UNIQUE LOGISTICS INTERNATIONAL (ATL) INC.
PRODEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR
C-TPAT

Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. is committed to the US Customs initiative, Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT), for cooperative relationships that strengthen overall supply chain and border security. As such, Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. has instated the following procedures and guidelines to provide the highest level of security within the supply chain.

• Security Program:

1. Facility Security – We are located inside a building that has other forwarders and brokers housed within the same structure. The building has a 24 hour video monitor at the front entrance. The front entrance is open from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday-Friday. An electronic key is required to access the building at any other time. These keys are limited to our management staff for access outside the above hours. Additionally, we have two interior doors from the main building entrance to our offices. The secondary door is required to be closed at all times.
2. Theft Prevention – As outlined in our employee handbook, “Employees are prohibited from attempting to obtain confidential information for which they have not received access authorization. Employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action (including possible discharge) and legal action…” All accounting records are maintained in a stand-alone office with a door lock.
3. Shipping and Receiving Controls – Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. does not have a warehouse sector. We utilized US Customs authorized Bonded Warehouses to receive our cargo and release our cargo. Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. provides the warehouse with a detailed manifest prior to the arrival of the cargo at their facility. The warehouses are required to provide us with OS & D reports on each shipment that arrives at their facility after the cargo has been unloaded and the manifest is checked against the actual shipment.
4. Information Security Controls – Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. has instituted policies whereas the employees are restricted from the use of Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. computers to access, send, or receive unlawful materials; or duplicate illegal use of software. Our database is monitored and maintained by Performance IT, an Atlanta based information technology company, to ensure these policies are met. All computers are password protected and employees are required to shut down their computers prior to leaving the office.
5. Internal Controls – Standard Operating Procedures are in place for all departments. Upon notification of a problem relating to our service, the employee is required to immediately bring it to the attention of his/her supervisor. The supervisor is required to resolve and/or make all attempts to resolve the problem within the time frame allowed by the Government Agency affected; the customer and/or shipper; or the vendor involved in the infraction.

• Personnel Security:

1. Pre-employment Screening & Periodic Background Reviews – All new employees are required to have a background check. Employees hired for the brokerage department are screened in accordance with Title 19 CFR, Part 111.
2. Employee Training on Security Awareness and Procedures – Employees are encouraged to use the Customs Web site, as well as other sites we have established, to continue their educational process regarding Rules, Regulations and Initiative Programs set by the various governments that govern our business. Weekly and monthly meetings are held by the departments to ensure on going training is achieved in all areas of our business realm.
3. Internal Codes of Conduct – Employees are obligated to conduct business within guidelines that prohibit conflicts of interest; are required to maintain confidentiality for all transactions; and are not allow to remove such confidential documents from the premises. Transactions with outside firms are conducted within a framework established and controlled by the executive level.
4. Internal Controls – Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. has adopted a Zero Tolerance Policy prohibiting workplace violence, including acts or threats, harassment and/or coercion. Employees are expected to obey safety rules, exercise caution and report any suspected unsafe conditions or suspicious persons to the supervisor immediately.

• Service Provider Requirements:

1. Written Standards for Service Providers’ Physical Plant Security – These guidelines are contained within our Employee Procedure and Policy Manual and obligate Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. and it’s employees to assure orderly operations and provide the best possible work environment. All employees are expected to follow rules of conduct that will protect and safeguard all the interest and staff of Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC.
2. Quality Controls on Production Process to Ensure System Integrity – Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. must, and does, maintain all systems to inspect and review any and all data recorded in the systems. Back up tapes are created daily and are stored in a secure fire-proof safe.
3. Financial Assessment Process to Determine Service Provider’s Fiscal Soundness and Ability to Deliver Goods and Services Within Contract Parameters – Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. requires transportation vendors to provide us with copies of their insurance policy detailing the limits of liability. Vendors are selected and approved by the executive management after a review of the company’s profile has been completed.
4. Internal Controls for the Selection of Service Providers – Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. holds an annual Carrier Selection meeting where all ULI-ATL offices worldwide are represented by the executive management to review and sign contracts with carriers. Our carriers selected participate in the Carrier Initiative Program (CIP).
5. Profiles of Tier 1 Suppliers Maintained and Available for Review – In accordance with the U.S. Customs Service, the Federal Maritime Service and the International Air Transport Association, Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. conducts business and makes records available within the guidelines of each agency.

As an Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) and an Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI), Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. is reliant on contracted Airlines and Steamship Lines to provide a level of service and security equal to that provided by Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC.

For conveyance security, Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. requires that all facilities receiving goods for consolidation or direct shipment be received in a secure area from point of origin to ultimate destination. This includes aircraft carriers, vessel carriers and land carriers.

Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. maintains access controls though contracts established with each transportation vendor.

Procedural Security is met by requiring our overseas offices to surrender to us, prior to departure of the goods, a detail listing of the manifest. This manifest is also provided to our transportation vendor prior to departure and includes shipper and consignee name and address; piece count; weight; and any marks and numbers on the actual cartons of the cargo.

Manifest procedures include the requirement of our overseas offices and agents to provide us with detail on every shipment destined to the United States under our forwarding control. The manifest must be received by our office prior to the departure of the cargo and must be complete with all the requirements governed by the U.S. Customs Service.

Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. engages in numerous seminars presented by, but not limited to, US Customs, the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America and the International Freight Forwarders and Customs House Brokers Association of Atlanta. The on going training and education to ensure our employees are aware of and have knowledge of various security programs and regulations with regard to international transportation is highly promoted and encourage by Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. upper management and executive staff.

As a Customs Broker, Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. employees at least one license customs broker on our corporate staff. All employees are required to notify the corporate license holder of any suspicious activities or documents. It is the responsibility of executive management to notify US Customs or other law enforcement agency immediately.

Under the provisions of Title 19 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. adheres to the compliance requirements set for the therein. These measures include maintaining confidentiality of our customers and their documents. The information is stored in our database and is checked against each set of documents received prior to submission to U.S. Customs. Each employee is required to confirm the shipper, consignee, notify parties, descriptions, weights, quantity, and units of measure included in the shipment.

All shipments, prior to customs clearance, are checked for accuracy and integrity to ensure legible information is submitted to U.S. Customs. Our final check point for release of cargo is in conjunction with the U.S. Customs ABI and AMS systems.

Shipments moving within our forwarding service are tracked from the point of origin up to final delivery to the ultimate consignee through our Tracking and Tracing Web Service at www.atelogistics.com. This service is made available to all customers and employees.

Unique Logistics International (ATL) LLC. is very excited to be a part of your supply chain security check.