Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951)RegulationsMerchant Shipping (Maritime Security) Regulations, 2004Part 2 : Maritime Security Levels and Security DirectionsDivision 3 - Security directions30. Requirement for consultation |
(1) | Before giving a security direction, the Director-General must consult Nicoc. |
(2) | If it is reasonable and practicable to do so, the Director-General must also consult the following about giving a security direction that relates to the movement of ships within, or in or out of, a security regulated port: |
(a) | maritime industry participants who will be affected by the direction; |
(b) | organs of state whose operations in the port will be affected by the direction; |
(c) | persons, other than those mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b), who need to implement, or comply with, the direction. |