About the course
The International Ship and Port-Facility Security (ISPS) Code specifies that the Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) is responsible for the development, implementation, revision, and maintenance of the Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP). The PFSP outlines the required measures to prevent the unauthorised access of people, weapons and contraband into port, and provide for a safe and sterile working environment for international shipping operators.
The University of Plymouth PFSO course follows the framework of the ISPS Code, and is approved by the Department for Transport. On completion of this course students will be able to:
- execute the PFSO responsibilities in accordance with the ISPS Code and national requirements
- manage and revise port facility security plans
- coordinate effective search plans and security operations
- understand the ISPS code 2012 security levels and implement actions accordingly
- develop, maintain and review port facility access control
- conduct port security assessments and threat analyses.
The course is designed for any security officer with overall responsibility for port security under Department for Transport guidelines.
Qualification
Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) delivered by a Department for Transport approved training provider.
Cost £750
In-house training options also available, please call us for more information.
Duration
This qualification must be undertaken over a minimum of three days.
Who should attend
The course is designed for any security officer with the responsibility of overall port security with the Department for Transport guidelines.
Assessment
An end of course exam will assess students.
Location
Delivered on the University of Plymouth main campus.
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