Security courses are required under the ISPS Code. Typically 3 days.
PFSO is run by 2 approved institutes in Mumbai region.
Port Facility Security Officer covers the ISPS obligations of a port facility rather than a ship: assessing the facility, maintaining and exercising the Port Facility Security Plan, controlling access and cargo handling areas, and coordinating with ships and authorities at each security level.
Required to hold the PFSO position at a port facility.
Approvals and durations as published by DG Shipping, and the duration can differ between institutes. Batch dates and fees are as published by each institute and can change — confirm before you travel. Shiplo does not take bookings or payment for courses.