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• How and when will I get copies of the draft FSR and TSR Security Standards?

  FSR, TSR

  TAPA will always publish a message to members informing them when draft Standards are available to access via a link on the TAPA website.

• We are already TSR and FSR certified. Will the new formats increase my costs and the number of requirements I need to be compliant with?

  FSR, TSR

  If you do not wish to use new options which are included in FSR/TSR 2020, you should not see any significant changes to your existing FSR/TSR 2017 certification when you go through the re-certification process

• As Self-Certification is a lower cost option for Logistics Service Providers, why should FSR A&B and TSR 1&2 still be considered?

  FSR, TSR

  Self-Certification is an entry level to the TAPA Standards and provides robust but minimal security measures. In most instances FSR C and TSR 3 should offer perfectly acceptable security for general cargo. Where Buyers, Shippers, Insurers or Logistics Service Providers’ risk assessments deem additional security measures are needed, then FSR A&B and/or TSR 1&2 can provide this assurance. More scrutiny is needed to ensure these measures are in place and we use industry recognised certification bodies to perform this role.

• Can I still use the FSR/TSR 2020 versions after 15 September 2023?

  FSR, TSR

  As of 15 September 2023, any new certifications or recertifications should be completed using the FSR or TSR 2023 Standards. All FSR/TSR certificates are valid for 3 years, so, if you hold an FSR/TSR 2020 certificate, you do not need to recertify until your current certificate expires.

• What happens to ideas for changes to standards that are sent to TAPA?

  FSR, PSR, TSR

  If submitted during the period when change requests for new revisions are being considered all change requests will acknowledged and the sent to the change control board for review. The decision of the committee will be communicated back the originator. If the change request is submitted outside of the revision cycle the requests will be filed until the revision cycle window is opened and then reviewed by the change control board.

• Who can qualify as an Authorised Auditor (AA)?

  FSR, TSR

  There are two types of AA

  1. An auditor can be recognized as an AA when they have taken TAPA training, passed an exam and are working for a TAPA approved Independent Audit Body. They must have taken the training for each relevant TAPA standard where they are recognized as an AA. They can perform certifications audits for any level of the standard.
  2. A LSP/Applicant representative who has taken TAPA training and passed an exam can be recognized as an AA. They must have taken the training for each relevant TAPA standard where they are recognized as an AA. They can only perform certifications audits for the lowest level of the standards (FSR C or TSR 3) and for their own employers’ business. They cannot certify their sub-contractors or other businesses.
• How and when will I get copies of the draft FSR and TSR Security Standards?

  FSR

  TAPA will always publish a message to members informing them when draft Standards are available to access via a link on the TAPA website.

• As I make preparation plans for FSR and TSR 2023, will TAPA be available to help me make decisions on the best way to transition to the new versions?

  FSR, TSR

  Yes, and we will welcome these requests. TAPA is a members’ association and we want you to gain maximum benefit from your membership