Factory Audit Services
What is a Security/C-TPAT Audit?
The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is an initiative of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Its goal is to improve the security of private companies’ supply chains with respect to terrorism. Our auditors assess the security and processes of your suppliers on-site to ensure compliance.
A supplier is evaluated in accordance with C-TPAT standards. These audits generally include the following:
- Assessing their physical access controls, including employee access controls, visitor access controls, delivery controls, and procedures for removal of unauthorized persons.
- Reviewing their physical security, including fences, gates, parking, building structure, locking devices, alarm systems, and video surveillance.
- Assessing their procedural security, including documentation processing, manifesting procedures, shipping & receiving, and cargo discrepancies.
- Other items in accordance with C-TPAT requirements.
While on the ground at the supplier’s facility, our experienced auditors gather all the information required to determine whether a supplier will meet C-TPAT standards.
In addition auditing for supply chain security, we can also focus on other areas of concern such as environmental impact or social responsibility.
Why Should You Conduct a Security Audit?
The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism is a voluntary program for importers. Participating in the program has a number of benefits, including:
- Reduced number of CBP examinations
- Front of the line inspections
- Possible exemption from Stratified Exams
- Shorter wait times at the border
- And more
Conducting these audits will help ensure that a supplier is capable of helping you meet the minimum requirements of the C-TPAT program.
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