Marine Security Officer
CurrentShip’s security is one of the greatest concerns for every shipping company whose ships ply in international waters. Though there are advanced systems such as ship security alert system (SSAS) and ship security reportingsystem (SSRS) to enhance maritime security, contribution of the crew towards ship’s security play a very important role.The main duties of the ship security officer (SSO) include implementation and maintenance of a ship security plan, while working closely with the company security officer (CSO) and the port facility security officer(PFCO).According to the ISPS code, every ship must have a ship security officer, who has the full responsibility of theship’s security. Implementing and maintaining the ship security plan (SSP) Managing on board facilities at ship Conducting security inspections at regular intervals of time to ensure that proper security stepsare taken Making all the arrangements for staff and member travels Making changes to the ship security plan if need arise Propose modifications to the ship security plan by taking various aspects of the ship intoconsideration Help in ship security assessment (SSA) Ensure that the ship’s crew is properly trained to maintain a high ship security level Enhance security awareness and vigilance on board ship Guide ship’s crew by teaching ways to enhance ship’s security Report all security incidents to the company and the ship’s master Taking view and suggestions of the company security officer and the port facility securityofficer into consideration while making amendments to the ship security plan Help company security officer (CSO) in his duties Take into account various security measures related to handling of cargo, engine roomoperations, ship’s store etc. Ensure that the ship security equipment is properly operated, tested, calibrated, and maintained