703306 - Ship Security Officer
Course Description
This course provides knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer (SSO), as defined in section A/2.1.6 (and section A/12.1) of the ISPS Code, and in particular the duties and responsibilities with respect to the security of a ship, for implementing and maintaining a Ship Security Plan and for liaising with the Company Security Officer (CSO) and with Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs).
Learning Outcomes
Those who successfully complete this course should be able to undertake the duties and responsibilities as Ship Security Officer, asdefined in section A/12.2 of the ISPS Code, which include:
- to undertake regular security inspections of the ship to ensure that appropriate security measures are maintained;
- to maintain and supervise the implementation of the Ship Security Plan, including any amendments to the plan;
- to coordinate the security aspects of the handling of cargo and ship's stores with other shipboard personnel and with the relevant Port Facility Security Officers;
- to propose modifications to the Ship Security Plan;
- to report to the Company Security Officer any deficiencies and non-conformities identified during internal audits, periodic reviews, security inspections and verifications of compliance and implement any corrective actions;
- to enhance security awareness and vigilance on board;
- to ensure that adequate training has been provided to shipboard personnel, as appropriate;
- to report all security incidents;
- to coordinate implementation of the Ship Security Plan with the Company Security Officer and the relevant Port Facility Security Officer; and
- to ensure that security equipment is properly operated, tested, calibrated and maintained, if any
Credential Awarded
Transport Canada Training Certificate;
Marine Institute Certificate of Achievement
Notes
A CDN # is required for this course. If you do not have a CDN # please contact the nearest Transport Canada office.