Background:
The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) is a comprehensive set of measures to enhance the security of ships and port facilities, developed in response to the perceived threats to ships and port facilities.

The ISPS Code is implemented through chapter XI-2 Special measures to enhance maritime security in the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). The Code has two parts, one mandatory and one recommendatory.

Each Ship Management Company shall designate a Company Security Officer (CSO). The CSO course, is mandatory training for those undertaking the duties of a company security officer for all commercial vessels, fishing vessels and ‘super yachts’. The course will cover the reasons for development of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS) and its continued use; relevant international conventions, codes and recommendations relating to ship and port facility security.

Course Objectives:

• This course aims to provide knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Company Security Officer (CSO).
• Knowledge of the ISPS Code 2003 Regulations;
• Fulfil the documentation requirements;
• Maintain an effective safety and security system for operations;
• Ability to undertake the duties and responsibilities of Company Security Officer.

Benefits of Attending:

• This training provides a rapid and comprehensive programme that enables shipping companies to meet the requirements of the ISPS Code with security onboard their ships.
• Organize and ensure that ship security assessments are carried out and the findings used in the ship security plan development.
• ensure the development, submission for approval and, thereafter, the implementation and maintenance of the ship security plan.
• enhance security awareness and vigilance while ensuring security communication and co-operation between the ship's crew, company personnel and contracting governments
• Undertake internal audits and review security activities.

Who should attend?
Personnel involved in security matters coming from shipping companies (Designated Person (ashore), Company Security Officer, Quality Manager, Operation Manager, nautical- and technical Superintendent and Officer, Internal Auditor, Master, Ship Security Officer) and Maritime Administrations/Agencies, ship chartering, insurance and security companies.

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