Company Security Officer (CSO) Training Course

Training course providing qualification as Company Security Officer (CSO)

Objectives

Provision of internationally recognised training for qualification as Company Security Officer (CSO), in accordance with the standard of competence as outlined in the Guidelines on Training and Certification for Company Security Officers issued as Annex of MSC/Circ.1154 and the IMO Model Course 3.20.

 

Entrance requirements

General shipping knowledge

Who should attend:
Personnel involved in security matters coming from shipping companies (Designated Person (ashore), Company Security Officer, Quality Manager, Operation Manager, nautical- and technical Superintendent and Officer, Internal Auditor, Master, Ship Security Officer) and Maritime Administrations/Agencies, ship chartering, insurance and security companies

Duration: 3 days

 

The course provides participants with the knowledge, understanding and proficiencies as required by the ISPS Code to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities as Company Security Officer (CSO). Practical case studies, exercises and videos are used to illustrate possible measures to comply with the maritime security requirements as laid down in the ISPS Code. Achievement of competencies is assessed by means of a final test.

Note: This training course is accepted as evidence for qualification by the majority of flag States. We are aware of additional requirements by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). In case your fleet has mainly MCA flagged vessels please discuss this prior to registration. 

The course focuses on:

  • Development, implementation, maintenance and supervision of Ship Security Plans
  • Identification of threats and vulnerabilities and assessment of security risks
  • Methods for Inspection and Monitoring of security measures on board ships
  • Operation, testing and calibration of security equipment and systems
  • Enhancing security awareness and vigilance of company staff (ship and shore)