| Department of Homeland Security CFATS Update The Department of Homeland Security has revised the Chemical-terrorism Vulnerability (CVI) Information Procedures Manual and the CVI Authorized User Training. Individuals in the private and public sectors impacted by CFATS as well as currently CVI Authorized Users are encouraged to review the changes and complete the updated training at their earliest convenience. The following DHS link will take you to the updated training section. For more information, questions, or assistance in meeting this important regulatory requirement, please contact us now. |
Chemical Facilty Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)
Assessments - Expertise - Solutions
Covenant's chemical security expertise is uniquely positioned to maximize client efficiency in CFATS compliance through effective preparation implementation and sustainment.
THE IMPACT of CFATS
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security implementation of comprehensive chemical security regulatory regime under the CFATS Interim Final Rule (6 CFR Part 27) impacts sites containing chemicals at or above the Screening Threshold Quantities (STQs) of Chemicals of Interest (COI) listed in CFATS Appendix A.
High Risk chemical facilities are required to comply with multi-step, specialized reporting regime known as Chemical Security Assessment Tools (CSATs). Additional requirements include effective application of Risk-Based Performance Standards for security in accordance with a specialized Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA) and with performance metrics delineated in a specialized Site Security Plan (SSP).
CFATS covered sites are subject to detailed inspection and audit regime as well as recurrent reporting requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTIONS
Covenant provides comprehensive solutions in a cost effective manner
Preparation - Expert Consultation in: - CVI Information Management Compliance - CSAT registration - CFATS focused Records Management - CFATS Coverage Mitigation & Inter-Regulatory Impact Analysis. |
Implementation - Expert Consultation in: - Chemical site initial screening questionnaire (Top-Screen) - CSAT SVA Submission - CSAT Site Security Plans (SSP) - Alternative Security Plans (ASP) - Site Specific RBPS Alternatives Analysis - Preparation for Inspections - Expert Consultation during DHS Inspections, Technical Assistance in Appeal Proceedings |
Sustainment - Expert Consultation in: - CFATS Training, CFATS Compliance for New Construction/Major Site Renovation Projects, Recurrent & Event Driven Sustained CSAT Reporting Compliance, Effective State/Local Emergency Mgt Coordination - CFATS Focused Emergency Preparedness Planning & Exercise Consultation, Sustained CSAT Reporting Compliance, CFATS Prepared Guards and K-9 Services - Client Specific CFATS Related Services on Demand. |
CFATS CONSULTANCY LEADERSHIP
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Joe Trindal
Director
Mr. Joe Trindal is responsible for operations and quality assurance as the Director of CSI’s Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) division.
Prior to Covenant Security, Mr. Trindal was the Special Agent in Charge of the Inspections & Enforcement Branch, Infrastructure Security Compliance Division, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As the Branch Chief, he was instrumental in standing up the Office of Infrastructure Protection’s Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) regulatory regime. With the creation of DHS, Mr. Trindal served as the National Capital Region Director for the Federal Protective Service commanding a law enforcement/protective security organization of nearly 400 full time employees and 5,700 contract security guards responsible for protecting nearly 750 federal facilities and about 300,000 federal employees and contractors.
For 20 years, Mr. Trindal served with distinction in the U.S. Marshals Service attaining the positions of Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal and Incident Commander for the Emergency Response Team. Mr. Trindal has led a number of high profile protective and fugitive operations as well as serving as federal law enforcement liaison to USAF Strategic Air Command for nuclear weapons security.
Mr. Trindal holds undergraduate degrees in Police Science and Criminal Justice as well as nearing completion of master’s degree requirements in Public Administration. Mr. Trindal is also a distinguished veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.
