COURSE OBJECTIVES

• Maintain the conditions set out in a ship security plan: Understanding and implementing the specific security measures and procedures detailed in the SSP relevant to their assigned duties.
• Recognize security risks and threats: Developing the ability to identify potential security breaches, threats, and suspicious activities on board and in the port environment. This includes understanding current security threats and patterns.
• Undertake regular security inspections of the ship: Conducting thorough inspections of designated areas to ensure security measures are in place and functioning correctly.
• Properly use security equipment and systems: Gaining proficiency in the operation, testing, calibration, and at-sea maintenance of any security equipment and systems the seafarer is responsible for.
• Implement security procedures: Understanding and following established procedures for controlling access to the ship, handling cargo and stores, and managing restricted areas.
• Respond to security incidents: Knowing how to react appropriately in the event of a security threat or breach, following emergency procedures and contingency plans.
• Contribute to security-related communications: Understanding and effectively communicating security-related information according to established protocols.
• Recognize techniques used to circumvent security measures: Being aware of methods that could be used to bypass security procedures and equipment.
• Understand methods of physical searches: Comprehending the techniques for conducting physical searches of persons, personal effects, baggage, cargo, and ship stores.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES :

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

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
  • Relevant international and national maritime security regulations and conventions (e.g., SOLAS Chapter XI-2, ISPS Code, STCW Code Section A-VI/6).
  • The meaning and implications of different security levels.
  • The Ship Security Plan and their specific duties and responsibilities within it.
  • Potential security threats and vulnerabilities to ships and ports.
  • Methods for recognizing and detecting weapons, dangerous substances, and devices.
  • Characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security.
  • Techniques used to circumvent security 1 measures.  
  • Emergency procedures and contingency plans related to security incidents.
  • Security-related communication protocols.
  • The operation, testing, and maintenance of onboard security equipment and systems.
  • Methods for conducting security inspections and physical searches.
• Perform assigned security duties and responsibilities effectively, including:
  • Maintaining security in accordance with the SSP.
  • Conducting security inspections and reporting findings.
  • Operating and maintaining security equipment.
  • Controlling access to the ship and restricted areas.
  • Monitoring the ship and its surroundings for security threats.
  • Responding to security incidents according to established procedures.
  • Communicating security-related information effectively.