Course description
London Maritime Academy presents a specialised 5-day training course for Company Security Officers (CSOs) in the maritime sector. Focused on implementing the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, this course equips participants with the expertise to conduct practical risk assessments and manage security at the shipping company level.
Incorporating established International Maritime Organisation (IMO) practices, the training is designed to deepen the understanding of the duties of shore-based company security officers and ensure compliance with maritime security regulations.
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Outcome / Qualification etc.
Upon completion, participants will be capable of:
- Interpreting and applying SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code for flag states and shipping companies.
- Navigating the certification process for shipping company compliance.
- Identifying and implementing effective maritime security practices.
- Conducting thorough fleet security assessments and compliance planning.
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities under the ISPS code.
Training Course Content
- A full review of ISPS Code – the terrorist threat against ships and ports – other types of illicit activities and threats to security and safety
- SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code - Functional requirements – responsibilities and roles of governments and various actors in shipping companies
- Duties of a CSO
- Piracy threat and recent developments
- Security levels – Shipboard actions
- CSO – methods, tools, personnel, documentation
- SSP – definition, how to conduct
- Explosive Devices (IEDs) and weapons
- CSP – essential elements, rationale, definition, how to conduct
- The IMO Guide to Maritime Security and the ISPS Code
- Recognition of persons likely to pose a security threat
- Security Equipment
- Contingency Planning – security coordinator, searches, crowd management
- Search Plans
- Port Introbel Exercise – Arrival to Risky ports
- Contracting Government Auditing of the CSA & CSP, national oversight, security and compliance
- GISIS modules – Optimal Benefits for Shipping Companies
- The Instruction Techniques and Security Drills onboard.
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London Maritime Academy
London Maritime Academy provides a wide range of maritime training courses tailored to the global industry. Located in London and known for international standards, we offer diverse Classroom and Online courses taught by highly experienced experts in the maritime sector....