INTRODUCTION
London Maritime Academy offers a comprehensive 5-day Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) Training course, perfectly aligned with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
This course is designed to provide participants with deep insights and practical skills necessary for the adequate security management of port facilities. Drawing upon the latest International Maritime Organization (IMO) practices, the curriculum is based on the standards of the IMO PFSO Model Course (2015 edition), the Guide to Maritime Security and the ISPS Code.
By combining theoretical lessons, practical exercises, and role-playing, attendees will develop proficiency in maritime security and port facility operations.
OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion, participants will fulfil the ISPS A/17.2 & 18.1, B/18.1/18.2/18.3 training requirements, empowering them to undertake PFSO Trainer duties for port facilities. Key competencies include:
Interpreting SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and ISPS Code requirements for port facilities.
Understanding the certification process for obtaining the Statement of Compliance of a Port Facility.
Identifying maritime security measures and practices in port operations and port/ship interfaces.
Conducting port facility security assessments and planning for compliance.
Understanding responsibilities under the ISPS code for various personnel and authorities.
Planned and conducted ISPS Code-compliant training for port facility security operations.
Utilizing self-assessment questionnaire checklists from IMO MSC Circular 1192 for internal audits and verifying the effectiveness of port facility security plans.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
This course is ideal for professionals in maritime security, including:
Port Captains & Managers
Terminal Operators
Port Facility Security Officers
Maritime Risk Assessors
Master Mariners
COURSE OUTLINE
Day 1
Genesis of ISPS Code the terrorist threat against ships and ports other types of illicit activities and threats to security and safety
London diplomatic conference SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code - Functional requirements responsibilities and roles of governments and various actors in ports
Day 2
Duties of a PFSO
Piracy threat and recent developments
Security levels
Day 3
PFSA methods, tools, personnel, documentation
PFSS definition, how to conduct
Explosive Devices (IEDs) and weapons
PFSP essential elements, rationale, definition, how to conduct
Day 4
The IMO Guide to Maritime Security and the ISPS Code
Recognition of persons likely to pose a security threat
Security Equipment
Contingency Planning security coordinator, searches, crowd management
Search Plans
Day 5
Port Introbel Exercise
Contracting Government Auditing of the PFSA & PFSP, national oversight, security and compliance
GISIS modules
The Instruction Techniques and Drills & Exercises
IN-HOUSE TRAINING
LMA Training is capable of conducting this training programme exclusively for your delegates. Please e-mail us on admin@lmitac.com for further information and/or to receive a comprehensive proposal.
DOCUMENTATION
High-Quality material has been prepared by the LMAteam for distribution to delegates. In addition, a special note pad to facilitate note-taking will be provided.
CERTIFICATES
Accredited Certificate of completion will be issued to those who attend & successfully complete the programme.
SCHEDULE
Our Course timings commence at 09:00AM12:45PM and 01:00PM - 05:00PM.
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Please complete the registration form on the course page & return it to us indicating your preferred mode of payment. For Further Information, please get in touch with us.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Delegates have 14 days from the date of booking to cancel and receive a full refund or transfer to another date free of charge. If less than 14 days notice is given then we will be unable to refund or cancel the booking unless on medical grounds. For more details about the Cancellation and Refund policy, please visit www.lmitac.com/terms-and-conditions/
TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT
We are committed to picking up and dropping off the participants from the airport to the hotel and back.
CONTACT INFO
LONDON
London - Oxford Street 25 N Row, London W1K 6DJ
+44 (0) 20 36 916 970
Info@lmitac.com
DUBAI
Business Bay, ParkLane Tower, Offices 718 - 719
+971 43880094
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