Overall Security System:
The security system of Ispahani Summit Alliance Terminals Limited (ISATL) depends on manual and technological intervention. In most areas both systems are combined to provide the security we maintain for our personnel, cargo and assets. Following is a brief of our security procedures:
Gate control is maintained by security personnel, who checks and verifies every person entering the CFS. Visitor’s details are recorded in the registers maintained at the gates. Trucks/vans arriving with export cargo are checked at the gate ensuring delivery notice, timings of entry, shipper’s name and type/quantity of cargoes are recorded in the registers. If truck/van number, driver’s name, driving license match the cargo description then security personnel issue a token to enter the CFS from the parking lot. Every car entering the gate is checked for details of passengers, drivers and any commodity carried in the car. These details are recorded. Cars are checked for any unwanted substances.
Warehouses where export cargo are received and stacked are fully covered by CCTV cameras. These are monitored live 24/7 by a dedicated team of staff on 8 hourly shifts. Additionally, security guards are stationed on stages constructed above the ground level to have a bird’s eye view of the cargo area. During cargo receiving, cartons are counted to match the packing list. Any damages to tapes and/or to cartons is further investigated for any tampering and pilfering of contents.
Containers are stuffed as per Load Plans received from our customers. Containers are inspected prior to stuffing for damages, agricultural pest/waste and hidden compartments including 7 points. Tally is maintained at the container door to ensure correct cartons are being stuffed. Sealing of containers with security seals is recorded. Prior to and during the stuffing process minimum 5 images are taken of the container, including images showing doors closed and with seals affixed.
Container transportation to the port is done by prime movers which are dedicated only for our use. These prime movers are fitted with GPS based tracking devices. Progress of the prime movers on the road and into the port gate are monitored live by a team of dedicated staff. Gate-out time of containers along with seal number and details of driver are recorded at the gate. Similarly during gate-in at port, details of the container and seal are recorded along with the time of entry. Night time patrols on the road from CFS to port are maintained by staff who continuously travel back and forth on motor bike to ensure no prime mover stops on the way.
Supply Chain Security (SCS)
In our pursuit to have the highest possible security standards and to be compliant with ISPS Code and US CBP security requirements, we have taken steps to enhance our security measures.
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS)
ISATL is ISPS certified since 2018 and review on SoC (Statement of Compliance) is done in regular intervals.
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)
ISATL voluntarily participates in a comprehensive supply chain security verification program named Global Security Verification (GSV) conducted by Intertek Services on a regular basis to ensure appropriate security measures are maintained as published by the U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Agency.
Social Compliance
In terms of social compliance ISATL aims to create a workplace that protects workers’ health and safety with due respect for the environment and promotes an atmosphere to enhance learning and opportunity for employees in a way that is fulfilling, recognized and fairly rewarded. ISAIL wants to be the preferred contractor and the favoured employer of the industry by meeting the terms of the laws, regulations and social responsibility. ISATL’s goal is to protect employees, people, property and the environment in which we work and live. ISATL is committed to continuous improvement and best practices, which will enhance its business by reducing risk and adding value to services. ISATL basically works on the following areas in terms of social compliance:
Legal Compliance
There are routines in place to ensure the applicable laws and regulations related to compliance requirements.
Business Ethics
Trust and transparency related to the business functions are ensured at all times. There is no case of corruption or the use of bribery related to the facility business and related official documents required by law are not manipulated.
Prevention of Child Labour
ISATL does not allow employment of any child labour and it is applicable for all its clients and associates.
Best Interest of Worker
Recruitment, working hours, wages and benefits are ensured as per applicable labour law. There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour. Harassment, abuse or discrimination are not allowed. ISATL encourages freedom of association and the company has grievance handling procedures in place.
Best Interest of Environment: ISATL recognizes the importance of operating in an environmentally sustainable manner and is committed to protection of the environment by ensuring a high level of environmental performance by minimizing any adverse impact as a result of its activities. ISATL addresses the following for environmental care:
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Environmental policy.
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Environmental improvement plan (reviewed every year).
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Air quality monitoring of outdoor and internal shed for both day and night shifts twice in a year.
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Noise test for outdoor and internal shed for both day and night shifts twice in a year.
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Noise monitoring for inside and outside of the genset room while in operation.
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Stack emission test for genset twice a year.
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Surface and groundwater test.
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Energy reduction plan and monitoring for electricity with a target.
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Reduction plan of other environmental impacts e.g. Paper and Fuel (Diesel) with a target.
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Chemical management procedure including Storage, Handling and Transportation.
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Labeling of chemicals and valid MSDS in local language.
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Waste management procedure including storage, handling and transportation.
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Licensed contractor for waste disposal.
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Oil water separator (OWS).
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Regular waste management and environmental awareness competence training.