Security Awareness with Designated Duties

This is an 8 hour course and fulfills the STCW code for the requirement for a Vessel Security for Personnel with Security Duties (VSPSD). Also See: ISPS Security Officer Course

Course Length:

• 1 (one) – 8 hours (One Day)

– OR –

• 2 (two) – 4 hours (Evening Class) (4:30pm to 8:30pm)

Classroom:

• 12 Students (max)

This Course Covers The Following:

• Knowledge of current security threats and patterns
• Requirements of the different MARSEC Levels
• Techniques used to circumvent security measures
• MARSEC Levels
• Recognition and detection of dangerous substances and devices
• Recognition of characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security
• Crowd management and control techniques
• Security-related communications
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans
• Operation of security equipment and systems
• Testing, calibration, and maintenance of security equipment and systems, both ashore and at sea
• Inspection, control, and monitoring techniques
• Methods of physical screening of persons, personal effects, baggage, cargo, and vessel stores