This model course is intended to provide the knowledge required to enable personnel without designated security duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan (SSP) to enhance ship security in accordance with the requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74 as amended, the ISPS code and section A-VI/6-1 of the STCW Code, as amended.

Course Sections:

1: Introduction

2: Maritime Security Policy

3: Security Responsibilities

4: Threat Identification, Recognition and Response

5: Ship Security Actions and Emergency Preparedness

Target Audience:

Seafarers employed or engaged in any capacity on board a ship which is required to comply with the provisions of the ISPS Code on the business of that ship as part of the ship’s complement without designated security duties shall, before being assigned to any shipboard duties.

Accreditation/Recognition:

This course is recognised by and meeting the requirements of the Bahamas Maritime Authority and the Maritime Administrator of the Republic of the Marshall Islands.  

Regulations and Further Recourses:  

STCW Code, 2010 Manila Amendments Sec. A-VI/6-1 

SOLAS 1974 Chapter XI-2

IMO Model Course 3.27 Security Awareness training for all seafarers

International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code 2003 & 2002

The Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Maritime Navigation (SUA) Treaties.

MSC.1/Circ.1334 – Guidance to Ship-owners, Companies, Ship Operators, Shipmasters and Crews on Preventing and Suppressing Acts of Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships

BMP, Version 5. Best Management Practices for Protection Against Somalia Based Piracy

MSC.1/Circ.1601 Revised Industry Counter Piracy Guidance