Proficiency in
Designated Security Duties (PDSD)

Marine Security Course

COURSE DURATION

1 Day

COST

£150

Proficiency in Designated Security Duties PDSD is a one day course that provides those undertaking designated security duties on board ship with the essential training, education, understanding and proficiency requirements.

The course covers why ship security is important, the roles and responsibilities of the organisations and individuals involved in ship security, what constitutes a security risk, threat and vulnerability to the ship, its personnel, cargo and operations, and the capabilities and limitations of security methods, equipment and systems.

Course Content

  •  Operational requirements of the ISPS Code and SOLAS amendments
  • Ship security 
  • Personnel and vessel search methods.
  • Crowd management
  • Identification of restricted areas.
  • Responsibilities of the company, CSO, SSO, the Master, PFSP and persons with designated security duties
  • Communication Security
  • Response to a security incident

Examination Type

Written Exam

Other fees and requirements

This course also requires:

  • Passport size photo with candidate’s name on the back

Certificates will be sent directly to candidates by the  completion of the exam.

To apply for your place or find out more:

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