Ship Security Officer (SSO) (ISPS Course Part – 3)

Duration : 5 Days

Ship Security Officer (SSO) (ISPS Course Part – 3)

Program Overview

To equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills and attitude required to successfully undertake the duties and responsibilities of Ship Security Officer (SSO) and in in particular the duties and responsibilities with respect to the security of a ship, for implementing and maintaining a Ship Security Plan and for liaising with the Company Security Officer (CSO) and with Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs), 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/2.1.6 (and section A/12), and as amended in section A-VI/5 of the STCW Code.

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

  • Those appointed to be the Ship Security Officer

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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