Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security ...

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Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties – Course No. 2007

Unit of Competency - Overview and Syllabus

Introduction to the AustralAsian Group: The AustralAsian Group, an ISO (ISO9001:2015 – ISO14001:2015 and ISO45001:2018) group of companies operating under the same Integrated Standards Management System delivering the following services; Delivery of Assessment and Competency Based Training including eLearning – Management Consulting and Auditing Services including ISO, ISM and ISPS, and Competency Based Training and Assessment and Project and Programme Management. SEATAG AustralAsian Services Pte Ltd is proudly a member of the AustralAsian Group and specialises in delivery of Workplace Competency Based Training and Assessment within the offshore oil and gas industry.

Introduction to the International Maritime Organisation: The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) – is the United Nations specialised agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by vessels. Introduction to Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW): The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978 was adopted on 7 July 1978 and entered into force on 28 April 1984. The main purpose of the Convention is to promote safety of life and property at sea and the protection of the marine environment by establishing in common agreement international standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers.

Introduction to Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD): STCW 1978, as amended and including the requirements of STCW 2010 (Manila Amendments) – Chapter VI - Mandatory minimum requirements for security-related training and instruction for seafarers with designated security duties – Section A-VI/6-2 Security-related Training requires that: Every seafarer who is designated to perform security duties, including anti-piracy and anti-armed-robbery-related activities, shall be required to demonstrate competence to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-VI/6-2.

Application: Mandatory minimum requirements for security-related training and instruction for seafarers with designated security duties. Section A-VI/6-2 Security-related Training requires that: Every seafarer who is designated to perform security duties, including anti-piracy and anti-armed-robbery-related activities, shall be required to demonstrate competence to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-VI/6-2.




This Vessel Security Training and Assessment Package includes all requirements

in accordance with Section A-

VI/6-2 of the STCW Code, as

amended, in conjunction with

2010 Manila Convention

This Vessel Security - Training and Assessment Package has been designed and developed in line with IMO Model Courses: Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties in accordance with Section A-VI/6-2 of the STCW Code, as amended, in conjunction with 2010 Manila Convention and has been designed in line with the requirements of IMO Model Course 3.26 and under the guidance of the Group ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System (Certificate ID No. SI121620091891) and is delivered and assessed in line with the SEATAG; IADC accredited Workplace Training and Competence Assessment Assurance Programme (Identification No. D1029989).




Target Group

This mandatory minimum requirement course for security training for security designated duties training – Section A-VI/6-2 Security Training is targeted towards all seafarers being assigned to designated security shipboard duties on a seagoing vessel which is required to comply with the provisions of the ISPS Code. Mandatory minimum requirements for security-related training and instruction for seafarers with designated security duties employed or engaged on a seagoing vessel (including Mobile Offshore Units and/or Mobile Offshore Drilling Units).

Aim of this Training and Assessment Package

The aim of this Vessel Security Training and Assessment Package is to provide the knowledge required for seafarers with designated security duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan to perform their duties in accordance with the requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74 as amended, the ISPS Code, and section A-VI/6-2 of the STCW Code, as amended.

Objectives of this Training and Assessment Package

Those who successfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to demonstrate sufficient knowledge to undertake the duties assigned to them under the Ship Security Plan. This knowledge shall include, but is not limited to:

1. Knowledge of current security threats and patterns; 2. Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices; 3. Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioural

patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security; 4. Techniques used to circumvent security measures; 5. Crowd management and control techniques; 6. Security related communications; 7. Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans; 8. Operation of security equipment and systems; 9. Testing, calibration and at-sea maintenance of security equipment and systems; 10. Inspection, control, and monitoring techniques; and 11. Methods of physical searches of persons, personal effects, baggage, cargo, and ship’s stores.

Entry Standard to this Training and Assessment Package

There is no specific entry standard for this course, but it is assumed that those attending this course will be serving seafarers or other shipboard personnel who will not be assigned specific security duties in connection with the Ship Security Plan.




Learning Outcomes/Objectives of this Training and Assessment Package

Table A-VI/6-2 Specification of minimum standard of competence for Seafarers with Designated

Security Duties

Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4

Competence Knowledge,

understanding and proficiency

Methods for demonstrating

competence

Criteria for evaluating

competence Maintain the conditions set out in a Ship Security Plan.

Working knowledge of maritime security terms and definitions, including elements that may relate to piracy and armed robbery. Knowledge of international maritime security policy and responsibilities of Governments, companies and persons, including working knowledge of elements that may relate to piracy and armed robbery. Knowledge of maritime security levels and their impact on security measures and procedures aboard vessel and in the port facilities. Knowledge of security reporting procedures. Knowledge of procedures and requirements for drills and exercises under relevant conventions, codes and IMO circulars, including working knowledge of those that may relate to piracy and armed robbery.

Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or attendance at an approved course.

Procedures and actions are in accordance with the principles established by the ISPS Code and the SOLAS, 1974, as amended. Legislative requirements relating to security are correctly identified. Communications within the area of responsibility is clear and understood.




Knowledge of the procedures for conducting inspections and surveys and for the control and monitoring of security activities specified in a ship security plan.

Maintain the conditions set forth in a ship security plan. (continued)

Knowledge of

security-related contingency

plans and the procedures for

responding to security

threats or breaches of

security, including

provisions for maintaining

critical operations of the

ship/port interface, and

including also working

knowledge of those that

may relate to piracy and

armed robbery.

Recognition of security risks and threats.

Knowledge of security

documentation, including

the Declaration of Security.

Knowledge of techniques

used to circumvent security

measures, including those

used by pirates and armed

robbers.

Knowledge enabling

recognition of potential

security threats.

Knowledge enabling

recognition of weapons,

dangerous substances and

devices and awareness of

the damage they can cause.

Knowledge of crowd

management and control

techniques, where

appropriate.

Knowledge in handling

security-related information

Assessment of evidence

obtained from approved

instruction or during

attendance at an approved

course.

Procedures and actions are

in accordance with the

principles established by

the ISPS Code and the

SOLAS, 1974, as amended.




and security-related

communications.

Knowledge of the methods

for physical searches and

non-intrusive inspections.

Undertake regular security inspections of the vessel.

Knowledge of the

techniques for monitoring

restricted areas.

Knowledge of controlling

access to the vessel and to

restricted areas onboard

ship.

Knowledge of methods for

effective monitoring of deck

areas and areas surrounding

the vessel.

Knowledge of inspection

methods relating to the

cargo and ship’s stores.

Knowledge of methods for

controlling the embarkation,

disembarkation and access

while on board of persons

and their effects.





course.



principles established by the

ISPS Code and the SOLAS

Convention, as amended.

Proper usage of security equipment and systems, if any.

General knowledge of

various types of security

equipment and systems,

including those that could

be used in case of attacks by

pirates and armed robbers,

including their limitations.

Knowledge of the need for

testing, calibrating, and

maintaining security

systems and equipment,

particularly whilst at sea.





course.

Equipment and systems

operations are carried out in

accordance with established

equipment operating

instructions and taking into

account the limitations of

the equipment and systems.



principles established by

the ISPS Code and the

SOLAS, 1974, as amended.




Course Delivery Structure

This course is structured in line with the 9 Modules within IMO Model Course 3.26. This course has been designed to be delivered face-to-face by an instructor in a classroom environment and online in a self-paced delivery mode. Both, face-to-face and online delivery are supported with audio and video presentations embedded into course modules. Face-to-face delivery is via instructor delivery, with a written final examination on completion of the course. The eLearner must achieve a minimum of 70% to pass the course. If the eLearner achieves between 50% and 70%, the eLearner may retake the final exam within three (3) months at the convenience of the eLearner and the company. If the eLearner achieved less than 50% in the final exam they must redo to entire course before they can re-sit the final examination. Once the eLearner has successfully completed the course, they will receive a soft copy of the course Certificate of Proficiency via email within two (2) work days of examination papers being marked. The original hard copy Certificate of Proficiency will be despatched via courier within ten (10) working days of emailing the soft copy of the certificate. Online delivery is delivered via our SCORM 4 compliant MOODLE Learning Management System, which is designed so that the eLearner must progress through the entire course including a multiple-choice quiz at the end of each module and a final examination at the end of the final module. Each end of module quiz is designed so that the eLearner must achieve 100% in each end of module quiz to progress to the next module. Each end of module quiz is designed as residual learning. i.e. if an incorrect answer is chosen, the system will take the eLearner back to the section within the course where the correct answer can be found. Once the section has been re-read, the system will take the eLearner back to the quiz answers (which have been automatically rearranged/jumbled) for the eLearner to choose another answer. This remedial process can be repeated three (3) times, and if the correct answer is not chosen after three (3) tries, the eLearner will be taken back to the beginning of the course, to start the course again. At the completion of the final module the eLearner must complete the final examination which is structured in the same way as the end of module quizzes. Once the eLearner has successfully completed the course and completed and submitted the online Course Feedback Form, the eLearner may print a Course Completion Certificate from within the Learning Management System. The eLearner will receive a soft copy of the course Certificate of Proficiency via email within two (2) work days of successful course completion and the original hard copy Certificate of Proficiency will be despatched via courier within ten (10) working days of emailing the soft copy of the certificate.

Note: Modules delivered via eLearning may have up to 60% reduction in delivery time.




Module 1 Introduction

Introduction - Module 1 of this course is estimated to take 1.0 hour for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following:

1.1. Course overview; 1.1.1 Describes the topics and emphasis of the course.

1.2. Competences to be achieved; 1.2.1 Describes the competences that will be achieved through completion of the course.

1.3. Current security threats and patterns; 1.3.1 Summarises threats to the maritime transport industry, such as:

Piracy and armed robbery; Terrorism; Contraband/smuggling; Stowaways and/or refugees; Cargo theft; Collateral damage.

1.4. Vessel and port operations and conditions; 1.4.1 Characterises the intermodal nature of transportation and the interfaces between vessels and other modes.

Module 2 Maritime Security Policy

Maritime Security Policy – Module 2 of this course is estimated to take 0.75 hours for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following:

2.1 Awareness of relevant international conventions, codes, and recommendations;

2.1.1 Summarises previous efforts of IMO toward maritime security, such as MSC/Circ.443, SUA Act, etc.; 2.1.2 Summarises the rapidity with which IMO acted to enhance maritime security following 9/11; 2.1.3 Summarises the amendments to SOLAS Chapter XI and the contents of the ISPS Code; 2.1.4 Summarises the security-related provisions of the amendments to the STCW Code; 2.1.5 Summarises IMO guidance on preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against vessels.

2.2 Familiarity of relevant government legislation and regulations; 2.2.1 Summarises the requirements of relevant national legislation and regulations.

2.3 Definitions; 2.3.1 Defines;

Ship Security Plan; Company Security Officer; Ship Security Officer; Port Facility;




Ship/Port Interface; Ship-to-ship activity; Port Facility Security Officer; Designated Authority; Recognised Security Organisation; Declaration of Security; Security Incident; Security Level; The three (3) Security Levels; Terms relating to Piracy and Armed Robbery.

2.4 Handling sensitive security-related information and communications;

2.4.1 Defines security-sensitive information and the importance of keeping it confidential.

Module 3 Security Responsibilities

Security Responsibilities - Module 3 of this course is estimated to take 1.25 hours for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following:

3.1 Contracting Governments; 3.1.1 Summarises the responsibilities of contracting governments with respect to SOLAS Chapter XI-2, the ISPS Code, and the STCW Code;

3.2. Recognised Security Organisations; 3.2.1 Surveys the role of the Recognised Security Organisation;

3.3 The Company; 3.3.1 Summarises the responsibilities of the company with respect to: Ensuring that the master has documents onboard relating to

the crewing of the vessel and its employment; Ensuring that the Ship Security Plan contains a clear statement

emphasising the master’s authority; Designating a Company Security Officer and a Ship Security

officer and ensuring that they are given the necessary support to fulfil their duties and responsibilities.

3.4 The Ship; 3.4.1 Summarises that the vessel shall comply with the requirements of the Ship Security Plan as per the security level set;

3.5 The Port Facility; 3.5.1 States that port facilities shall comply with the relevant requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS and the ISPS Code; 3.5.2 States that the port facility shall act upon the security levels set by the Administration within whose territory it is located.

3.6 Ship Security Officer;




3.6.1 States that the company shall designate a Ship Security Officer for each vessel; 3.6.2 Lists the duties and responsibilities of the Ship Security Officer.

3.7 Company Security Officer; 3.7.1 States that the company shall designate a Company Security Officer; 3.7.2 Describes that the person designated as Company Security Officer may act as Company Security Officer for one or more vessels provided that it is clearly identified for which vessels, he or she is responsible; 3.7.3 Indicates that the company may designate several persons as Company Security Officer provided that it is clearly identified for which vessels each is responsible; 3.7.4 Lists the duties and responsibilities of the Company Security Officer.

3.8 Port Facility Security Officer; 3.8.1 States that the Port Facility Security Officer shall be designated for each facility; 3.8.2 States that a person may be designated as the Port Facility Security Officer for one or more facilities; 3.8.3 Lists the duties and responsibilities of the Port Facility Security Officer Seafarers.

3.9 Seafarers with Designated Security Duties; 3.9.1 States that members of the vessel’s crew other than the Ship Security Officer may have designated security duties in support of the Ship Security Plan.

3.10 Port Facility Personnel with Designated Security Duties; 3.10.1 States that facility personnel other than the PFSO may have designated security duties in support of the Facility Security Plan.

3.11 Other Personnel; 3.11.1 States that other vessel and port facility personnel may have a role in the enhancement of maritime security; 3.11.2 States that personnel other than ship or port facility personnel may have a role in the enhancement of maritime security; 3.11.3 States that military, industry, and intergovernmental organisations may have a role in the prevention, suppression, and reporting of piracy and armed robbery against vessels.

Module 4 Ship Security Assessment

Ship Security Assessment - Module 4 of this course is estimated to take 1.0 hour for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following: 4.1. Assessment tools;




4.1.1 Discusses the use of checklists in conducting security assessments. 4.2. On-scene security surveys;

4.2.1 Lists the preparations required prior to an on-scene survey; 4.2.2 Lists the procedures and measures and operations to be evaluated during an on-scene survey; 4.2.3 Discusses the security aspects of vessel layout; 4.2.4 Divides the survey into the following sections:

Physical Security; Structural Integrity; Personnel Protection Systems; Procedural Policies; Radio and Telecommunication Systems; Other Areas;

4.2.5 Discusses the importance and elements of physical security aboard vessels; 4.2.6 Describes the significance of structural integrity for vessels and other structures; 4.2.7 Discusses the components and operations of systems to protect shipboard personnel; 4.2.8 States the role of proper procedures in preventing and mitigating security incidents, including attacks by pirates and armed robbers; 4.2.9 Describes the use of information technology and communications systems in vessel operations and in maintaining security; 4.2.10 Identifies other areas that may, if damaged or used for illicit observation, pose a risk to persons, property, or operations aboard the vessel or within a port facility; 4.2.11 Discusses the identification of vulnerabilities in the above areas and the preparation of countermeasures to address them; 4.2.12 States the importance of having in place emergency plans to deal with contingencies.

Module 5 Security Equipment

Security Equipment - Module 5 of this course is estimated to take 1.0 hour for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following: 5.1. Security equipment and systems

5.1.1 Demonstrates familiarity with the various types of security equipment and systems that can be used aboard vessels and in facilities; 5.1.2 Describes the security equipment and systems that may be used to prevent and suppress attacks by pirates and armed robbers. 5.2. Operational limitations of security equipment and systems; 5.2.1 Explains the limitations of individual items of equipment and security systems; 5.2.2 Identifies the risks and benefits of security equipment and systems that may be used to prevent and suppress attacks by pirates and armed robbers.




5.3. Testing, calibration and maintenance of security equipment and systems;

5.3.1 Describes the testing, calibration and maintenance requirements for the above security equipment and systems.

Module 6 Threat Identification,

Recognition and Response

Threat Identification, Recognition and Response – Module 6 of this course is estimated to take 3.0 hours for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following: 6.1. Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices;

6.1.1 Describes the various types of weapons, dangerous substances and devices, the damage they can cause, and their appearance.

6.2. Methods of physical searches and non-intrusive inspections; 6.2.1 Demonstrates how to carry out physical searches and non-intrusive inspections.

6.3. Execution and coordination of searches; 6.3.1 Describes how important it is to plan a search and practice carrying out searches as a drill; 6.3.2 Explains how to plan a search using a system of check cards; 6.3.3 Describes the equipment the search team should carry for conducting a search; 6.3.4 Describes the procedures to be followed for an efficient search; 6.3.5 Describes the various places of concealment on board a vessel.

6.4. Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of persons posing potential security risks;

6.4.1 Describes the general characteristics and behavioural patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security; 6.4.2 States how important it is to be observant to recognise such persons.

6.5. Techniques used to circumvent security measures; 6.5.1 Describes the techniques that may be used to circumvent security measures; 6.5.2 Explains the methods used by pirates and armed robbers to undertake attacks against vessels.

6.6. Crowd management and control techniques 6.6.1 Explains the basic psychology of a crowd in a crisis situation; 6.6.2 States the importance of clear communication with crew and passengers during an emergency.

Module 7 Ship Security Actions

Ship Security Actions – Module 7 of this course is estimated to take 1.0 hour for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following: 7.1. Actions required by different security levels;

7.1.1 States the three security levels and the actions required for each level;




7.1.2 Identifies recommended actions in response to attacks and attempted attacks by pirates and armed robbers.

7.2. Maintaining security of the ship/port interface; 7.2.1 Lists the reporting requirements for vessels prior to entering port.

7.3. Familiarity with the Declaration of Security; 7.3.1 Explains the Declaration of Security and what it addresses.

7.4. Reporting security incidents; 7.4.1 Summarises the reporting requirements in case of a security incident, including protocols for reporting attacks and attempted attacks by pirates and armed robbers.

7.5. Execution of security procedures; 7.5.1 States the requirements for the Ship Security Officer to carry out regular security inspections; 7.5.2 Lists the security measures and procedures at the three (3) security levels required to:

Ensure the performance of all ship security duties; Control access to the vessel; Control the embarkation of persons and their effects; Monitor restricted areas to ensure only authorised persons have

access; Monitor deck areas and areas surrounding the vessel; Coordinate the security aspects of the handling of cargo and

ship stores; and Ensure that security communication is readily available.

Module 8 Emergency Preparedness,

Drills and Exercises

Emergency Preparedness, Drills and Exercises - Module 8 of this course is estimated to take 1.0 hour for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following:

8.1. Execution of contingency plans; 8.1.1 Discusses action to take in case of a breach of security; 8.1.2 Discusses contingency plans for:

Damage to, or destruction of, the vessel or of a port facility, e.g., by explosive devices, arson, sabotage or vandalism;

Hijacking or seizure of the vessel or of persons on board; Use of ‘citadel’ where provided onboard; Attacks by armed robbers; Tampering with cargo, essential vessel equipment or

systems or ship’s stores; Unauthorised access or use, including presence of

stowaways; Smuggling weapons or equipment, including weapons of

mass destruction; Use of the vessel to carry persons intending to cause a

security incident, or their equipment;




Use of the vessel itself as a weapon or as a means to cause damage or destruction;

Attacks from seaward while at berth or at anchor; and Attacks while at sea.

8.2. Security drills and exercises; 8.2.1 States the requirements for, and importance of, conducting drills and exercises, including those relating to prevention and suppression of piracy and armed robbery against vessels.

Module 9 Security Administration

Emergency Preparedness, Drills and Exercises - Module 9 of this course is estimated to take 0.5 hours for face-to-face training delivery, depending on current knowledge of learners and will cover the following: 9.1. Documentation and records;

9.1.1 States the documents that shall be available on board at all times; 9.1.2 States the activities for which records shall be kept on board and the duration for which they should be retained.

Nominal Hours for Completion of this Training and Assessment Package

Nominal face-to-face Unit of Competency completion duration is 10.5 hours. All learner groups are different and have different requirements. Instructors are advised within the Instructor Guide that it is their responsibility to assess each learner group requirements and to adjust their training delivery in line with learner group requirements. This can be made up of a combination of face-to-face delivery, simulator training, eLearning, computer-based learning, distance learning or recognition of appropriate prior learning and/or prior experience. Note 1: All theory components of this Unit of Competency may be completed via eLearning, computer-based training or distance learning. Note: 2: It is estimated that all theory components of this Unit of Competency which are completed via eLearning may result in a decrease in nominal hours by approximately 60%.

All face-to-face training and assessment delivery total contact time per day shall not exceed 8 face-to-face hours and the total training day shall not exceed 10 hours.

The total training day includes contact time, refreshment and meal breaks and travel between training sites where applicable.

Certification

On successful completion of this Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties Unit of Competency, learners will be issued with a Certificate of Proficiency in Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties STSDSD-2007 in compliance with Section A-VI/6-2 Security Training.

The Certificate of Proficiency in Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties is issued under the authority of the Director of Marine, Singapore MPA and will remain valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of issue.

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