MARSEC 1: Is the new security standard for routine maritime operations
and aligns with National DHS levels of Green, Blue and Yellow.
Some security measures are required to be taken to minimize vulnerabilty
to security incidents.
MARSEC 2: Is a heightened threat of security
incident and intelligence indicates that terrrorists are likely
to be active within a specific target or class of targets.
MARSEC 2 aligns with National DHS security level "Orange".
Additional security measures as outlined in Vessel, Facility
and Area Security Plans must be undertaken and regulated facilities
must acknowledge understanding an increased level has been
established to minimize vulnerabilty to security incidents.
MARSEC 3: Is a probable or imminent threat of a security incident.
Aligns with National DHS Security level "Red". Additional
security measures as outlined in Vessel, Facility and Area
Security Plans must be undertaken and regulated facilities
must acknowledge understanding an increased level has been
established to minimize vulnerabilty to security incidents.
MARSEC level 3 will involve significant restriction of maritime
operations that could lead to temporary closure of individual
ports, waterways and facilities in a region or the entire U.S.Security.
