Transportation Operations LINCS Practice Exam

Which entity is responsible for Operation Safe Commerce?

1. U.S. Customs and Border Protection only

2. Transportation Security Administration and Customs

3. Department of Homeland Security

4. Federal Aviation Administration

The correct answer is: Transportation Security Administration and Customs

The entity responsible for Operation Safe Commerce is a collaboration between the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This partnership was established to enhance the security of cargo transportation while facilitating efficient trade. Operation Safe Commerce focuses on implementing strategies that ensure the security of cargo shipments for both imports and exports while maintaining the flow of commerce. This includes developing best practices for securing cargo supply chains and fostering cooperation between the federal government and the private sector. The involvement of both TSA and CBP is crucial because these agencies bring different expertise: TSA specializes in transportation security, while CBP handles customs enforcement and border security. Together, they work to ensure that security measures are not only effective but also practical for the movement of goods across borders. In this context, the role of the Department of Homeland Security is more overarching, as it administers various agencies, including the TSA and CBP, but it is the specific collaboration between TSA and CBP that directly relates to Operation Safe Commerce. Therefore, the accurate choice reflects this collaborative framework rather than attributing the responsibility to individual agencies or departments alone.