Training Programs

The PortBeacon programs for ship and marine facility personnel provide the training needed to meet Transport Canada’s Marine Transportation Security Regulations and stay current with the latest industry security practices. We give trainees the knowledge they need to apply the regulations in their job and strive to provide the best training experience available, with on-demand locations and flexible dates at the most competitive prices.

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LMS
LMS

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS

This 35-hour course will take place over four days and is designed for individuals looking to expand their leadership and managerial skills. Leadership and Managerial Skills cover areas such as senior leadership concepts, techniques and skills.

COURSE TOPICS

  • Marine Commerce Introduction

  • Related International Maritime Conventions and Recommendations, and National Legislation

  • Shipboard Personnel Management and Training

  • Task and Workload Management

  • Effective Resource Management

  • Decision-making techniques

  • Development, Implementation and Oversight of Standard Operating Procedures.

SSO
SSO

Ship Security Officer

This is a 21-hour course that is designed for individuals who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer, as defined in the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code. Successful registrants will be issued a certificate of proficiency under Transport Canada guidelines.

Course Topics

  • Introduction

  • Maritime Security Policy

  • Security Responsibilities

  • Ship Security Assessment

  • Security Equipment

  • Ship Security Plan

  • Threat Identification, Recognition, and Response

  • Ship Security Actions

  • Emergency Preparedness, Drills, and Exercises

  • Security Administration

  • Security Training

CSO
CSO

Company Security Officer

This is a 21-hour course that is designed for individuals who may be designated to perform duties and responsibilities of a Company Security Officer, as defined by the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code.

Course Topics

  • Policy and Responsibilities

  • Ship Security Assessments and Plans

  • Ship Security Equipment

  • Threat Identification, Recognition and Response

  • Security Actions and Administration

PFSO / MFSO
PFSO / MFSO

Port / Marine Facility Security Officer

This 18-hour course is designed for individuals who will fulfill and execute Marine Facility Security Officer duties, including the supervision and training of facility personnel that have security responsibilities. Our MFSO course satisfies and exceeds the training standards as set out in Transport Canada Marine Transportation Security Regulations and the International Ship & Port Security Code.

Course Topics

  • Marine Commerce Introduction

  • Marine Security Policy

  • Security Responsibilities

  • Marine Facility Security Assessment

  • Security Equipment

  • Marine Facility Security Plan

  • Threat Identification / Recognition / Response

  • Marine Facility Security Actions

  • Emergency Preparedness / Drills / Exercises

  • Security Administration

  • Security Training

VPWSR
VPWSR

Vessel Personnel with Security Responsibilities

This is a 11.5-hour course that is designed for individuals with security responsibilities, as defined by Marine Transportation Security Regulations. Successful registrants will be issued a certificate of proficiency under Transport Canada guidelines.

Course Topics

  • Introduction

  • Marine Security Policy

  • Security Responsibilities

  • Ship Security Assessment

  • Security Equipment

  • Threat Identification, Recognition, and Response

  • Ship Security Actions

  • Emergency Preparedness, Drills, and Exercises

  • Security Administration

PWSR
PWSR

Person With Security Responsibilities

This is 9-hour course is designed for individuals who may be required to perform marine security duties as assigned and tasked by the Marine Facility Security Officer. Our PWSR course satisfies and exceeds the training standards as set out in Transport Canada Marine Transportation Security Regulations and the International Ship & Port Security Code. Successful students will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Course Topics

  • Marine Commerce Introduction

  • Marine Security Policy

  • Security Responsibilities

  • Marine Facility Security Assessment

  • Security Equipment

  • Marine Facility Security Plan

  • Threat Identification / Recognition / Response

  • Marine Facility Security Actions

  • Emergency Preparedness / Drills / Exercises

  • Security Administration

  • Security Training

MSA / PWOSR
MSA / PWOSR

Marine Security Awareness / Person Without Security Responsibilities

This is an intensive 4-hour course designed for individuals that instills the requirement for marine security as part of the cost of conducting international business using marine transportation. Successful students will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Course Topics

  • Security Responsibilites
  • Marine Facility Security Plan
  • Security Equipment
  • Threat Identification / Recognition / Response
  • Security Actions
  • Training & Administration
Internal Auditing
Internal Auditing

Internal Auditing

This is a 21-hour course designed for individuals who may require the skills to perform internal audits of security activities performed under a marine facility security plan and to satisfy auditing requirement set out in the Marine Transportation Security Regulations. The focus of the course is on group workshops and hands-on practical auditing experience. Successful students will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Course Topics

  • Auditing Inspection requirements

  • Auditing Security Procedures

  • Auditing Drills and Exercises

  • Workshops on:

  • Preparing for an audit

  • Conducting sample audits

  • Making appropriate audit conclusions

  • Developing an annual audit program

  • Learning to use the Audit Checklist Form

  • Period Reviews of the Security Documents and Security Plan

  • Audit Reports and the Issue of Amendments

VPWOSR
VPWOSR

Vessel Personnel without Security Responsibilities

This is a 5.25-hour course designated for individuals who are employed onboard a ship, but who are not assigned specific security responsibilities. Security Awareness training is required for all Seafarers, as stipulated in the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping for Seafarers. Successful registrants will be issued a certificate of proficiency under Transport Canada guidelines.

Course Topics

  • Introduction

  • Marine Security Policy

  • Security Responsibilities

  • Threat Identification, Recognition, and Response

  • Ship Security Actions

  • Emergency Preparedness, Drills, and Exercise