Description
Combined CSO, SSO & PFSO Maritime Security Training
Develop a comprehensive understanding of maritime security across the
company, ship and port facility environment through one integrated professional training programme covering the roles of the
Company Security Officer (CSO),
Ship Security Officer (SSO) and
Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO).
3 Security Roles
CSO + SSO + PFSO
100% Online
Study from anywhere
Self-Paced
Flexible professional learning
Digital Certificate
Upon successful completion
Build Complete Maritime Security Knowledge
Effective maritime security depends on coordinated action between shipping companies,
vessels and port facilities. The Combined CSO, SSO & PFSO Training
provides an integrated learning pathway for maritime professionals who want to understand
how these three important security functions work individually and together.
The programme develops practical knowledge of maritime security responsibilities,
security planning, threat awareness, access control, monitoring, drills, exercises,
reporting and ship–shore–port facility coordination within the framework of the
International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
Three Critical Maritime Security Functions in One Programme
Company Security Officer — CSO
Understand the shore-based security function responsible for supporting company and vessel security arrangements, coordinating security activities and maintaining effective communication with ships and relevant stakeholders.
Ship Security Officer — SSO
Develop knowledge of shipboard security responsibilities, implementation of vessel security procedures, monitoring of security activities, crew awareness and coordination with company and port facility security personnel.
Port Facility Security Officer — PFSO
Explore the security responsibilities associated with port facilities, including security planning, access management, restricted areas, monitoring, communication and coordination with visiting ships.
Why Study CSO, SSO & PFSO Together?
Maritime security is not limited to a single vessel or facility. Effective implementation
requires communication and coordination between the company, ship and port facility.
Studying all three functions provides a broader understanding of the maritime security
chain and how responsibilities interact during normal operations, elevated security
conditions and security incidents.
What You Will Learn
Understand the structure and purpose of the international maritime security framework.
Understand the respective responsibilities of CSO, SSO and PFSO personnel.
Develop awareness of security assessments, plans, procedures and protective measures.
Recognise potential security threats, vulnerabilities and operational risk areas.
Understand security levels and the implications of changing security conditions.
Explore practical approaches to access control, restricted areas and monitoring.
Understand the importance of security drills, exercises and personnel preparedness.
Improve understanding of ship, shore and port facility security coordination.
Build awareness of reporting, escalation and response to security events.
Understand the importance of maintaining appropriate security records and documentation.
Understanding Maritime Security Levels
The programme develops awareness of how maritime security measures are adjusted according
to changing threat conditions and why personnel must understand the procedures associated
with different security levels.
Security Level 1
Normal operating level requiring appropriate minimum protective security measures.
Security Level 2
Heightened security requiring additional protective measures for a period of increased risk.
Security Level 3
Exceptional security measures when a security incident is probable or imminent.
From Security Planning to Operational Readiness
Maritime security plans are effective only when personnel understand their responsibilities
and can apply procedures in practice. This training helps participants connect security
requirements with day-to-day operations, including access control, restricted areas,
monitoring, communication, drills, reporting and coordination between relevant security
personnel.
Who Should Enroll?
This combined maritime security training is suitable for maritime professionals seeking
broader knowledge of ship, company and port facility security functions.
Flexible Online Maritime Security Training
The course is delivered online and is designed to support flexible professional development.
Participants can progress through the learning materials according to their own schedule
while developing knowledge across the CSO, SSO and PFSO security functions.
Demonstrate Your Maritime Security Training
Upon successful completion, participants receive a digital certificate from
International Maritime Training confirming completion of the programme.
The training supports professional development for personnel working in or seeking greater
knowledge of maritime security, shipping operations and port facility security.
Strengthen Your Maritime Security Knowledge
Understanding the relationship between company, vessel and port facility security can be
valuable for professionals working across shipping companies, vessel operations, terminals,
port facilities and maritime security functions. The combined programme provides a broader
learning pathway than studying only one security role in isolation.
Build a Complete Understanding of Maritime Security
Study CSO, SSO and PFSO together through one flexible online maritime security programme
designed for maritime professionals.