Security courses are required under the ISPS Code. Typically 2 days.
SSO is run by 7 approved institutes in Chennai region. Two publish fees, Rs 3,900 to Rs 4,000. Next batch 15 October at Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training. AMET City College also runs it with MFA together for Rs 7,000, Rs 500 less than booking both separately.
Ship Security Officer qualifies an officer to hold the designated SSO role aboard. It covers implementing and maintaining the Ship Security Plan, conducting security assessments and drills, liaising with the Company Security Officer and port facility, and managing security equipment and reporting.
Required to serve as Ship Security Officer, a role every ship must fill.
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.