REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

IMO ISPS Code and Australian transport security requirements and regulations applicable to vessels and ports in Australia

Company security procedures and requirements

Roles and responsibilities of vessel company and port facility personnel with respect to vessel and port security

Purpose and typical content of ship security plans and related confidentiality issues

Requirements for handling securitysensitive information

Procedures and processes for carrying out vessel security assessments audits and inspections

Purposes of various types of security equipment used on vessels an procedures for their operation testing calibration and maintenance

Procedures for coordination of the implementation of ship or vessel security plans in collaboration with master vessel personnel and company and port facility security officers

Procedures for security threat identification recognition and response including

a

conducting physical searches and nonintrusive inspections on a vessel

b

implementing and conducting searches on a vessel

c

recognising and detecting weapons and dangerous substances and devices

d

recognising persons posing potential security threats to a vessel or port facility

e

recognising techniques typically used by people to circumvent security measures

f

using appropriate crowd management and control techniques in a simulated or actual security crisis situation

The three security risk levels of the ISPS Code and the actions required of a ship security officer at each level

Purpose and content of a Declaration of Security

Purposes and processes for security emergency contingency planning and emergency drills and exercises

Documents and reporting requirements related to vessel security including

a

reports of the outcomes of vessel security assessments

b

reports on security incidents that may have occurred on a vessel

c

reports on deficiencies and nonconformities identified during a security audit or inspection

d

reports of action taken in respect of an identified security threat

Requirements for the regular conduct of security drills and exercises as per company procedures and applicable maritime security regulatory requirements

Requirements and processes for instructing vessel personnel on security responsibilities and ways of maintaining security awareness and vigilance

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with others on matters related to vessel and port security

Read and interpret instructions procedures and other information relevant to the role and responsibilities of a ship security officer

Select and use appropriate communications equipment when carrying out the role and responsibilities of a ship security officer

Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations

Complete documentation and reporting requirements on matters related to vessel security

Coordinate the development implementation and modification of a ship security plan for a vessel

Work as a team with others on matters relevant to the maintenance of vessel and port security

Take appropriate initiatives related to vessel and port security within limits of role and responsibility

Organise and conduct vessel security assessments audits and inspections

Monitor and anticipate security problems and risks and take appropriate action

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace and security contingencies risk situations and potential threats

Identify and solve problems and potential threats associated with the maintenance of vessel and port security

Report security issues and threats and take appropriate action based on available information and procedures

Instruct vessel personnel on security responsibilities and ways of maintaining security awareness and vigilance using appropriate methods

Operate test calibrate and maintain specific security equipment used on a particular vessel

TDMMOA CARRY OUT SHIP SECURITY OFFICER FUNCTIONS

TDMMO207A CARRY OUT SHIP SECURITY OFFICER FUNCTIONS

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to

a

Supervise implementation and modification of the ship security plan for a vessel

b

Undertake regular security assessments audits and inspections of a vessel

c

Monitor and coordinate security aspects of handling cargo and stores

d

Identify and recognise security threats to a vessel or port

e

Develop security awareness skills and vigilance of personnel on a vessel

f

Confirm that security equipment on a vessel is correctly operated and maintained

g

Report on issues relevant to the security of a vessel

h

Communicate effectively with others on security issues

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

supervising implementation and modification of the ship security plan for a vessel

carrying out security assessments audits and inspections of a vessel

monitoring and coordinating security aspects of handling cargo and stores

identifying and recognising security threats to a vessel or port

developing security awareness skills and vigilance of personnel on a vessel

confirming that security equipment on a vessel is correctly operated and maintained

reporting and communicating with others on issues relevant to the security of a vessel

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

vessel port and company security procedures

relevant Australian maritime and transport security requirements instructions and regulations

job procedures and work instructions

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TDMMOA CARRY OUT SHIP SECURITY OFFICER FUNCTIONS

TDMMO207A CARRY OUT SHIP SECURITY OFFICER FUNCTIONS

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify identified security situations problems deficiencies and incidents in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions and communication with others

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral examinations and

Appropriate practical assessment must occur

i

at the registered training organisation andor

ii

on an appropriate maritime commercial or training vessel

Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

participate in a range of practical and theoretical assignments exercises case studies and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to carry out functions role and responsibilities of a designated ship security officer on board a vessel andor

b

carry out functions role and responsibilities of a designated ship security officer on an operational vessel

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

VARIABLE

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

b.

Work is performed:

1

c.

Work involves:

1

a

Ship security plan for a vessel is:

1

b

Maritime workplaces may include:

1

2

c

Relevant security personnel may include:

1

2

3

4

5

VARIABLE

d

Security situations to be covered by contingency plans may include but are not restricted to:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

e

A security assessment is:

1

f

A security assessment may include but is not restricted to consideration of:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

g

Examples of persons posing a potential security risk may include, but are not restricted to:

1

2

3

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7

VARIABLE

g

Examples of persons posing a potential security risk may include, but are not restricted to:

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persons carrying suspicious parcels which could be bombs

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10

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h

Techniques to instruct vessel personnel about security responsibilities, awareness and vigilance may include but is not limited to:

1

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8

9

10

i

Security drills may relate to such incidents as:

1

2

3

4

5

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7

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9

VARIABLE

j

Security drills or exercises may include:

1

full scale or live simulations

2

3

k

Dependent on type and size of vessel, security equipment may include but is not limited to:

1

2

3

4

5

6

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8

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12

l

Places on avessel for the concealmentof weapons, dangerous substances and devices may include but arenot limited to:

1

2

3

4

5

6

m

Workplace procedures may include:

1

2

3

4

VARIABLE

m

Workplace procedures may include:

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5

standard operating procedures

n

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

o

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

2

3