8:15AM - 10:15 AM Maritime Security Training Techniques And Requirements

This presentation will provide you with the latest training procedures, best practices and methods as well as how to evaluate exercises and drills and implement lessons learned. The course will also provide you with the most up-to-date security measures and practical applications to improve the safety and security of vessels, ports, and facilities. The course will guide you through the latest training exercises and best practices you can implement immediately in your organization.

Captain Joe Ahlstrom USMM USNR
Professor, SUNY Maritime College
Captain James Staples USMM

10:15 AM - 12:15 PM Responding to the Threat of Piracy

Maritime crews cannot be expected to know instinctively how to react in extreme conflict situations. This session will provide basic but important advice on how to react both to preventing an attack, and in the worst case scenario, dealing with captivity.

How you will benefit:

• Typical modus operandi of pirates
• What to do in the event of a hostile takeover
• Internal company and ship preparation

What will be covered:

• Develop and implement a ship security and counter-piracy plan
• Experience a live, hands-on training demonstration that you can use to train your crew
• Return to work with a solid plan to prepare your vessels for pirate attacks

Session Leader:

Kathy Metcalf
Director, Maritime Affairs
Chamber of Shipping of America

1:15 PM - 3:30 PM Piracy Security Training And Licensing Workshop

This workshop will address training and security designed to help mariners deter and disrupt piracy. The session will provide an indepth survey of advanced tactics couples with lessons learned from recent events while addressing important licensing information to assist on the ever-growing fight against Maritime Piracy.

What will be covered:

• Countermeasures, tactics, and tools for preventing piracy on commercial vessels
• Examination of lethal and non-lethal methods as well as the pros and cons of each
• Training opportunities and next steps to improve vessel security

How you will benefit:

• Learn the most effective techniques for preventing piracy on board marine vessels
• Determine whether lethal force would be effective for your organization
• Reduce your liability with practical applications of vessel security

Session Leader:

Captain Ron Crook
Unlimited Master, Instructor
Mid- Atlantic Maritime Academy