MARITIME SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING

MARITIME SECURITY OFFICERS COURSE

Forces Protection Group is proud to deliver the Maritime Security course to the highest professional standard. Our training is designed and delivered by experienced instructors with extensive naval, military, and security backgrounds, ensuring candidates receive world-class instruction in all aspects of maritime protection and counter-piracy operations.

Maritime Security Course

Provider: Forces Protection Group
Duration: 6-9 days (flexible depending on client/industry requirements)
Qualification: Certificate of Completion (aligned to international maritime security standards, e.g., IMO, ISO, and industry best practice)

Course Requirements

Age: Minimum 21 years
Background: Prior military, law enforcement, or private security experience recommended (exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis)
Medical: Candidates must be medically fit and provide proof of recent medical clearance

. Introduction to Maritime Security

Overview of maritime threats (piracy, terrorism, smuggling, stowaways)
International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations and legal framework
Roles and responsibilities of maritime security operatives

2. Maritime Security Operations

Shipboard security procedures
Embarkation/disembarkation protocols
Crew and passenger liaison
Vessel protection drills and watchstanding

3. Threat Awareness & Risk Assessment

Recognising suspicious activity at sea and in port
Intelligence gathering and reporting procedures
Route risk assessments and voyage planning

4. Counter-Piracy & Defensive Measures

Vessel hardening techniques
Use of barriers, citadels, and safe rooms
Counter-boarding drills
Rules of engagement and escalation of force

5. Weapons Handling & Use of Force

Firearms safety and handling (maritime-specific weapons systems)
Rules for the use of force (RUF)
Live-fire a simulation training scenarios

6. Emergency Response & Crisis Management

Hostage survival principles
Emergency communication protocols
Casualty evacuation and first aid at sea
Firefighting and damage control basics

7. Maritime Law & Compliance

International and national laws affecting maritime security
Private Maritime Security Company (PMSC) regulations
Rules of engagement in international waters vs. territorial waters

8. Practical Exercises

Onboard security drills
Counter-boarding and anti-piracy exercises
Full mission profiles (FMPs) replicating real-world scenarios

Assessment & Certification

Continuous assessment during practical training
Written knowledge test at course conclusion
Practical evaluation through scenario-based exercises
Successful candidates receive a Forces Protection Group Maritime Security Certificate