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Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)

£695.00

Provides the knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a PFSO, as defined in the ISPS Code, and the MTSA.

Course Code: PFSO
Location: Plymouth, Devon UK
Duration: 3 days

Price: £695
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Description

This course provides the knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO), as defined in the ISPS Code, and the US Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA). In particular, the duties and responsibilities of a PFSO with respect to the security of a Port Facility, for ensuring the development of a Port Facility Security Assessment and for implementing, maintaining and updating a Port Facility Security Plan.

This course complies with international maritime security standards.

Course content

  • Understanding the ISPS Code
  • Assessment of security risks, threats and vulnerability
  • Developing, maintaining and supervising the implementation of a Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP)
  • Conducting inspections of the port ensuring appropriate security measures are implemented and maintained
  • Ensuring that security equipment are properly operated and tested
  • Identifying weapons and improvised explosive devices
  • Security training, drills and exercises

Who should take this course?

Port Authorities; port operations staff who have been, or are likely to be, appointed as Port Facility Security Officer under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and Maritime Security Consultants who will need this knowledge as a requirement of their position.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of port operation and security awareness of port facilities

Awarding Body

Department for transport

Why Securewest?

  • Experienced & Professional Trainers
  • Delivered in Plymouth, Devon UK or Worldwide
  • Competitively Priced Course
  • Trusted Training Provider

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