Description
The Ship Security Officer (SSO) certification in Brazil is covered by the CPPM (Curso para Profissionais de Proteção Marítima) course. The CPPM certifies participants for the CSO and the SSO (Ship Security Officer) duties. In order to obtain these certificates the participant must convert his certificate (issued by SHELTER and approved by the Port Authority) to either SSO or CSO
The Ship Security Officer (SSO) training course focuses on providing candidates an understanding of the role, duties and responsibilities of the Ship Security Officer (SSO) onboard the vessel. Further, it defines how they liaison with the port facility security officers and flag-state officials to ensure that appropriate protective security measures are implemented and maintained.
Upon completion, the candidate will be able to:
- Document and assess the existing security threats and risks, where they are and how they impact the vessel, especially as they relate to passage planning, the Ship Security Assessment (SSA).
- Develop, implement, maintain and update the Ship Security Plan (SSP).
- Ensure that security equipment/systems are properly operated, maintained and tested.
- Organize and manage emergency preparedness, training, drills and exercises on board.
- Undertake regular inspections to ensure that security measures are implemented correctly and that standards are maintained by watch keeping officers and crew alike.
This training corresponds to the IMO Model Course: Ship Security Officer – IMO Model Course 3.19.
NOTE: The course lectures, handouts and workbook are all in Portuguese. The training provided is in accordance with international standards as required by the IMO in the STCW convention; however it is tailored to the requirements set out by the Brazilian Maritime Authority.
Target Audience
The SSO is a person appointed by the company and the ship’s master for ensuring the security of the ship.
Objective
Enable the student to perform the duties of the Company Security Officer – CSO, Ship Security Officer – SSO or to work with Maritime Security, according to Notice/MSC 1154/2005 IMO; Rule VI/5 of the STCW-78 Convention, as amended; with Section A-VI/5 and Table A-VI/5 of the STCW-78 Code, as amended; and the International Ship Safety Code and Port Facility (ISPS Code).
For more information about the Company Security Officer (SSO) Training please read more here.
Duration
Duration
2 days (weekdays only)
Course load
16 hours
Schedule
8pm to 5pm
Participants per Class
30 students
Documents Required
• Upon registration the student must be over 18 years of age;
• Foreigners must present 02 (two) copies of their passport;
• Certificate of primary or higher education;
• Photograph sized 3x4.
Course Content
• Protection Responsibility – 1.5 hour
• Protection Management – 1 hour
• Identifying, Recognizing and Responding to Threats – 1 hour
• Ship Protection Evaluation – 2 hours
• Ship Protection Actions – 2 hours
• Protective Equipment – 2 hours
Benefits
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| International Certificate (in English) | Modern Classrooms | Coffee Break | Experienced Professors |
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| Complete Notes and Handbook in PDF | Close to Metro & Tram Stations | Free Wifi /td> | Partnerships with Recruitment Agents |
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| Meals Included in Field Training | Modern Training Center | New and Sanitized PPEs | Executive Bus for Transport |
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| Personal Insurance for Accidents | Discounts in Restaurants | Discounts in Hotels | Support and Rescue Crew |
Investment
Rio de Janeiro
From US$ 350,00 To US$ 319,00Payment Methods
Certificate
Approval
The student must have:
• Minimum attendance of 90% of all classes;
• Satisfactory performance in practical classes;
• Grade equal to or greater than 6.0 (six) on a scale of 0 to 10 in theoretical evaluation.
Certificate
After finishing this course the approved student will receive a certificate awarded by SHELTER and endorsed by the Brazilian Maritime Authority with international validity of 5 years.
Location
Rio de Janeiro
Address Rua da Quitanda 191, Sobreloja - Centro - RJ - BRAZILFor enquiries in English please use call:
+55 21 2253-6983 / 2253-6982 / 3177-3535
Santos
Address Rua Amador Bueno, 384, Paquetá - Santos-SP - BRAZILPhone: +55 (13) 3224-2529 / 3224-235
