Aims & Objectives

• Provide update on the new key requirements and benefits of the ISPS for CSO-SSO including Cyber Security
• Deliver updated training necessary for the application and maintenance of a company’s Security Management System

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this course you will be able to:

• Have an extended knowledge and understanding of the latest amendments of ISPS including Cyber Security aspects
• Define the resulting requirements for the company’s Security Management System
• Have documentary evidence that you are capable to continue undertaking the necessary duties in relation to ISPS.

Who should attend?

• Personnel involved in Safety/Security/Crew Management Systems
• Operation, Technical, Quality & Crew Managers
• DPAs/CSOs/SSOs and assistants
• Deck & Engine officers

Prerequisite skills & knowledge:

• Experience in shipping and ship operations and good knowledge of the ISPS Cod

Relative conventions: SOLAS 74 AS AMENDED CHAPTER IX- ISM Code, ISPS Code

Available in-house/distant learning? Yes

Created by: LiberoAssurance Continuous Professional Development Training Centre Level 1 – Accredited by Univab

Part A: ISPS for CSO/SSO

Introduction

• UNCLOS
• Maritime Zones
• 1988 SUA Convention
• Security Cases-Incidents
• Stowaways & Illegal Migrants
• Drugs & weapons smuggling
• Sabotage & Arson
• Undeclared and/or incorrectly packed dangerous goods
• Oil Theft
• 11 September 2001
• Diplomatic Conference December 2002 Conference resolution 1

ISPS (CSO-SSO) & International Conventions

• The ISPS Code’s Background
  • History
  • Progress
• The application of SOLAS Ch. XI-2
  • New provisions of SOLAS Ch. XI-2
  • Application of SOLAS Ch. XI-2
  • SOLAS Ch. XI-2, Contents
• The ISPS Code’s Purpose and Objective
  • Purpose
  • Objectives
• The definitions used in SOLAS XI-2 and ISPS Code Part a and B
  • General
  • Safety and Security
  • SOLAS Ch.XI-2 Reg.1 – Definitions
  • ISPS Part A, Sec.2 – Definitions
  • Basic Tools
• The ISPS Code's Functional Requirements
  • Implications for the ship
• The ISPS Code's Detailed Requirements
  • ISPS Code, Part A Requirements
  • ISPS Code, Part B Requirements
  • Compliance and Use of Checklists
  • Solas Reg XI-2/9 Control & Compliance
  • Guide to Maritime Security ISPS edition 2012-Useful Tables
  • Cross-reference of Government & Industry Responsibilities
  • IMO Guidance material on Maritime Security Measures, 1986-2011
  • Useful Tables
  • Revision of SUA Convention
• The basic US legislation and regulations
  • Maritime Transportation Security Laws
• International conventions and E.U. legislation

ISPS details

• Security Risk Assessment Techniques related to Ship Operations
  • Basic Concept
  • Security Assessment Course
• 2.2 Ship Security Assessments including On-Scene Security Surveys
  • On-scene survey
  • Ship Security Assessment
• Developing and Updating Ship Security Plans
  • General
  • Instruction for Drafting Ship Security Plan (SSP)
  • General Policy related to Security Measures
  • Other Items related to Security
• Duties and Responsibility of CSO/SSO, and Training
  • Company Security Officer (CSO)
  • Ship Security Officer (SCO)
  • Training, Drill and Exercises on Ship Security
• Contingency Plan and Reporting of Security Incident
  • Contingency Plan
  • Reporting of Security Incident
• Security Administration and Protective Measures
  • Security administration
  • Protective Measures
• Handling of Information and Communication related to Security
  • Identification of information and communication related to security
  • Handling of security information and communication
• Kinds of Ship Security Verification and validity of ISSC
  • Kinds of Verification
  • Duration and Validity of Certificate
• The flag Administration’s role related to the ISPS Code
  • Flag Administration’s Role
  • Port State’s Role related to Ship Security
  • Port State’s Role related to Port Facility
  • Coastal State’s Role

Current security threats and patterns

• Current security threats and patterns
  • Definition
  • Kinds of Security Threats
  • Types of terrorism and Example of maritime terrorism
• Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices
  • Classification of Weapons and Dangerous substances
  • Introduction of Explosives
  • Types of bomb and recognition
  • Identifying and Responding against Explosives
  • Detection and Searching of Weapons and Explosives
• The crowd management and control techniques
  • The crowd management in passenger ship
  • Passenger guide in emergency situations
  • Muster List
• Characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security:
  • Persons who are likely to threaten security
  • Characteristics and behavioral patterns of terrorists
  • Reason behind terrorism and characteristics of modern
  • terrorism
  • Characteristics of Modern Terrorism
  • Terror Groups
  • Terrorist Organization List of U.S. Department of State
• Techniques used to circumvent security measures
  • Techniques used to circumvent
  • Countermeasures
• Security and surveillance equipment and systems and their operational limitations
  • Ship’s Security Equipment & Systems:
  • Locks and Locking
  • Seals
  • Deck Protection
  • Screening
• Port’s Security Equipment & Systems:
  • Port Screening
  • Surveillance
  • Gates and Barriers
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Perimeter Protection
  • Security threats associated with the ship/port interface
  • Cargo Handling
  • Ship’s Stores
  • Stowaways
  • Sabotage

ISPS Assessment & Plans

• IMO requirements for security assessments and plans
• Some Key Challenges
• Maritime Risk Assessment Model
• Security Assessment Principles
• AS/NZS 4360:1999 – Sample Risk Management Standard
• Steps in the 4360 Risk Assessment Process
• Ship Security Assessments
• Security Assessment Reports
• Tailor Security Plan Coverage
• Common Characteristics Port Facilities & Ships
• IMO / ISPS Security Levels
• Who Requires Security Plans
• Relevant Skills and Experience
• Conclusion

Part B: Cyber Security

Introduction

• What is Maritime Cyber Security?
• IT and OT systems
• IMO related Resolutions, Circulars and Guidelines
• Industry Guidance on Maritime Cyber Security

Cyber Security Risks

• ISM/ISPS – Identified Risks
• Company risk assessments procedure
• Third party risk assessments
• Risks related to Ship-Port interface
• Recent cyber security regulations
• Assessment of Identified Cyber Risks
• Identify threats
• Identify Vulnerabilities
• Risk Calculation
• Risk Mitigation (corrective/preventive measures)
• Steps for cyber security plan preparation
• Check your Cyber Security Status

Teaching Methods

• Detailed seminar (available for download)
• No. of pages: 309

Resources

• Reading lists and resources available in presentations

Study time allocation

• Private study hours:36
• Trainer contact hours: Availability and competence of instructors upon request
• Enrollment duration: 90 days (from the date of purchase)

Credits

• CPD Points:36
• ECTS/ECVET Points:1.2