Company Security Officer (CSO) (ISPS Course Part – 2)

Duration : 5 Days

Company Security Officer (CSO) (ISPS Course Part – 2)

Program Overview

To equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills and attitude required to successfully undertake the duties and responsibilities of Company Security Officer (CSO), according to the requirements of the relevant international legislation as defined by the SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) Convention and the International Ship, Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code in section as defined in section A/2.1.7 (and section A/11), and in accordance with 3.20 of the IMO Model Course.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Assume the responsibilities and perform the duties of the CSO
  • Develop, maintain and supervise the implementation of a Ship Security Plan
  • Ensure proper operation of security equipment and systems.
  • Assess security risk, threat, and vulnerability.
  • Ensure Appropriate security measures are implemented and maintained
  • Encourage and Enhance security awareness and vigilance of the of company staff (ship and shore)

Course Topics

  • Introduction to the course
  • Maritime security policies
  • Security responsibilities
  • Ship security assessment
  • Security equipment
  • Ship security plan
  • Threat identifications, recognition & response
  • Ship security actions
  • Emergency preparedness, drills and exercises
  • Security administration
  • Security training

Target Audience

  • Shipping Company Personnel, especially persons designated to act as Company Security Officers or their deputies, but also other shore based staff having specific security duties

Pre-course Qualifications

Basic understanding of Solas Ch XI – 2, ISM, MLC and STCW is needed. Participants aiming for a certificate of proficiency as ship security officer shall have approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months or appropriate seagoing service and knowledge of ship operations (STCW 78, as amended, Reg. VI/5).

Delivery

  • Lecture
  • Presentation
  • Exercises

Examination & Passing Criteria

The participant would need to sit for a final examination towards the end of the training program and secure a minimum of 80% in order to pass

Certificate Awarded

The certificate will be issued by GAA and is accepted by Bahrain’s Ports and Maritime Affairs Directorate

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