Vessel Security Officer

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As a student of our vessel security officer training course, you can expect to learn how to complete the following tasks:

• Regularly inspecting the vessel to ensure adherence to security measures
• Overseeing maintenance and supervision of the implementation of the VSP, and any amendments to the VSP
• Managing the coordination and handling of cargo and vessel stores and bunkers in compliance with this part
• Proposing modifications to the VSP to the Company Security Officer (CSO)
• Ensuring that any problems identified during audits or inspections are reported to the CSO, and promptly implement any corrective actions
• Assuring security awareness and vigilance on board the vessel
• Implementing adequate security training for vessel personnel
• Guaranteeing the reporting and recording of all security incidents
• Ensuring the coordinated implementation of the VSP with the CSO and the relevant Facility Security Officer, when applicable
• Ensuring security equipment is properly operated, tested, calibrated, and maintained
• Ensuring consistency between security requirements and the proper treatment of vessel personnel affected by those requirements
• Confirming TWIC programs are in place and implemented appropriately

Begin the application process for your ship security officer certificate by exploring our available vessel security training courses.

Ship Security Officer Class Requirements

At MITAGS-PMI, requirements for our ship security officer class includes presenting a valid form of one of the following types of photo identification:

• U.S. Merchant Mariner credential issued after Feb 3, 2003
• STCW 95 Certificate with embedded photograph
• U.S. Passport
• Foreign Passport
• U.S. Armed Forces identification card
• Photo Identification cards issued by U.S. federal, state or local government agencies
• Driver license with a photo of the driver issued by a U.S. possession or commonwealth

We will retain a copy of your provided I.D. for our records.

Satisfied Requirements of Vessel Security Training Courses

This vessel security training course satisfies the following STCW95 and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) training requirements:

• Regulations 13.1 (Part B) and 13.2 (Part A and B) of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
• IMO Model Course 3.19 Ship Security Officer (2003 edition)
• Model Course MTSA 08-01, Vessel Security Officer (April 2008 edition)
• STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Regulation VI/5

By meeting the above standards, you can apply for your ship security officer certificate from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) with success.

Where to Take Your Vessel Security Training

We provide vessel security training in Maryland at our state-of-the-art campus in Linthicum Heights, MD. The MITAGS-PMI facility is less than five miles from the Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and offers complimentary shuttle service to BWI Amtrak Rail, as well as Baltimore Light Rail and local bus services. Our campus facilities feature advanced simulation technologies and trusted training software to deliver a realistic, hands-on experience.

Our knowledgeable team of instructors is available to teach our vessel security training at your company's headquarters or satellite location as well. We can also incorporate our ship security officer course into business-specific exercises, which benefits both your organization and your staff. Our team will coordinate with yours to choose an appropriate date and time for training.

How to Register for Vessel Security Training in Maryland

If you are planning to register for vessel security training in Maryland, at our Linthicum Heights, MD location, follow these steps:

• Choose your preferred session.
• Add your selected session to your cart.
• Complete your account creation.
• Submit your payment.

The costs for our vessel security training are consistent across dates, providing you with flexibility in scheduling.

This course can be taught at your company location and / or combined with company specific training.