Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (A-VI/6-2)

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Proficiency in Designated Security Duties - Superyachts

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The online PDSD Course is fully approved by the UK Maritime & Coastguard and is internationally recognised and accepted. It includes the 2010 Manila Amendments and conforms to Regulation VI/6, paragraph 4 and Section A-VI/6, paragraphs 6 to 8 of the STCW Convention and Code 1978, as amended and incorporates Proficiency in Security Awareness laid down in Regulation VI/6 and Section A-VI/6 of the STCW Convention and Code and has also met the additional criteria specified in the STCW Convention and Code, applicable to the issue of this certificate.

About the Online PDSD Course:

This fully online PDSD Course tailored specifically for Superyacht crew and staff provides the required training to those who have been entrusted with fulfilling designated security duties on board yachts to increase the security and safety of the vessel whilst in port, or at sea. Studies have demonstrated that crewmembers with high-quality training are far more proficient in both a stressful environment and during a security-related incident.

Awarding Body:

This online course is fully approved and certified under the UK Department for Transport Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA).

Target Audience:

To give those undertaking designated security duties on board yachts with the essential education and training meeting the Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency (KUP) requirements set out in the following STCW table, which supports Chapter XI-2 of the annex to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 1974, as amended and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.

Course Qualification:

STCW Reg VI/6. paragraph 4 and Section A-VI/6, paragraphs 6 to 8 of the STCW Convention and Code 1978, as amended and incorporates Proficiency in Security Awareness laid down in STCW Reg. VI/6, paragraph 1 Section A.VI/6, paragraph 4.

Pre-Requisites:

There is no intake restriction, although some sea going experience would be an advantage before undertaking a designated security duties course, and neither is there a requirement for the learner to have completed security awareness training before being enrolled on a designated security duties training course.

Regulations Addressed:

The International Ship & Port Security (ISPS) Code, STCW Table A-VI/6-2.

Course Learning Outcomes:

The learner knows why yacht security is important and knows the roles and responsibilities of the organisations and individuals involved.

The learner knows what constitutes security risk, threat and vulnerability to the yacht, its personnel and operations.

The learner knows the capabilities and limitations of security methods, equipment and systems.

The learner knows how to maintain the measures in a Ship Security Plan and related requirements.

The learner is able to maintain the effectiveness of security arrangements, procedures and equipment at the three security levels, considering their limitations.

Online Course Structure:

The course consists of:

5 independent modules representing the introduction, the three Learning Outcomes.

The inclusion of several short films.

Confirmation questions after each module.

Downloadable Course Manual.

A Final Official Course Assessment.

Course feedback.

Online Assessment:

There are multi-choice on-screen learning confirmation questions to complete at the end of each section, and a final randomised test. This test may be taken as often as required and the pass mark is 70%.

Course Duration:

The course lasts for approximately 8 hours depending on the learner’s abilities and reading speed. However, you can enter and exit this course as often as you require.

Mode of Delivery:

This course is delivered using interactive Learning Management System (LMS). Students follow easy on-screen instructions to progress through the course. The program contains text, still photographs, video clips and animations. The course is delivered 100% online with absolutely no requirement to attend a test centre.

Course Structure

Course Subjects:

This is one of the most informative online PDSD Courses available, boasting an impressive amount of subject matter meeting with the requirements under the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB).

The Development of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code.

Understand the relevant international conventions, codes and recommendations relating to Maritime Piracy & Armed Robbery against Shipping.

Understand the roles and responsibilities of relevant bodies and organisations.

The roles and responsibilities of Contracting Governments, Designated Authorities, and Recognised Security Organisations.

The Security Roles & Responsibilities of Crew and Port Security Personnel.

Measures and Procedures for Maritime Security (MARSEC) Levels.

Recognition of weapons, dangerous substances and devices.

Recognition of persons who may pose a threat to the security of the ship.

Identifying techniques used to circumvent security measures.

The handling of Sensitive Security-Related Information (SSRI) and Communications.

Identifying security threats including Maritime Piracy & Armed Robbery against Shipping.

Security methods, equipment & systems.

Security monitoring, monitoring equipment & systems.

The Ship Security Alert System (SSAS).

The Ship Security Plan (SSP).

The provisions for maintaining security.

Criteria for setting Maritime Security (MARSEC) levels under the ISPS Code.

Actions to prevent weapons, dangerous substances and devices being brought on board.

Guidance and measure for Anti-Piracy and Anti-Armed Robbery.

Responses to Emergency Situations including Maritime Piracy & Armed Robbery against Shipping.

Physical Searches & Non-Intrusive Inspections.

Crowd Management & Control Requirements.

Emergency Drills & Exercises.

Useful Information

VAT is only applied at the checkout subject to your location and billed at you loacl rate within the EU.

VAT is NOT charged if you are located and make the payment outside the EU. (non EU resident).

Approved By:

UK DfT Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA).

Notification of Course Completion & Course Certificate:

You must notify us upon completing your course, including all requested paperwork. The official Certificate is emailed to you within 24 hours of us receiving and opening your email. Requests for official certificates sent on Friday after 1500 hrs GMT will be processed the following Monday (excluding Bank Holidays). Please refer to our Terms & Conditions of Sale.

Hardcopy Certificate:

A hardcopy, embossed version of the online certificate can be requested and will be posted to your address for an additional fee of £36 GBP (+VAT).

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