Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) Training course brochure

Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) Training course brochure

Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) A three day course aimed at those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO), as defined in section A/2.1.8 and section A/17.1 of the International Ship and Port Facility Security ISPS Code. Course Price: Please contact us to discuss your requirements Course Objectives: To understand the threats and impacts of terrorism on the maritime industry (Ships and Ports). As well as terrorist characteristics, weapons and devices. To have a sound knowledge of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and amendments to SOLAS. To understand the UK National Security Programme. To understand the Port Security Regulations 2009 and EU Legislation. To become familiar with port security organization, and responsibilities of key security personnel. To have a sound knowledge of risk management principles. To know the principles of security and surveillance equipment, maintenance and calibration. To know the principles of security including access and screening measures. To have a sound knowledge of the Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA) and the Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP). To understand the Ports and ship interface. To have a sound knowledge of the notice of arrivals and the Declaration of Security (DOS) process. To understand port security preparedness, training drills and exercises. To know the principles of audit verification, security documentation and records. Course Approvals: This course is recognized by the UK Department for Transport (DfT) meeting the Maritime and Land Transport Security Division (MLTS) requirements necessary to undertake the role as Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO). 2 Website: www.regs4ships.com Telephone: +44 (0)23 8098 8631

What are the benefits of this course: Acquiring the skills needed to conduct comprehensive port security assessments, ensuring development, implementation, continued improvement and maintenance of an effective port facility security plan. Liaison and coordination with shipping company security personnel, facility security staff, contracting government administrations and security services as applicable. Satisfying the UK Department of Transport (DfT), Maritime and Land Transport Security Division (MLTS) requirements in order to become a competent Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO). Candidate Prerequisite: Identification card or passport 1 year working experience in a Maritime Port Facility Candidates attending the course should be fluent in English Course Trainer - Mike Symons: This training course has been developed and is delivered by Mike Symons, Regs4ships Security and Ship Management Specialist, with extensive experience as a marine expert in commercial international ship management and security, policy and practices. With specialist UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience in anti-piracy, ship and port security operations, and UK National Security Programme approved security clearance to counter terrorist check level. As an established Company Security Officer, recognised training instructor and advisor for Warsash Maritime Academy in Southampton (UK) delivering International Ship Management (ISM) and Security (ISPS) related training courses, approved by the (UK) government administration. Assists customers, government administrations with compliance, governance, regulatory guidance and advice. An active participant with industry key stakeholders since 2008 regarding anti-piracy and best management practices for the suppression of anti-piracy and armed robbery against the commercial maritime sector. And speaker at anti-piracy conferences looking at worldwide armed robbery and piracy trend analysis, as a result of combined intelligence and experience gathered with key industry groups. Email: contact@regs4ships.com Website: www.regs4ships.com 3

Course Timetable Day 1: The course timetable details the layout of the day and the topics covered. However if you require a more bespoke training programme on this topic please do not hesitate to contact us. Time Topic What is Covered 08.30 08.45 08.45 09.00 Registration. Course Aims and Objectives Introductions, Training Venue: OH&S Regulations and Requirements. 09.00-10:15 13.15-15:00 15:15-16:45 Introduction to Security and the Current Threat Security Responsibilities Risk Management and Assessment Principles Introduction to the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. Introduction to terrorism and the impact on ports and shipping. Security threats and patterns. 10:15-10:30 Break International Conventions, Codes, Legislation and Regulations. 10.45-12:30 Maritime Security Policy Transport Security in the United Kingdom Security organisations and agencies National Maritime Security Programme (UK Guide) Port Security Regulations 2009 Handling sensitive information and security related communications. 12:30-13:15 Lunch 15:00-15:15 Break Contracting Governments (Flag and Port Administrations). Ship Owners, Managers and Operators. The Company Security Officer (CSO). Ships Masters and Ship Security Officer (SSO). Ships personnel with specific security duties. The Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO). Port facility personnel with specific security duties. Other security personnel. Risk assessment methodology and ISO 31000 principles. Risk assessment tools and checklists. Security assessment the basics. IT and Cyber security. 16:45-17:00 Reflections and evening reading and preparations for Day 2 4 Website: www.regs4ships.com Telephone: +44 (0)23 8098 8631

Course Timetable Day 2: The course timetable details the layout of the day and the topics covered. However if you require a more bespoke training programme on this topic please do not hesitate to contact us. Time Topic What is Covered 08.30 08.45 08.45 09.00 Registration. Reflections from Day 1 09.00-10:30 10.45-12:30 13.15-15:00 The Port Facility Security Assessment and Plan 10:30-10:45 Break The Port Facility Security Assessment and Plan 12:30-13:15 Lunch Threat Identification, Recognition and Response 15:00-15:15 Break Security equipment and systems. Operational limitations of security equipment and systems. Circumnavigation of security measures. Testing, calibration and maintenance of security equipment and systems. Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA). Contents of the Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP). Development and implementation of the Port Facility Security Plan. Approval of the Port Facility Security Plan. Port Security Instructions and confidentiality issues. Restricted Areas, Cargo, Fr eight, Stores and Baggage Controls. Maintenance and modification of the plan. Recognition on a non-discriminatory basis, of persons posing potential security risks. Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices. Methods of physical searches and non-intrusive Inspections. Implementing and co-ordinating searches. 15:15-16:45 Security Management Port security committees. Communications. Ship and port Interfacing. 16.45-17.00 Reflections and evening reading and preparations for Day 3 Email: contact@regs4ships.com Website: www.regs4ships.com 5

Course Timetable Day 3: The course timetable details the layout of the day and the topics covered. However if you require a more bespoke training programme on this topic please do not hesitate to contact us. Time Topic What is Covered 08.30 08.45 08.45 09.00 Registration. Reflections from Day 2 9:00-10:30 10.45-12:30 13:15-14:00 Security Management (Continued) 10:30-10:45 Break Emergency Preparedness, Drills and Exercises 12:30-13:15 Lunch Security Administration Maintaining security of the Port. Inspections and audits. Actions required by different security levels. Security duties of port facility personnel. Pre-Arrival Notification Procedure. The Declaration of Security (DOS). Techniques used to circumvent security measures. Private security services and working with the authorities Contingency plans and response to maritime security alerts and incidents Security drills and exercises. Assessment evaluation of security drills and exercises. Documentation records and controls. Reporting security incidents. Security committees, monitoring controls and reviews. Security audits, inspections, including reporting and managing of non-conformities and corrective actions. Security Training Training requirements. 14:00-14:45 Instructional techniques. Crowd management, control techniques, and dealing with the media. 14:45-15:00 Break 15:00-17:00 17.00 Port Facility Security Officer (Final Assessment Workshop and Question Paper) End of Course.Course review, feedback and final administration. 6 Website: www.regs4ships.com Telephone: +44 (0)23 8098 8631

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