Security courses are required under the ISPS Code. Typically 2 days.
STSDSD is run by 6 approved institutes in Goa. Two publish fees, Rs 4,050 to Rs 7,000. Next batch 12 October at The Institute of Marine Engineers (India), Goa.
Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties covers what the ISPS Code requires of crew who have a specific security role — gangway watch, baggage and stores screening, patrols. It teaches threat recognition, search techniques, the three security levels and what changes at each, and how to act on a bomb threat or stowaway discovery.
The most widely held security certificate. Almost every approved institute runs it.
No prerequisites. Required for crew with designated security duties.
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.