This three-day Port Facility Security Officer ISPS course is designed for those personnel due to hold PFSO responsibilities. This role is defined in section A/2.1.8 and section A/17.1 of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
The course can either be delivered at company premises or an agreed alternative location. Upon successful course completion, the delegate will receive a Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) training certificate recognised by the UK Department for Transport.
A 1-page summary of this training course is available for reference at: Port Facility Security Officer ISPS
Port Facility Security Officer ISPS Course
Course Objectives
- To understand the threats and impacts of terrorism on the maritime industry (Ships and Ports), as well as terrorist characteristics, weapons and devices
- To have a sound knowledge of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and amendments to SOLAS
- To understand the UK National Security Programme
- To understand the Port Security Regulations 2009 and EU Legislation
- To become familiar with port security organization, and responsibilities of key security personnel
- To have a sound knowledge of risk management principles
- To know the principles of security and surveillance equipment, maintenance and calibration
- To know the principles of security including access and screening measures
- To have a sound knowledge of the Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA) and the Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP)
- To understand the ports and ship interface
- To have a sound knowledge of the notice of arrivals and the Declaration of Security (DOS) process
- To understand port security preparedness, training drills and exercises
- To know the principles of audit verification, security documentation and records
Course Benefits
- Delegates will acquire the skills needed to conduct comprehensive port security assessments and maintain/develop an effective port facility security plan
- Ability to work closely with company security personnel, Department of Transport and security services, as applicable
- Achieving competency as a Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Delivered in an engaging, interactive style by experts in ISPS security management
- It can be cost effectively delivered at your company premises or other locations worldwide
Course Availability and Fees
Dedicated group courses for corporate clients are available upon request. The associated inclusive corporate fee will be subject to specific company requirements, such as delivery location, number of delegates etc.
For further information or to make a group booking, please telephone +44 (0) 2380 173838 or email: training@azimuthnautical.com
Other ISPS/Security Management Courses
Azimuth also offers the following ISPS/Security Management courses:
Company Security Officer ISPS course
Ship Security Officer ISPS course