Maritime Security Management and Control as per ISPS Code

Marine & Offshore · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900

Overview

The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) is a comprehensive set of measures to enhance the security of ships and port facilities, developed in response to the perceived threats to ships and port facilities in the wake of the 9/11 attacks in the United States.

Learning Objectives

• Define the nature of their facility and how they are affected by the requirements of the ISPS code
• Identify the mandatory and guidance regulations of the ISPS code
• Develop risk assessment tools towards the Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA)
• Construct the 3 levels of the Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP) with enhanced knowledge of security issues
• Effectively operate and interact with the port facility security plan with the ships security officer and ships master

Who Should Attend

The course will be of benefit to those who find themselves responsible for or involved with maritime security at port facilities.

• Professionals in HSE
• Marine and offshore engineers
• Operations and technical personnel

Course Outline

Day 1 — The Background to the International Maritime Security Framework

• Who the code applies to
• Types of port facilities
• Protection categories
• Understand the ISPS code

Day 2 — Recognition and Detection of Weapons, Dangerous Substances, and Devices

• Firearms
• Low explosives
• Incendiary devices
• Grenades

Day 3 — Introduction to Port Facility Security

• Security administration
• Responsibilities and functions of security organizations
• Handling sensitive security-related information
• Knowledge of current security threats and patterns

Day 4 — Port Facility Security Assessment

• Risk assessment 4: 2: 1
• Risk assessment methodology
• Key point identification CARVER
• Evacuation planning

Day 5 — Port Facility Security Plan This will bring together the discussions and group work of days 1 – 4 with the format of the port facility secur

• Case study development of security Level 1
• Case study development of security Level 2
• Case study development of security Level 3

Accreditation

Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.

Dates & Venues

Dates	Venue	Delivery	Duration	Fee (USD)
20–24 September 2026	Riyadh, KSA	Public	5 days	3,900
4–8 October 2026	Istanbul, Turkey	Public	5 days	4,500

Enquire about Maritime Security Management and Control as per ISPS Code · Enquire on WhatsApp

Frequently Asked Questions

What do Al-Khobraa marine and offshore courses cover?

The portfolio covers offshore safety and survival, marine and vessel operations, dynamic positioning, port and terminal operations, marine cargo handling, offshore installation and rig operations, and marine inspection and maintenance — aligned with international maritime standards.

Who should attend a marine or offshore course?

These courses suit marine and offshore engineers, vessel and rig crews, port and terminal operations staff, marine superintendents and surveyors, offshore HSE personnel, and logistics or contractor teams supporting offshore installations.

How long are marine and offshore courses, and where are they held?

Most Al-Khobraa marine and offshore courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.

What certificate will I receive?

Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.

Can marine and offshore training be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. Any Al-Khobraa marine and offshore course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.

Related Marine & Offshore Courses

• Advanced Fabrication and Construction of Fixed Offshore Structures
• Advanced Operation & Safety Practices in Terminals Handling Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk
• Anchor Handling Within Offshore Fields
• Asset Integrity Management for Purpose-Built FPSO’s and Subsea System Facilities
• Chartering, Hiring of Vessels & Marine Insurance
• Coastal Engineering and Shore Protection Structures
• Commercial Diving Technology for Engineers
• Container Terminal Planning and Development

Browse all Marine & Offshore training courses