Introduction
The course covers the necessary knowledge to enable the trainee to undertake the duties and responsibilities of the Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO), according to the requirements of the relevant international legislation.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to perform duties of a Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) or Assistant PFSO, as defined in section A/2.1.8 and section A/17.1 of the ISPS Code.
Course Objectives of Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Equip you with a thorough understanding of the ISPS Code
- Present detailed information the best practices applied worldwide for port facility security requirements
- Help participants become qualified as Port Facility Security Officers (PFSO)
Course Learning of Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
Having successfully completed this course you will:
- Know the key contents of the ISPS Code, the related conventions, and legislation
- Understand your main responsibilities as a PFSO
- Grasp the main features of a Port Facility Security assessment
- Discover requirements on security equipment and plan
- Learn about security threats, emergency, drills, and training
- Be certified and able to take on the duties and responsibilities as defined in the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
Target Audience of Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Port Facilities Security Officers
- PFSO assistants
- Port Facility Personnel involved in the Port Facility Security plan
Course Outlines of Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
Day 1: Introduction – Security Policy
Introduction
- Definition of Security
- Seminar overview
- Competences to be achieved
- Historical perspective
- Ship and port operations and conditions
- Modern port facilities
- Types of port facilities
Maritime Security Policy
- International conventions and E.U. legislation
- Initiations of IMO
- SOLAS 74 Convention /Amendments
- ISPS / Objectives
- ISPS - Contents Part Α & B / Definitions
- EU legislation
- Legal implications of action or non-action by security personnel
- Handling sensitive security-related information and communication
Day 2: Security Responsibilities – Port Facility Security Assessment
Security Responsibilities
- Contracting governments,
- Recognized Security Organizations (RSO)
- The company
- The ship
- The port facility
- Ship Security Officer (SSO)
- Company Security Officer (CSO)
- Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Shipboard personnel with security duties, Other personnel
Port Facility Security Assessment
- General requirements
- PFSA Steps
- Risk assessment methodology
- On-scene security surveys
- Layout Of Port Facility
- Vulnerability – Consequences Matrix
- Mitigation Strategies
- Risk Evaluation
- Security Assessment documentation
Day 3: Security Equipment, Port Facility Security Plan
Security Equipment
- Security equipment and systems
- Security Fencing
- Security Lighting
- Surveillance Systems,
- Detection Devices,
- Access Control Equipment,
- Operation limitations of security equipment and systems,
- Testing, calibration, and maintenance of security equipment and systems
Port Facility Security Plan
- Purpose of the Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP)
- Contents of the PFSP
- Security Organization
- Security Level Ship/Port Facility
- Access To Disabled Persons
- Confidentiality issues
- Development of the PFSP
- Approval of the PFSP
- Implementation of the PFSP
- Maintenance and modification of the PFSP
- PFSP modification
Part 4: Threat Identification & Response – Port Facility Security Actions
Threat Identification, Recognition, and Response
- Recognition and detection of weapons dangerous substances and devices
- Methods of physical searches and non-intrusive inspections
- Implementing and coordinating searches,
- Coordinating searches
- Susceptive places for search in the port facility
- Recognition of persons posing potential security risks
- Techniques used to circumvent security measures
- Crowd management and control techniques
Port Facility Security Actions
- Actions required by different security levels
- Maintaining the security of the ship/port interface
- Usage of the Declaration of Security
- Implementation of security procedures
Day 5: Emergency Preparedness – Security Administration & Training
Emergency Preparedness, Drills, And Exercises
- Contingency planning
- Security drills and exercises
- Security incident scenarios
- Assessment of security drills and exercises
Security Administration
- Documentation and records
- Reporting security incidents
- Monitoring and control
- Security audits and inspections
- Reporting Nonconformities
Security Training
- Training requirements
- Instructional techniques
About London
The UK capital of London is a city that combines the old and the new. It is as equally famous for the latest fashion and innovation as it is for its impressive heritage. London's attractions range from the Royal Palace to the DIY atmosphere of its markets. It is also a picturesque city of parks and of course, the majestic Thames River. The city extends for miles beyond its ancient core and each neighborhood has its own charming atmosphere for visitors to explore. London also wears its status as a world city proudly and the influence of different cultures is plain to see in the food and fashion of the capital.
Things to do and places to visit in London
With so many attractions in London, anyone can find something to delight them. Art lovers will enjoy the world-renowned museums and galleries, most of which are free. Sports fans are spoilt for choice by the city's array of football clubs. Theatre and music fans have a vast list of venues to visit, whilst shopaholics have Harrods, Oxford Street, Camden and much more to look forward to after arranging flights to London.
Some unmissable London attractions include:
- Seeing priceless masterpieces in the Tate Britain or the National Gallery.
- Watching the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
- Visiting Trafalgar Square's famous monument.
- Marveling at the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London.
- Getting a bird's eye view of the city from the London Eye.
- Tasting one of Brick Lane's famous curries.
- Browsing the exclusive shops of Knightsbridge.
- Visiting a market – Spitalfields for antiques, Camden for clothes or Borough Market for street food.
- Admiring design from around the world in the Victoria and Albert Museum.
- Looking for clues at the home of fiction's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes.
- Strolling through one of the lovely parks, including Hyde Park, St James' Park or Kew Gardens.
- Eating Britain's most famous dish, fish and chips.
- Watching the street performers in Covent Garden.
- Enjoying the views at a South Bank cafe.