Regulatory basis
- STCW 2010 Regulation VI/6
- STCW Code Section A-VI/6-1
- ISPS Code Part A
STCW Basic & Advanced
Security Awareness Training
Security Awareness Training raises crew understanding of maritime security threats, recognising suspicious activity, and ship security plan responsibilities under the ISPS Code.
Target audience
- All seafarers without designated security duties
Prerequisites
- None
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Maintain security awareness aboard ship
Recognise security threats including piracy and armed robbery
Understand ship security plan procedures
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Maritime security policy
- ISPS Code overview
- Security levels
02
Threat recognition
- Piracy
- Stowaways
- Smuggling
- Cyber threats
03
Reporting
- Communication procedures
- Suspicious behaviour
Assessment
Written knowledge test.
Certification
STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Security Awareness.
References & further reading
Authoritative sources
This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.
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