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The course provides learners with the requisite knowledge to meet mandated instruction requirements under STCW, the MNTB KUPs, IMO Model Course 3.26, and the Maritime \u0026amp; Coastguard Agency (MCA) guidelines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarding Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Designated Security Duties (PDSD) Course has received approval from the UK DfT Maritime \u0026amp; Coastguard Agency (MCA) and is internationally acknowledged and accepted. It incorporates the 2010 Manila Amendments and conforms to the specifications outlined in Section A-VI\/6, paragraphs 6 to 8 of the STCW Convention and Code, along with Table A-VI\/6-2. It is advised that you confirm with your vessel, crewing agency, or company that the administration of the superyacht you will be on accepts MCA certification. The MCA is whitelisted by the IMO and internationally accepted under the Standards for Training, Certification \u0026amp; Watchkeeping (STCW).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe acceptable course duration for the online STCW Superyacht Designated Security Duties Course is 6.5 to 8 hours. The variance in time is designed to accommodate all learners, no matter their reading speed. However, the minimum time requirement must be met along with passing the official assessments to finish the course. This is a mandatory stipulation for taking this MCA Approved course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscounts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the code\u003cstrong\u003e OFC-10\u003c\/strong\u003e in the coupon code window after clicking buy, to receive 10% discount!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Our Faceless Crew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50624294551881,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/6746\/1449\/files\/SY-PDSD-1a-1-bc68f135_d47d289a-8e1f-4a7a-9e6c-ad20ae5c608d.jpg?v=1724755446"},{"product_id":"proficiency-in-security-awareness-for-superyachts-mca-approved-stcw-isps","title":"Proficiency in Security Awareness for Superyachts MCA Approved (STCW ISPS)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"uk-heading-bullet uk-scrollspy-inview\"\u003eCourse Introduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe goal of this Online Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA) Course, also known as Yacht Security Awareness Training, is to furnish the crew and personnel working aboard the various types of yachts with fundamental education and training that satisfies the Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency (KUP) requirements. While also complying with the 2010 Manila Amendments and adhering to the stipulations outlined in Section A-VI\/6, paragraphs 4 of the STCW Convention and Code, as well as Table A-VI\/6-1, and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs per the ISPS Code, there is a fundamental security certification mandate for individuals regularly present on or visiting vessels. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecourse serves as the mandatory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e minimum security-related training requirement under STCW ISPS for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea superyacht, motor yacht, or megayacht\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e crew or staff who are not assigned specific security duties onboard. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe course equips learners with the essential knowledge to fulfil the mandated instruction according to STCW, the MNTB KUPs, the Maritime \u0026amp; Coastguard Agency (MCA) guidelines, and IMO Model Course 3.27. This is not a security training course instructing you on security practices, but more to provide awareness of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evarious procedures, protocols, international codes, and conventions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that are in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarding Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Security Awareness (PSA) Course is fully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapproved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by the UK DfT Maritime \u0026amp; Coastguard Agency (MCA) and holds international recognition and acceptance. It encompasses the 2010 Manila Amendments and aligns with the requirements of Section A-VI\/6, paragraph 4 of the STCW Convention and Code, as well as Table A-VI\/6-1. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvisory Note: It is advisable to confirm with your crewing agency, vessel, or company that the administration of the yacht you will be working on accepts MCA certification. The MCA is whitelisted and internationally accepted under the Standards for Training, Certification \u0026amp; Watchkeeping (STCW).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe duration of the online \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyacht security training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is around 3 to 4 hours. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe time for completion will differ due to different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reading speeds, but the minimum time requirement must be fulfilled along with the relevant official assessments to successfully finish the course. 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The SSO carries responsibility for implementing appropriate security measures aboard the vessel in accordance with the Ship Security Plan (SSP) under the ISPS Code. The SSO also oversees the implementation of security measures outlined within the Ship Security Plan (SSP) whenever the yacht is in transit or docked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShip Security Officers are entrusted with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaintaining the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ship Security plan and must ensure that all staff and crew members, especially those who have completed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virsec.org\/courses\/stcw-designated-security-duties-pdsd-course\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesignated Security Duties Course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, fulfil their security obligations onboard the yacht. The SSO course provides learners with the necessary instruction to meet the mandated requirements under the STCW, the MNTB KUPs, IMO Model Course 3.19, and the Maritime \u0026amp; Coastguard Agency (MCA).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarding Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ship Security Officer (SSO) Course is fully approved by the UK DfT Maritime \u0026amp; Coastguard Agency (MCA) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eholds international\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recognition \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand acceptance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MCA is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e listed on the IMO Whitelist. The SSO Course encompasses the 2010 Manila Amendments, aligns with the requirements of Section A-VI\/5, paragraphs 1 to 4 of the STCW Convention and Code, and considers the guidance offered in Section B-VI\/5 of the Code \u0026amp; Table A-VI\/5. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvisory Note: Confirm with your crewing agency, vessel, or company that the administration of the vessel you will be working on accepts UK MCA certification. 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The Level 2 Food Safety we offer is a \u003cstrong\u003eMCA approved\u003c\/strong\u003e food safety course, delivered on Zoom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Audience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone working on, or frequenting a superyacht, mega yacht, or motoryacht.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Course Duration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Level 2 food safety course is a one-day course and is assessed by a multiple choice exam with a pass mark of 13\/20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remote training option is blended learning; a precourse food safety workbook to complete prior to a 5 hour Zoom session before an online exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscounts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the code\u003cstrong\u003e CREW\u003c\/strong\u003e in the coupon code window after clicking buy, to receive 10% discount!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther courses available via Zoom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMCA recognised, accredited courses Axtell can run at your premises or on Zoom include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for stewardesses and chefs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Level 2 food safety course is accepted by MCA, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/government\/uploads\/system\/uploads\/attachment_data\/file\/1035263\/Table_1_-_Ofqual_level_2_qualifications_accepted_by_the_MCA.odt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to check\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering Refresher\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for all food handlers who already possess an existing regulated food safety qualification but are in need of an updated certificate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Level 2 food safety refresher course is accepted by MCA, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/government\/uploads\/system\/uploads\/attachment_data\/file\/1035263\/Table_1_-_Ofqual_level_2_qualifications_accepted_by_the_MCA.odt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to check\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering\u003c\/strong\u003e which is relevant for all chefs and anyone with responsibility for supervising food safety, particularly sous chefs, head chefs, supervisors and managers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Level 3 food safety course is accepted by MCA, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/government\/uploads\/system\/uploads\/attachment_data\/file\/1035264\/Table_2_-_Ofqual_level_3_qualifications_accepted_by_MCA.odt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to check\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering\u003c\/strong\u003e is relevant for head chefs, executive chefs, managers. This qualification is a five day qualification and is sufficient training to register to deliver food hygiene training (subject to a suitable training qualification). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Our Faceless Crew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51977533620553,"sku":null,"price":184.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/6746\/1449\/files\/IMG_2957.jpg?v=1742924213"}],"url":"https:\/\/ourfacelesscrew.com\/collections\/mca-approved-courses.oembed","provider":"Our Faceless Crew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}