Ventura Transfer Company (VTC), Long Beach CA, has announced its security against terrorism plan (STAT). The plan requires:
•All terminals to be locked and secured during non-business hours.
•Drivers with loaded trailers that are stopped in transit or held overnight to ensure that outlets are cable sealed (not tin sealed).
•All tractors to be double-checked to ensure that they are securely locked before a terminal is closed for the night.
•Drivers to maintain regular two-way communication and ensure tracing capability.
•Drivers to be trained to report any suspicious activities to the local police, and to disclose information only to individuals with proper clearance.
•Drivers to always cable seal all tankcars when not being uploaded and to document all information.