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MARITIME SECURITY

ARMED VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER COURSE Level I

NEXT COURSE DATE: TO BE DETERMINED

Continuing our reputation to adapt quickly to government and commercial demands, TII has developed the Armed Vessel Security Officer (AVSO) Course with a specific focus on Anti-Piracy operations in the Indian Ocean of Gulf of Aden. Our inaugural course was held May 3-5, 2011 in Tampa, Florida, and was attended by security professionals from around the country. The course is 5 days in length and cover numerous aspects of Armed Security operations aboard vessels transiting high-threat waters.

Training includes:

Classroom instruction Pirate Vessel Recce and TTPs Case Studies International Response Best Management Practices Use of Force International and Maritime Law Hostage Situations

Liaising with Regional Naval Forces Vulnerability Assessments Characteristics of a Safe Room Anti-Piracy Annex / Checklist Weapons Safety and Live Fire Training Training aboard a merchant vessel Communications / Command and Control Trauma / Tactical Combat Casualty Care

Maximum Class size is 12 and seats fill fast. Please contact: info@tacticalintel.com to reserve a spot in this highly sought after course, or click the button below to lock in your seat today!

This is a required training for all vessel security personnel conducting anti-piracy operations for TII, however, please note that taking this course does not guarantee employment.

5 Day Course Fee: $1000 ($900 for APSC members). Includes NRA Certified Combat Shotgun course, range fees, weapons rental (AK-47 / Shotgun), ammo, lunch on range days (2 days), local transportation, Shipboard access, course materials, and graduation certificate. Students are responsible for their own billeting, meals, and transportation to/from Orlando International Airport.

TII's goal is to develop a standard from which the Maritime Domain can assess the experience, training, and qualifications of Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSC) and Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) who are to be placed in a critical position of protecting vessels and crews at sea.

Understanding there is no current standard to qualify armed vessel security personnel, TII is now working with the Maritime Industry, Naval and Coast Guard Authorities, as well as other international organizations and reputable private security firms to set the standard for quality and professionalism. Private Maritime Security Companies should be able to safely and effectively secure vessels and crews, respond quickly and efficiently to ship owner requests through strong logistics support, have a verifiable past performance with references, and have a thorough understanding of international law, flag state restrictions, and port protocol in relevant countries in order to legally move weapons and personnel in support of anti-piracy operations. Our ultimate goal is to assist Combined Maritime Forces and the Shipping Industry to protect the seafarer, and ensure freedom of the seas.

TII has been working in the Maritime Domain, developing Anti-Piracy plans, designing ship hardending techniques, conducting crew training, and deploying armed security teams aboard high-risk vessels since 2006. Armed Vessel Security teams act as the first responders to impending threats, communicating with the bridge, mustering the crew, and effectively an attack while your crew remains out of harm's way.