(Target Audience): This course is intended to provide the knowledge required for seafarers with designated security/duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan (SSP) to perform their duties in accordance with the requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOL AS 74 as amended, the ISPS Code, and section A- VII6 of the STCW Code, as amended.
Objective: Those who successfully complete the course should be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge to undertake the duties assigned under the SSP. this knowledge shall include, but is not limited to
·Knowledge of current security threats an patterns
·Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices:
·Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioural patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security:
·Techniques used to circumvent security measures:
·Crowd management and control techniques:
·Security related communication:
·Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans:
·Operation of security equipment and systems:
·Testing calibration and at-sea maintenance of security equipment and systems:
·Inspection control and monitoring techniques: and
·Methods of physical searches of persons, personal effects baggage, cargo, and ship stores.
Course content:
1.Introduction
2.Maritime Security Policy
3.Security Responsibilities
4.Ship Security Assessment
5.Security Equipment
6.Threat Identification, Recognition & Response
7.Ship Security Actions
8.Emergency Preparedness, Drills & Exercises
9.Security Administration
10.Piracy Awareness - Prior to entering Areas of Risk
