VTA hosting free workshop on MSIC introduction

<p>The Victorian Transport Association advises that places for a free workshop on the Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) regime are filling up fast.</p> <p>The free workshop is scheduled for next Tuesday (June 27) from 1400 hrs to 1630 hrs at the Albert by the Lake Restaurant (in Bob Jane Stadium). Aughtie Drive, Albert Park.</p> <p>Everyone who needs to work unmonitored or unescorted in a maritime security zone &#8211 which includes many port terminal operations &#8211 will require MSICs. This includes truck and train drivers.</p> <p>The Federal Office of Transport Security will discuss the MSIC legal regime, and the authorised issuing bodies in Victoria &#8211 1-Stop Connections and the Port of Melbourne Corporation &#8211 will talk about the practical application process.</p> <p>Issues to be covered will include:</p> <p>&#8226 What is an MSIC, who needs it and by when? </p> <p>&#8226 The need to apply now in preparation for implementation</p> <p>&#8226 Who must pay? Including the negotiated amendments to the Transport Workers Award 1998 in relation to payment and recovery of costs </p> <p>&#8226 MSIC background checking &#8211 what criminal convictions apply? </p> <p>&#8226 How to apply for an MSIC and </p> <p>+ What is the difference between an MSIC and port facility access control? </p> <p>In preparation for the workshop, you can also view information about MSIC via the website of the Department of Transport &#38 Regional Services at:</p> <p>http:&#47&#47www.dotars.gov.au&#47transport&#47security&#47maritime&#47msic.aspx</p> <p>Registration is essential, so if you haven’t already registered, contact the VTA for further details (telephone 03 9646 8590 or email reception@vta.com.au</p> <br />