Ship Security Officer

On successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of security related regulations and vessel flag requirements
• Carry out ship security assessments and audits of security systems
• Create Ship Security Plans (SSP) and knowledge of all elements of an SSP
• Apply ship and port facility security measures for each security level
• Carry out searches of the vessel, personnel, baggage and stores
• Recognise behavioural patterns of people likely to threaten security
• Detect weapons and explosives
• Use, Test and calibrate security equipment and systems
• Carry out regular security rounds and inspections of the vessel
• Investigate breaches of security

Completion of STCW Basic Training, STCW Security Awareness Course and STCW Seafarers with Designated Security Duties Course

Classroom

Lectures, videos, practical exercises.

STCW Chapter VI, Section A-VI/5 and Table A-VI/5. IMO Model Course 3.19, SOLAS, The ISPS Code.

3 days.

Written exams and practical assessments.

Course certificate upon successful completion leading to STCW certification.

This course is regularly offered by our Maritime Training Centres.

If you are a BSM seafarer, please contact your local Crew Service Centre (CSC) to learn about the next available course dates.

For new seafarers and companies, please click on the ‘Request Information’ button below, fill and submit the online form. One of our team members will contact you as soon as possible.