any member has had a CTPAT joint validation conducted in China? If so, can you provide any information on how a China validation may have differed from a validation in another country?
Question: Does anyone have any information oh the process of appealing the findings of a C-TPAT Validation Report? The only language I can find on the CBP web site says that “Companies that are suspended or removed may appeal this decision to CBP HQ.” and “CBP will decide the appeal in a timely fashion.” […]
Question: Does anyone have a C-TPAT Policy and/or Procedures Manual they would be willing to share? We are C-TPAT certified Tier III. Our compliance manual references C-TPAT, but we’re looking to develop a policy manual specific to C-TPAT.
Question: We recently had a trailer stolen after it had been imported into the U.S., entry filed and duties paid. What is the best practice for C-TPAT members to address this type of security breach when it has happened after importation?
