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ISPS Code Awareness, Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO), Ship Security Officer (SSO) and Company Security Officer (CSO) — all delivered at EMTIN's Owerri campus.
ISPS Code Awareness
Duration: 2 daysThe ISPS Code Awareness course provides all seafarers and port facility personnel with a thorough understanding of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS). It covers the legal framework, threat assessment, security levels, and each person's responsibilities under the code.
Course Modules
- 1Background and legal basis of the ISPS Code (SOLAS Chapter XI-2)
- 2Security levels 1, 2 and 3 — definitions and responses
- 3Ship Security Plan (SSP) — structure and confidentiality
- 4Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP)
- 5Threat recognition — suspicious persons, packages and activities
- 6Security equipment — access control, CCTV, alarms
- 7Reporting procedures and communication protocols
- 8Drills and exercises under the ISPS Code
Entry Requirements
- Open to all seafarers, port workers and maritime personnel
- Valid proof of identity (International Passport or National ID)
- Completed EMTIN enrolment form
- Payment of course fees before commencement
Course at a Glance
- Duration2 days
- DeliveryClassroom
- LocationOwerri, Nigeria
- Max class size15 delegates
- CertificationIMO / NIMASA
- LanguageEnglish
2026 Course Availability
| Month | ISPS Code Awareness | PFSO | SSO | CSO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 12 / 15 | 8 / 15 |
| February | 14 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 12 / 15 | 8 / 15 |
| March | 15 / 15 | 12 / 15 | 15 / 15 | 10 / 15 |
| April | 10 / 15 | 8 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 6 / 15 |
| May | 15 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 12 / 15 | 8 / 15 |
| June | 8 / 15 | 6 / 15 | 8 / 15 | 5 / 15 |
| July | 12 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 12 / 15 | 8 / 15 |
| August | 6 / 15 | 5 / 15 | 6 / 15 | 4 / 15 |
| September | 15 / 15 | 12 / 15 | 15 / 15 | 10 / 15 |
| October | 12 / 15 | 8 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 6 / 15 |
| November | 10 / 15 | 6 / 15 | 8 / 15 | 6 / 15 |
| December | 12 / 15 | 8 / 15 | 10 / 15 | 6 / 15 |
ISPS Code Awareness
PFSO
SSO
CSO
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STCW Competency Standards & IMO Model Courses
Maritime security training is governed by STCW Regulation VI/6 and the ISPS Code. The table below shows the competency standards and IMO Model Course references.
Security — Minimum Standard of Competence
| Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Methods | Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maintain conditions set out in a ship security plan | ISPS Code requirements; security levels 1, 2 and 3; Ship Security Plan structure; access control; restricted areas; security equipment | Examination and assessment of evidence | Security measures are implemented in accordance with the Ship Security Plan and the applicable security level |
| Recognise security threats | Patterns of suspicious behaviour; recognition of weapons, dangerous substances and devices; techniques used to circumvent security measures | Examination and assessment | Potential security threats are correctly identified and reported in accordance with established procedures |
| Undertake regular security inspections | Inspection procedures; reporting; record keeping; drills and exercises | Practical demonstration and examination | Security inspections are conducted systematically and records are maintained accurately |
IMO Model Course References
Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
Edition: 2012
Basic maritime security awareness for all shipboard personnel — STCW Reg. VI/6-1.
Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
Edition: 2012
Training for seafarers with specific security responsibilities — STCW Reg. VI/6-2.
Ship Security Officer
Edition: 2012
Full SSO training covering Ship Security Plan, threat assessment and emergency response.
Company Security Officer
Edition: 2012
CSO training covering fleet-wide security management, SSP development and liaison with authorities.
Source: IMO Model Courses, International Maritime Organization. STCW Convention as amended (Manila Amendments 2010).