749 Port Facility Security Awareness |
Addresses the need for port facility security and the basic security requirements mandated by the MTSA. The course explains the intent of the MTSA; outlines a port’s Facility Security Plan; and discusses potential security problems; certain dangerous cargo; and the importance of hazardous materials recognition.
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750 International Maritime Security Regulations |
Examines the IMO role in maritime security; the applicable elements of SOLAS 74; the ports and ships that come under the ISPS Code; and the USCG role in implementing the ISPS Code.
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751 Threats to Maritime Security |
Explains the importance of recognizing threats from piracy, armed robbery, and terrorism; the effects of these threats; and ways to prevent or minimize these threats.
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752 Intermodal Operations |
Defines key shipping terms; risks associated with intermodal shipping; maritime transportation logistics; and documentation required for transporting and transferring cargo.
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753 Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) |
Analyzes the basic goals, provisions, and importance of the Maritime Transportation Security Act, including security measures for identification of people and vessels; provisions for security incident response; MARSEC levels, directives, and security breaches; and enforcement provisions.
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754 MTSA for Facilities |
Explains general requirements of the Maritime Security Transportation Act for facilities; responsibilities and qualifications of entities involved in maintaining a compliant facility security program; and security assessments and plans used to organize facility security.
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755 MTSA for Certain Dangerous Cargo (CDC) |
Examines dangerous cargo pertaining to port facilities and vessels; recognition of a CDC facility or vessel; CDC-required special security measures; and how CDC regulations are interrelated.
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756 MTSA for Vessels |
Delves into Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) regulations as they relate to vessels; responsibilities of the Company Security Officer, Vessel Security Officer, the Master, and the operator/owner; and basic vessel security measures.
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757 Government and Law Enforcement in Maritime Security |
Addresses major maritime security initiatives at the federal level and lists government and law enforcement agencies involved in facility security.
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758 Ship/Port Interface Security |
Explains when to use a Declaration of Security (DoS), what is included in its contents, who can complete one; and the reporting requirements of vessels prior to entering port, including MARSEC level compliance, Notice of Arrival, and Notice of Departure.
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759 Maritime Security Levels (MARSEC) |
Defines MARSEC levels; compares MARSEC and DHS security levels; and describes what actions are required when the MARSEC Level changes.
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760 Port Facility Security Actions |
Illustrates the identity and meaning of each MARSEC level; actions required by port facilities; security procedures; and additional security actions for certain types of facilities.
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761 Facility Security Assessments |
Examines the importance of a Facility Security Assessment (FSA) when creating a Facility Security Plan; the background information needed; conduction of on-scene surveys; analysis and recommendation steps required; and the FSA report.
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762 Risk Assessment Methodology |
Explains the key terms used in risk analysis, the steps taken in the risk assessment process; how to conduct each step; the software and checklists for security risk assessments; and risk assessment best practices.
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763 Security Equipment |
Discusses perimeters of a physical security system and the purpose of each; components of a security system for each perimeter; types, advantages, and limitations of security equipment; and the most important areas of a facility to protect.
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764 Equipment Maintenance, Testing, and Calibration |
Addresses preventive maintenance of security equipment and the implementation and use of records in a preventive maintenance program.
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765 Port Facility Security Plan Development and Approval |
Covers the required content of an FSP and explains how it should be handled; the FSP approval process; and possible temporary security measures that may apply to an FSP.
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766 FSP Implementation and Maintenance |
Explains planning and implementation of a Facility Security Plan; methods to assure that the plan remains effective over time; and communication and approval processes for implementing changes to the plan.
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769 Emergency Procedures |
Addresses the elements of an emergency plan; how to minimize interruption of operations during and after an emergency; actions to take as the result of a bomb threat or releases of chemical, biological, or radioactive agents; and threats to facilities from vessel-related emergencies.
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770 Emergency Preparedness Drills and Exercises |
Addresses the purpose and requirements for drills and exercises; elements and differences; and post-drill/exercise performance assessment and debriefing.
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771 Recordkeeping and Document Management |
Explores types of documents that must be available to the U.S. Coast Guard; validity and verification requirements for the Statement of Compliance; recordkeeping; and handling of Sensitive Security Information.
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772 Training Requirements |
Explains specific training standards mandated by the MTSA for facilities and provides methods for completion.
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773 Training Techniques |
Discusses how adults learn; workforce demographics; trainees with special needs; training development and techniques; evaluating training delivery options; and training session preparation.
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774 Weapons and Dangerous Substances |
Provides facility security personnel with information about weapons and dangerous substances as well as methods for detecting them.
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775 Physical Searches and Screening Methods |
Examines persons authorized to do a search and when one should be done. Non-intrusive searches and special considerations when conducting a physical search are also addressed.
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776 Site Search Methods |
Examines planning a site search; conducting a site search using search sectors and check cards; recognizing when to initiate a search; conducting interior and exterior searches; recognizing hiding places; and handling evidence.
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777 Recognizing Persons Posing Risks |
Addresses security risk observation techniques; general characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security; and appropriate ways to respond to a person who may pose a security risk.
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778 Circumventing Security Measures |
Explores methods used by criminals and terrorists to circumvent security measures; signs of terrorist activities; and techniques to thwart terrorist activities.
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779 Crowd Management |
Explores basic crowd psychology; crowd management during a crisis; physical management of a crowd; event planning; and effective crowd control.
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780 Hazardous Materials |
Addresses: hazardous materials regulations that impact facilities; definition, detection, and identification of hazardous materials; risks associated with handling hazardous materials cargoes and with hosting vessels carrying hazardous materials; and hazardous material incident response at ports.
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781 Drug Awareness for Maritime Employees |
Discusses symptoms and consequences of drug or alcohol abuse; effects and workplace issues associated with drug abuse; purpose of a drug- and alcohol-free workplace policy; resources for seeking help; and a self-test for substance abuse problems.
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782 Drug and Alcohol Awareness for Supervisors |
Addresses the benefits of a drug-free workplace and program; the role of a supervisor; recognizing substance abuse; associated regulations; job factors; confronting employees; and help resources for employees.
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