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ISPS Code & Port Facility Security Training Course

Covers the ISPS Code and SOLAS Chapter XI-2, from port facility security assessments and plans to access control and the duties of security officers.

PMM · Port & Maritime ManagementAll Levels#2695ClassroomEnglish , Arabic
Duration
5 Days
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Sectors:Procurement, Contracts & Supply ChainCategories:Port & Maritime Management

Course Overview

The ISPS Code & Port Facility Security Training Course provides practical knowledge of international maritime security requirements and their application in port facilities. It covers the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, established under SOLAS Chapter XI-2, and its role in protecting vessels, cargo, personnel, and port infrastructure. The course examines port facility security assessments, security plans, access control, restricted areas, cargo protection, and incident response. Participants learn how to identify security risks, implement appropriate protective measures, and maintain effective security procedures. The programme also covers the responsibilities of Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs), coordination with shipping companies and relevant authorities, security drills, audits, and compliance documentation. Practical exercises help participants apply these requirements to port operations and develop a focused security improvement plan.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the main requirements of the ISPS Code and SOLAS Chapter XI-2.
  • Identify the responsibilities of Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs), Company Security Officers (CSOs), and Ship Security Officers (SSOs).
  • Assess port facility security threats, vulnerabilities, and critical assets.
  • Develop and review Port Facility Security Plans (PFSPs).
  • Apply access control, restricted-area management, and cargo security procedures.
  • Implement security incident reporting, escalation, and response procedures.
  • Plan security drills, exercises, inspections, and corrective actions.
  • Develop a practical plan to improve port facility security and compliance.

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for Port Facility Security Officers, port security managers, port directors, terminal operations managers, harbour authorities, maritime security coordinators, and personnel responsible for preparing or implementing Port Facility Security Plans. It is also relevant to Company Security Officers, Ship Security Officers, shipping and cargo operations professionals, security supervisors, compliance officers, internal auditors, emergency response coordinators, customs representatives, and government personnel involved in maritime security and port protection.

Learning Outcomes

  • Interpret key ISPS Code requirements relevant to port facility operations.
  • Identify security responsibilities and reporting relationships.
  • Assess port facility threats and vulnerabilities using a structured approach.
  • Review security plans and identify gaps in protective measures.
  • Apply access control and restricted-area security procedures.
  • Respond appropriately to security incidents and suspicious activities.
  • Prepare security drills and evaluate their effectiveness.
  • Document audit findings and develop corrective action plans.

Course Outline

Day 1

ISPS Code Fundamentals & Security Responsibilities

  • Introduction to the ISPS Code and SOLAS Chapter XI-2.
  • Mandatory and recommendatory provisions of the Code.
  • Roles of port authorities, port operators, PFSOs, CSOs, and SSOs.
  • Port facility security governance and reporting responsibilities.
  • Security requirements at the ship-port interface.
  • Practical Exercise: Map security responsibilities and communication procedures for a port facility.
Day 2

Port Facility Security Assessment & Planning

  • Purpose and components of a Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA).
  • Identifying critical assets, vulnerabilities, and potential threats.
  • Assessing risks associated with unauthorized access, theft, sabotage, and disruption.
  • Developing and reviewing a Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP).
  • Security arrangements for access points, restricted areas, and cargo handling zones.
  • Practical Exercise: Conduct a sample security assessment and prepare a risk register.
Day 3

Security Procedures, Equipment & Incident Response

  • Personnel, visitor, contractor, and vehicle access control.
  • Restricted-area management and cargo protection.
  • Coordination between ship and port security personnel.
  • Security surveillance, alarms, communications, and access control systems.
  • Incident reporting, escalation, evidence handling, and coordination with authorities.
  • Practical Exercise: Assess a simulated security incident and prepare an incident report.
Day 4

Security Levels, Drills, Audits & Compliance

  • The three ISPS security levels and their operational implications.
  • Procedures for communicating and implementing changes in security levels.
  • Planning security drills and exercises.
  • Evaluating personnel readiness and communication effectiveness.
  • Security inspections, audits, documentation, and compliance gaps.
  • Developing corrective actions and monitoring their completion.
  • Practical Exercise: Design a security drill and prepare a corrective action register.
Day 5

Security Performance & Implementation Planning

  • Reviewing the effectiveness of port facility security arrangements.
  • Monitoring incidents, access control, training, and corrective actions.
  • Coordinating security teams, terminal operators, shipping companies, and authorities.
  • Integrating security procedures with emergency response and business continuity.
  • Reviewing security plans and updating risk assessments.
  • Final Workshop: Develop a Port Facility Security Improvement Plan covering risks, security procedures, responsibilities, drills, compliance, and performance monitoring.
  • Individual Action Plan: Identify priority improvements for the participant’s port facility or maritime organization.

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Berlin · 16 – 20 Aug 2027 · Classroom

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