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Reporting Procedures for Security Incident

AB-2500-4-20

2005.11.30

TO:  All Aerodrome Operators and Air Carriers

SUBJECT:  REPORTING PROCEDURES FOR SECURITY INCIDENTS

In the event of an aviation security incident, timely reporting ensures the exchange of critical information between the affected parties and facilitates the deployment of response resources.

Sections 64 and 65 of the Canadian Aviation Security Regulations (CASR) requires Aerodrome Operators and Air Carriers to immediately report* aviation security incidents. An "aviation security incident"is defined as an actual, attempted, threatened or suspected unlawful act, which would result in interference, a breach or malfunction of the civil aviation security system. Such incidents include but are not limited to: hijackings, attempted hijackings, explosions, the discovery of weapons, explosive substances or incendiary devices and specific threats against the aerodromes or air carriers.

To assist the aviation industry in reporting security incidents in accordance with the CASR’s, an agreement has been formalised within the department between Security Operations and Civil Aviation Contingency Operations, (CACO). This agreement utilises the standardised reporting procedures attached to this letter as Appendix "A" (for Aerodrome Operators), "B" (for Air Carriers) and "C" Aerodrome Operator, Air Carrier form for written reports. CACO, to which reports will be directed under these procedures, offers twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) days a week service and can receive reports by telephone, facsimile or Internet.

These reporting procedures provide the aviation industry with a centralised, continuously available "one stop shopping" process to enhance the effectiveness of security reporting. This means of reporting offers some latitude to users and meets the regulatory requirements under the CASR. We strongly encourage all Aerodrome Operators and Air Carriers to take advantage of this reporting method.

I remain available to discuss these procedures or any other aviation security issues.

Jean Barrette
Director, Security Operations

*  It is understood that Emergency Responders such as Police, Fire and Ambulance Services will have to be notified before CACO. CACO, however, must be contacted immediately after.

Date modified:

2010-06-22

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