VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER (VSO)

VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER (VSO)

VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER (VSO)

This syllabus covers the requirements of the STCW Code as amended Chapter VI, Section A-VI/5. Those who successfully complete this course should be able to undertake the duties and responsibilities of a designated Vessel Security Officer as defined in 33 CFR Part 104, which include, but are not limited to:
 
Regularly inspecting the vessel to ensure that security measures are maintained;
Ensuring maintenance and supervision of the implementation of the VSP, and any amendments to the VSP;
Ensuring the coordination and handling of cargo and vessel stores with other shipboard personnel and with relevant Port Facility Security Officers;
Proposing modifications to the VSP to the Company Security Officer (CSO);
Ensuring that any problems identified during audits or inspections or periodic reviews are reported to the CSO, and promptly implement any corrective actions;
Ensuring security awareness and vigilance on board the vessel;
Ensuring adequate security training for vessel personnel;
Ensuring the reporting and recording of all security incidents;
Ensuring the coordinated implementation of the VSP with the CSO and the relevant Facility Security Officer, when applicable;
Ensuring security equipment is properly operated, tested, calibrated, and maintained;
Ensuring consistency between security requirements and the proper treatment of vessel personnel affected by those requirements; and
Ensuring TWIC programs are in place and implemented appropriately.

There is no Sea Time Required to take our VSO course but there are Sea Time Requirements to apply for the Vessel Security Officer endorsement from the USCG National Maritime Center.
Please visit   https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/NMC/pdfs/checklists/mcp_fm_nmc5_218_web.pdf to view the Vessel Security Officer Checklist. 
 
 

Any applicant who has successfully completed your Vessel Security Officer (MARINS-573) course will satisfy: The requirements of 46 CFR 11.337(a) for an STCW endorsement as Vessel Security Officer; AND The Vessel Security Officer standards of competence required by STCW Code Section A-VI/5 and Table A-VI/5, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 21-14(Ch-1).

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VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER 10/19/2026 San Diego, CA CA, San Diego Oct 19 2026 Oct 20 2026 $550.00 Add To Cart
VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER 10/26/2026 Newport Beach, CA CA, Newport Beach Oct 26 2026 Oct 27 2026 $550.00 Add To Cart
VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER 2026-11-19 VA, Norfolk Nov 19 2026 Nov 20 2026 $550.00 Add To Cart
VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER 12/14/2026 Everett, WA WA, Everett Dec 14 2026 Dec 15 2026 $604.45 Add To Cart

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