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Company Security Officer

Enrolment on payment

AIMS:

This model course aims to provide knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Company Security Officer (CSO), as defined in paragraph 2.1.7 (and paragraph11) of the ISPS Code, Part A, and in particular the duties and responsibilities with respect to the security of a ship, for ensuring the development (or for developing) of a ship security assessment, for ensuring the development (or for developing), implementation, maintenance and updating of a ship security plan and for liaising with Ship Security Officers (So​ps) and with Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs).

OBJECTIVES:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Assess and advise on potential security threats using risk assessments and relevant intelligence.
  • Ensure ship security assessments are conducted effectively.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain ship security plans in compliance with the ISPS Code.
  • Modify security plans to address deficiencies and meet evolving security requirements.
  • Arrange internal audits, security reviews, and compliance verifications.
  • Address and rectify non-conformities identified during security inspections and audits.
  • Enhance security awareness and vigilance among ship personnel.
  • Provide adequate security training for shipboard personnel.
  • Facilitate effective communication between the Ship Security Officer (SSO) and Port Facility Security Officers (PFSO).
  • Ensure alignment between security and safety requirements.
  • Maintain consistency in security plans for fleet or sister ships while ensuring ship-specific accuracy.
  • Implement and uphold approved alternative security arrangements for ships or fleets.

COURSE CONTENT:

  1. Introduction
  2. Maritime Security Policies
  3. Security Responsibilities
  4. Ship Security Assessment and On-Site Inspections
  5. Protective Equipment
  6. Ship Security Plan
  7. Identification of the Threat
  8. Ship Security Actions
  9. Preparation for Security Emergencies, Practical Exercises
  10. Security Management
  11. Security Training

Course Duration: 6 Hours
Skill Level: Intermediate
Modules: 11

Payment Enrolment

Cost: GBP 175.00