Published: May 9th, 2008 02:13 AM
Last Modified: May 9th, 2008 02:13 AM
ANCHORAGE -- The Homeland Security Department says maritime workers at the Port of Anchorage have started signing up for an ID program aimed at tightening security there.
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Officials say the program is supposed to ensure that anyone with unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities and vessels has received a thorough background check.
Nationwide, more than 1.2 million workers are slated to apply to the program.
The Port of Anchorage is the 104th port to begin enrollment.
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