Maritime Security, ISM, Vetting, Internal Audit, Risk Assessment, TMSA, Response Management and Other Related Training Programs in the U.S. and Worldwide
Headquartered in Cherry Hill, NJ, HudsonAnalytix Training offers Security services for the maritime sector worldwide. They specialize in ISPS Code compliance services, such as online ship threat assessments and ship, port and terminal Security assessments, reports and plans as well as CSO/SSO and PFSO training. Led by subject matter and marine experts, the training programs and exercises cover security, regulatory compliance, vetting, operations, management and response.
The lectures combine real-world examples and hands-on demonstrations and exercises. All training programs are designed around the needs of the clients and offered at their offices, on their vessels or at a convenient off-site location. Group and individual courses are available and the company has received approval from the USCG NMC for the delivery of all of its USCG-approved Maritime Security training courses via online video conferencing.
HudsonAnalytix offers a unique approach to enterprise security that is predicated on deep expertise in shipping and seaports operations and security as well as a converged approach to security that considers physical, operational, and Cyber Security as connected elements within the spectrum of enterprise security.
All Maritime Security training courses are conducted in accordance with the ISPS code and in conjunction with Hudson Trident. The curricula are approved and certified by DNV SeaSkill, MARAD and MSA.
Training Programs
Maritime Security Training
- Ship Security Officer (SSO)
- Company Security Officer (CSO)
- Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Vessel/Facility Personnel with Specific Security Duties
- Vessel/voyage-specific training for narcotics searching, evidence collection, and chain of custody
ISM Training
- ISM Code Training: Targeted to General Management Staff, this course covers ISM code background, code amendments and future trends. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of management, DPA and Masters in audits and inspections. The course stresses Port State Control activities, non-conformities and corrective activities, as well as the purpose and importance of near misses, the importance of closing the loop following any audit, inspection, incident, non-conformity report.
- Table Top Exercises (TTX): Table Top Exercises cover IMO ISPS Code requirements for trading and are in compliance with the ISPS Code. These courses cover owner options when facing piracy; security level actions and considerations; International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) code updates; and security and port recertification.
Vetting Training
- Fleet Management Vetting Awareness Training: This program explains the vetting processes from the position of the charterer as customer.
- Seafarer Training: This course was developed to raise awareness of the Tanker vetting process among onboard officers.
- Vetting Familiarization and Training for Tanker Operator Shore-based Staff: This course provides an overview of tanker vetting, TMSA, element objectives, the role and purpose of ship inspections, and the role of ship and shore management.
- Fleet Management Incident Training - The Customer Vetting Prospective: This training program emphasizes best practices in incident training and response, and serves as an opportunity to re-establish confidence in a company’s safety management team should an incident occur.
- Vetting Manager Training: This course is designed for general management staff and explains the roles and responsibilities at the authority level.
- Senior Management Review of Customer Vetting Interface: Offering insight into ways to exceed customer expectations and increase chartering business, this course covers enhanced management of vetting issues
- Fleet Management Preparation for a Customer (Charter) Vetting Meeting: It covers when to go and when to avoid Vetting Meetings, establishing agendas, customer needs, interpersonal skills, meeting behavior, data preparation, dos and don’ts and how to conclude a meeting.
- Superintendent Review of Customer Vetting Interface: This course supports general managers in properly detailing job descriptions, recruiting staff and monitoring onboard performance.
Internal Audit Training
- Master Audit Training: This course is an introduction to auditing for ship management and operations personnel not directly involved in daily compliance requirements.
- Fleet Management Preparation Training For a Customer Audit: Intended for Senior and General Management, this course emphasizes the role of TMSA and outlines and evaluates its 12 elements.
Risk Assessment Training
- Risk Assessment for TMSA and Technical and Commercial Maritime Operations: The Risk Assessment courses prepare you to assess, manage and minimize risk.
- Risk Assessment Training: This course will equip you with appropriate definitions and strategies to assess your exposure and minimize the consequences.
TMSA Training
- Best Practice Maintenance Planning and Monitoring Training: This course emphasizes best practice as they relate to planning, maintenance and monitoring. A case study is used to provide practical examples and real-world scenarios.
- Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis Training: This course aids in answering those questions and offers corrective and preventative actions to reduce operational, commercial and financial impacts.
- Management, Leadership and Accountability Training: This course is designed to help Senior and General Management chart a direction for their organization.
- Management of Change: This two-day course specifically focuses on all objectives outlined in element No. 7 of the TMSA Guidelines.
Response Management Training
- Contingency Planning and Emergency Preparedness: This course prepares you for the worst. It helps you develop your emergency response team and identify the best leader.
- OPA 90 Table Top Exercises (TTX): The TTX will cover all US Federal & State requirements for trading in US Waters. It will address response organizations and relationships, vessel and owner involvement, situation reports, drill and exercise requirements, exercise process scenario and briefing and group responses and exercise debriefing.
- Media Training: This course prepares you for interacting with the media and upholding your company’s reputation in even the most challenging times.
Other Courses
- Claims Management Training: The course stresses background information and practical claims philosophy and organizational services, and reviews Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
- Training & Exercise Programs: Training modules may include sessions in Crisis Media Management, Oil Spill Methodology & Technology, Alternative Cleanup Methods, Vetting Training, Claims Management, and Maritime Security, among other subjects
Other Services
- Ship Security Assessment (SSA)
- Ship Security Plan (SSP)
- Ship Security Audits
- Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA/FSA)
- Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP/FSP)
- SMS Consulting services related to the IMO 2021 mandate
- Cyber Risk Management
LAST UPDATED ON Nov 29, 2022