Introduction

The STCW Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA) course is a mandatory training requirement under the Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention. This course is designed for seafarers, particularly yacht crew, to provide essential knowledge and skills related to maritime security threats and procedures. Developed by Global Horizon Training Center, this program ensures that participants understand security roles, responsibilities, and measures to maintain safety and prevent security incidents at sea.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the security threats and risks in the maritime industry.

• Recognize different levels of security threats and their implications.

• Follow security procedures, including emergency response actions.

• Identify and report security concerns in a timely manner.

• Assist in maintaining security and safety onboard a vessel.

• Comply with international maritime security regulations.

Organizational Impact

Organizations that implement this training will benefit from:

• Enhanced security awareness among crew members.

• Improved threat detection and response capabilities.

• Compliance with international maritime security standards.

• Reduced security-related incidents and risks.

• Strengthened teamwork and vigilance onboard vessels.

Target Audience

This course is essential for:

• Seafarers and yacht crew requiring STCW certification.

• New entrants to the maritime industry seeking fundamental security training.

• Deckhands, officers, and captains working in the yacht and maritime sector.

• Personnel involved in offshore and marine operations.

Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Maritime Security

• Overview of maritime security threats and risks.

• Regulatory framework: ISPS Code and STCW requirements.

• Security roles and responsibilities of crew members.

Day 2: Identifying and Assessing Security Threats

• Recognizing suspicious behavior and activities.

• Understanding piracy, terrorism, and other security risks.

• Security levels and threat assessment procedures.

Day 3: Security Procedures and Emergency Response

• Implementing security measures onboard.

• Responding to security incidents and breaches.

• Coordinating with port authorities and security personnel.

Day 4: Practical Security Awareness Training

• Conducting security patrols and inspections.

• Role-playing exercises in security threat management.

• Use of communication systems for security reporting.

Day 5: Final Drills and Competency Assessment

• Security drills based on real-life scenarios.

• Final evaluation and feedback.

• Certification issuance upon successful completion.