Course Details

Objective

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose, scope, and application of the ISPS Code.
• Learn the roles and responsibilities of ship and port facility personnel under the ISPS Code.
• Understand the process of conducting security assessments and developing security plans.
• Gain knowledge of maritime security threats and how to mitigate them.
• Learn how to effectively respond to security breaches or incidents in the maritime environment.

Content

COURSE PROGRAM:

Day 1: Introduction to ISPS Code

• Overview of the ISPS Code and its importance in global maritime security
• Objectives and scope of the ISPS Code
• Roles and responsibilities of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), flag states, and port authorities
• Basic security concepts and maritime security threats

Day 2: Security Administration and Management

• Structure and application of the ISPS Code
• Responsibilities of the ship and port facility security officers (SSO/PFSO)
• Security responsibilities for ship owners, operators, and port facility operators
• Risk management and security risk assessment procedures

Day 3: Security Measures and Plans

• Development and implementation of ship and port facility security plans
• Conducting security assessments for ships and port facilities
• Security levels and appropriate security measures
• Surveillance, access control, and monitoring procedures

Day 4: Security Equipment and Procedures

• Use of security equipment in ships and port facilities
• Procedures for responding to security incidents, threats, or breaches
• Coordination between ships, port facilities, and authorities in case of security emergencies
• Security drills and exercises for preparedness

Day 5: Compliance, Audits, and Continuous Improvement

• Verifying and ensuring compliance with the ISPS Code
• Conducting internal audits and inspections
• Reporting and documenting security incidents and breaches
• Continuous improvement strategies in maritime security management

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

Case Studies, Group Exercises, Group Discussions, Last Day reviews, and assessments will be carried out.

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Methodology

A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. You will also be encouraged to raise your own questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your own analysis and experiences.  Tests of multiple-choice type will be made available on daily basis to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.

Very useful Course Materials will be given.

• 30% Lectures
• 30% Workshops and work presentation
• 20% Group Work& Practical Exercises
• 20% Videos& General Discussions