Proficiency In Designated Security Duties (PDSD)

Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD) is a course intended for all seafarers who have designated security duties onboard a vessel that is required to comply with ISPS (International Ship and Port Facilities Security). 

The prime objectives of this course are to understand: 

- Why security is important aboard a vessel and the roles of the various organisations and individuals involved; 
- What constitutes a threat, how to recognise it and what to do; 
- The formal procedures involved and the processes required; 
- What equipment can be used to assist in this task and how it can help us; 
- How to plan, prepare, monitor and carry out security duties. 

Course Information 
• This course has been approved by the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency and is internationally recognised. 
• The course lasts approximately 8 hours, though you are able to enter and exit the course as often as you require 
• You can complete the course content in your own time, wherever you are in the world