Run C-TPAT Minimum Security Criteria Self-Assessment — Free

Assessment Scope and Program Governance

Written C-TPAT security procedures are current, approved, and available to staff critical (required)

Verify that documented security procedures exist, are controlled, and reflect current operations.

Yes No N/A

Security responsibilities are assigned to a named owner or team

Confirm accountability for C-TPAT implementation, review, and corrective actions.

Yes No N/A

Last internal security review date

Record the most recent self-assessment or internal review date.

Assessment scope includes all relevant sites and functions critical (required)

Confirm the assessment covers facilities, yards, docks, offices, and outsourced processes within scope.

Yes No N/A

Facility Perimeter and Physical Security

Perimeter fencing, walls, or equivalent barriers are intact and free of unauthorized openings critical (required)

Check for gaps, damage, climb points, or bypass routes around the facility perimeter.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Exterior doors, gates, and windows are secured with functioning locks or equivalent controls critical (required)

Verify that access points close and lock properly and show no signs of tampering.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Lighting provides adequate visibility for entrances, docks, yards, and perimeter areas

Assess whether lighting supports detection of unauthorized activity during normal operating and after-hours conditions.

Cameras cover critical access points and high-risk cargo areas

Verify CCTV or equivalent monitoring coverage for entrances, exits, loading areas, and storage zones.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Security alarms or intrusion detection are functional where installed

Confirm alarm systems are tested, monitored, and documented as operational.

Yes No N/A

Access Control and Visitor Management

Employee access is restricted to authorized areas based on job role critical (required)

Verify role-based access controls are used for offices, production areas, warehouses, and secure storage locations.

Yes No N/A

Badges, keys, cards, or credentials are issued, tracked, and revoked when no longer needed critical (required)

Check that access media are controlled and that lost, stolen, or terminated-user credentials are promptly disabled.

Yes No N/A

Visitor sign-in, identification, and escort procedures are followed critical (required)

Confirm visitors present identification, are logged, and are escorted in restricted areas as required.

Yes No N/A

Contractors and drivers are controlled while on site

Verify temporary personnel and drivers are identified, limited to authorized areas, and supervised where required.

Yes No N/A

Access logs are retained and reviewed for anomalies

Check whether entry logs, badge records, or gate logs are maintained and periodically reviewed for irregular activity.

Yes No N/A

Personnel Screening and Training

Pre-employment screening is performed for applicable roles critical (required)

Verify background screening or equivalent vetting is completed where permitted by law and company policy.

Yes No N/A

Security awareness training is completed for employees with cargo or facility access

Confirm training covers recognizing suspicious activity, reporting concerns, and protecting access credentials.

Yes No N/A

Training records are current and retained

Review whether completion records are available for relevant personnel and within required intervals.

Yes No N/A

Termination or transfer procedures revoke access promptly critical (required)

Check whether badges, keys, system access, and site privileges are removed when employment status changes.

Yes No N/A

Cargo, Inventory, and Transport Security

Cargo is stored in secure areas with controlled access critical (required)

Verify that high-value or sensitive cargo is protected from unauthorized access during storage and staging.

Yes No N/A

Inbound and outbound shipments are reconciled against documentation

Check that counts, seals, and shipment documents are reviewed for discrepancies.

Yes No N/A

Trailer, container, or seal integrity checks are performed when applicable critical (required)

Confirm that seals and transport equipment are inspected for signs of tampering before loading and after receipt.

Yes No N/A

Findings and Corrective Actions

List all deficiencies or non-conformances identified

Capture each issue observed during the self-assessment, including location and affected control.

Corrective actions and target completion dates are assigned

Record the action owner, due date, and remediation plan for each finding.

Inspector signature

Signature of the person completing the self-assessment.

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Run: C-TPAT Minimum Security Criteria Self-Assessment

Assessment Scope and Program Governance

Facility Perimeter and Physical Security

Access Control and Visitor Management

Personnel Screening and Training

Cargo, Inventory, and Transport Security

Findings and Corrective Actions

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