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20/10/2011 - Aviation Security
The Department for Transport has published a consultation document 'Better Regulation for Aviation Security' which proposes a number of changes in the delivery and oversight of aviation security in the UK.
One of the proposals is to introduce a risk-based procedure for overseeing aviation security; as part of this it is proposed to introduce both mandatory and voluntary reporting systems. In the case of the latter, the DfT proposes to extend the scope of the CHIRP Programme to encompass aviation security concerns.
If this proposal is adopted, an independent, confidential reporting process will be established to permit security staff and other individuals to report concerns regarding the effectiveness/application of the procedures. These would be reviewed and, where necessary, addressed using a similar process to that for safety related issues.
The consultation document is published on the Department’s website at: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/dft-2011-21 and comments on the proposals are being sought.
It is important that if you support any of the proposed changes you submit your comments. The deadline for receipt by DfT is 7 November 2011.