IMSA www.imsaltd.com (Tel: 01202 649874) have introduced the SSO (plus+) to our portfolio of ISPS code training.
Ship Security Officer (plus+)
SSO (plus+) Course
Introduction
The '+' of the SSO (plus+) course consists of additional modules which have been introduced into IMSA Ltd's standard certificated ISPS Code SSO Course. The modules are designed to provide additional information on merchant ships and the shipping industry, to delegates whose experience of either is slight. They also bring some informed, professional insight on the 'Threat-of-the-Day' – Piracy.
Whilst delegates will still receive the MCA approved SSO certificate the aim is to give delegates more of an overview of the marsec industry in general with an emphasis on anti piracy.
We have taken the line that we can achieve in the standard 3 days of the SSO course (21 hrs of training to the IMO model course criteria) with extra modules and later finishes what some companies do with an extra days “anti piracy” training (4 days) at extra cost to the delegate plus an extra night’s accommodation costs.
Delegates will come away from the course better prepared to gain employment in the marsec/anti piracy industry.
It’s not just about boots on the bridge and hardening the vessel. We cover the street cred required to gain you that valuable confidence of the Master, crew or the OIM! Like it or not the industry does have Best Management Practice (BMP) and a Security Code of Practice and understanding how the Industry operates is critical to the interaction with the client you are protecting.
Course Aim
The aim of this training programme is to provide a Ship's Officer or Maritime Security Operator with the knowledge and skills to carry out his/her duties as a designated Ship Security Officer or a Maritime Security Operator in accordance with the International Ship and Port Facility Code. In particular, he or she will be able to:
- To monitor, optimise and manage Ship’s security systems and processes
- To motivate and train the crew to perform security duties
- Implementation and maintenance of a Ship Security Plan
Additionally, the delegate will receive additional modules that will enable them to have a better understanding of the Maritime Security sector and their role in it.
Who Should Attend?
Ship’s officers who have been, or are likely to be, appointed as Ship Security
Officers under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, former armed forces personnel, Maritime Security Consultants who will need this knowledge as a requirement of their position. Also those with a Maritime background looking to work in Ship/Offshore Security.
Course Content
- The threats facing the maritime industry
- What is security?
- Understanding the ISPS Code and the changes to SOLAS
- Security Levels - coordination with port facilities and the company fleet.
- Arranging Ship Security Assessments & Plans including managing Ship Security
- Surveys
- Monitoring the performance of Ship Security Officers and security activities
- Monitoring fleet security training programmes and drills
- Countering piracy and hostage-taking on ships
- Countering and dealing with stowaways
- Understanding, specifying and purchasing security equipment
- Countering the threat of smuggling
- Handling and protection of security information
- Firearms and their use onboard ships and in ports (Flag State, Port State and Coastal State requirements with respect to weapons)
- Ensuring compliance with the ISPS Code
- Maritime Qualifications and Industry Jargon
- Tax implications for the Operator
- Counter piracy procedures
- Industry best practice (BMP)
- Self Protection Measures
- Managing incidents and reporting to clients
- International law applicable to the sea
- Industry guidelines for the use of Private Maritime Security Contractors (PMSC) as additional protection in waters affected by Somali piracy. And how it affects Privately
- Contracted Armed/Unarmed Security Personnel (PCASP/PCUSP)
Training is validated with an end of course exam. Successful eligible delegates will be awarded an MCA internationally approved SSO certificate.
Included In The Course:
- Full course materials
- Copy of presentations on CD-Rom
- Internationally recognised certificate
- ISPS Code Book
- Lunch and refreshments
Course Duration: 3 days (Tue/Wed/Thurs)
Cost: £395 + VAT
HOW TO BOOK THE COURSE OR CONTACT US:
Independent Maritime Security Associates Ltd (IMSA Ltd) only use highly experienced time served ISPS trainers to conduct SSO (plus+) courses. IMSA Ltd runs its courses locally and if required, at any location worldwide. Please contact IMSA Ltd via email at info@imsaltd.com or call 01202 649874 to discuss your ISPS Code training requirements.
Delegates will gain valuable insight into anti piracy from seasoned trainers who have operated across the maritime security spectrum.
As a networking opportunity, on the middle night of the course we adjourn to a local hostelry where we sink a few pints, tell a few dits and get down to the nitty gritty of who is doing what in the industry, who is recruiting and their contact details.
We have recently introduced a 30 minute presentation during the course into the tax implications for security operators delivered by the well respected tax advisors to the guys on the circuit, Whittaker and Co.
Reserve your Course attendance: purchase your place via the Shopping Cart below. IMSA will then contact you directly to discuss joining instructions on the most convenient course.