This training course is intended to provide the knowledge required to enable personnel without designated security duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan (SSP) to enhance ship security in accordance with the requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74 as amended, the ISPS Code, and section A-VI/6-1 of the STCW Code, as amended.

Upon completion of the course, trainee will achieve the required standard of competence enabling them to contribute to the enhancement of maritime security through heightened awareness and the ability to recognize security threats and to respond appropriately. The knowledge includes:

• The meaning and the consequential requirements of the different security levels;
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans;
• Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices;
• Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioral patterns of
• Persons who are likely to threaten security; and
• Techniques used to circumvent security measures.

Entry standards

For entry to the course the candidate should present:

• Certificate of Competency or Certificate of Proficiency or educational diplomaor provisional certificate of study (for students);
• Passport or Seaman’s Book or Seafarer’s Identity Document;
• Seafarer’s Medical Certificate

Course duration: 1 day