Ship Security Officer (SSO)

Prerequisites:

Those undertaking the training must have either:

Approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months or,
Appropriate sea service (minimum three months) and knowledge of ships operations to enable them to achieve the objectives of the training.

Duration: 3 Days (0900hrs – 1700hrs Daily)

Cost: £600.00 (Please note all prices include vat @20%

Location: South West Maritime Academy, Cromhall Quarry, Cromhall, South Gloucestershire, GL12 8AA

A summary of duties required of the Ship Security Officer

Maintain and supervise the implementation of a ship security plan.
Assess security risk, threat and vulnerability.
Undertake regular inspections of the ship to ensure appropriate security measures are implemented and maintained.
Ensure that security equipment and systems, if any, are properly operated, tested and calibrated.
Encourage security awareness and vigilance.

Course content:

1: The importance of ship security and the roles and responsibilities of organisations and individuals involved in it.
2: Assessing security risk, threat and vulnerability to the ship, its personnel, cargo and operations.
3: Understanding the capabilities and limitations of security methods, equipment and systems.
4: How to implement a ship security plan and related regulatory requirements.
5: How to determine the effectiveness of current security arrangements, procedures and equipment.
6: Understanding how to promote security awareness and vigilance on board ship.

In addition to the Ship Security Officer course you may also want to consider the Company Security Officer course.