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Persons Designated Security Duties (PDSD) Port Facility
This course focuses on mandatory security training requirements under the ISPS Code. It is tailored for employees or contractors of a port facility who are tasked with specific security duties. These duties are essential for maintaining minimum maritime security measures during the facility’s operations. The specific responsibilities of each individual will be outlined in the approved Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP), which is implemented and managed by the Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO).
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Introduction to International Security Framework
- Understand the importance of maritime security.
- Learn about the ISPS code, its purpose and scope.
- Identify common maritime security threats.
Implementation of the Port Facility Security Plan
- Understand the Key Components of a Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP).
- Demonstrate Effective Security Measures and Access Control.
- Respond appropriately to security breaches and incidents.
Recognition of Maritime Security Threats of Port Facilities
- Identify Common Maritime Security Threats.
- Enhance Situational Awareness and Threat Response.
- Recognise Indicators of Suspicious Activities.
Recognition and Detection of Weapons, Dangerous Substances and Devices
- Identify Different Types of Weapons, Hazardous Materials, and Explosive Devices.
- Understand the key indicators that may signal the presence of weapons or dangerous substances.
- Learn to identify suspicious behaviours or activities that could indicate a threat.
- Familiarise yourself with the tools and technologies used for detection and screening.
Inspection, Access Controls and Monitoring Activities including Response Actions
- Conduct Thorough Inspections and Monitoring Activities.
- Respond to Security Breaches and Unauthorised Access.
Circumventing Security Techniques
- Identify Common Methods Used to Bypass Security Measures.
- Recognise Indicators of Security Evasion Attempts.
- Strengthen Security Measures to Prevent Circumvention.
ISPS Code: Training Drills and Exercises in Port Facilities
- Understand the Importance of Training and Drills Under the ISPS Code.
- Evaluate and Improve Security Readiness.
- Implement Effective Security Drills.
Further Information
Price
Online: £210 + VAT.
Distance Learning: £300 + VAT.
Delivery Method
Online: The interactive training modules can be accessed and completed at a time of an individual’s choosing. Once purchased you will be issued login credentials for our online learning management platform.
Distance Learning: One day of instruction via video conferencing with our qualified instructors.
Duration
Online: 3-4 hours
Distance Learning: 6 hours.
For port facility security personnel assigned specific security duties operating under the approved Port Facility Security Plan being implemented within the port facility.
A Port Facility Person Designated Security Duties means a security guard assigned security duties within the port facility as a person responsible for certain assigned security duties under the implementation measures and procedures specified within the approved Port Facility Security Plan managed under the Port Facility Security Officer.
As well as anyone involved in risk management or in establishing maritime security measures for ship and port operations.
Ensure course participants are familiar with the duties and responsibilities of a Port Facility Person Designated Security Duties (PDSD) security guard as directed by the Port Facility Security Officer implementing the Port Facility Security Plan in accordance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. And assist in implementing such plan in the port facility.
This course ensures that personnel are trained in accordance with IMO guidelines, including the guidance provided in MSC.1/Circ.1341 (Guidelines on Security-Related Training and Familiarisation for Port Facility Personnel)
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