ESP Maritime Security Training
Enhanced Security Professionals, provides all maritime security (MARSEC) industry professionals the necessary training and certifications along with advanced tactical training, to counter unexpected piracy attacks in many high risk areas around the world.

Our certified maritime experts and Instructors can assist any client or industry:
-Maritime Weapons Instruction - OPNAVINST 3591.1E - Standard
-Maritime Crew Course Training
-Maritime Security Awareness Certification : REQUIRED (Domestic & International)
-FSO, CSO, VSO Maritime Training and Certifications
-CQB, Boarding & Gunfighting Skills for private vessels, yachts, tourism and deep sea fisherman
 
   
 
Maritime Weapons Instruction
Our course provides students the opportunity to qualify Pistol, Carbine & Shotgun - one of each weapon - under OPNAVINST 3591.1E.  It provides weapon handling and shooting experience beyond the basic qualification on the 9mm pistol, 5.56mm carbine, and 12 gauge shotgun.  All students or units will receive expert instruction on marksmanship and the tactical employment of each weapon.
MWI    $995
 
 
Maritime Security Course - Crew Course
Personal Watercraft, Sail, Yacht  :  Piracy at Sea Gunfighting Skills
This course will effectively train all Captains and Crews who own large personal watercraft cruising the Atlantic & Caribbean to learn defensive, close quarter firearm techniques and tactics. Its principal focus will address repelling pirates/boarders/thieves, and provide close quarter room clearing skills if your craft has been boarded.  The main weapons for this course are the Tactical Shotgun and Pistol.  However, we will also cover the use of semi-auto carbines during your training series. 
MSC-CC    $575


Maritime Security Awareness Training : MSA :
REQUIRED
Enhanced Security Professionals, offers the Maritime Security Awareness Certification to all companies and contractors who must comply with the U.S. Maritime Transportation and Security Act and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.  Our course is accredited and approved by the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Maritime Administration.  This course provides knowledge to all facility and vessel personnel with respect to the security of a facility and/or vessel. 
Upon completion of this course, participants will have met training requirements defined by 33CFR 104.225 and 105.215, and Parts B13.4 and B18.3 of the ISPS Code.'
 
Learning Objectives Include:
-Familiarity with relevant provisions of the FSP and VSP.
-The meaning and the consequential requirements of the different security levels.
-Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices.
-Knowledge of the emergency procedures and contingency plans.
-Recognition of characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security.
-Techniques used to circumvent security measures.

The Maritime Security Awareness Certification (MSA) is a mandated training and certification by Maritime Administration (MARAD) and the United States Coast Guard (USGC) before you work at a maritime facility or vessel on the water.
MSA    2hrs / Online Course  $150  :  Classroom Training / 1 Day
 
 
Tactical Defense Instructor™
This intensive Instructor Certification Program will present every student with many realistic, real life scenarios pertaining to personal assault and personal abduction by an armed attacker.  Students will become familiar with self defense options against attacks involving firearms, knives and improvised weapons.  This style of  immediate action training can provide you the skills necessary to survive these life threatening encounters. It may also give you the advantage needed in order to break free, escape, or defend yourself with the appropriate force.
TDI    $475
 

Tactical Shotgun Course
This course is designed specifically for owners, maritime crews and on board security personnel concerning the shotgun's role as a traditional support weapon and in close quarters on board.  All students will be taught the effective use of this versatile weapon and its role at sea.  Our course will give students and crews the understanding of defensive movements and tactics when repelling boarders and during piracy at sea scenarios.
TSC    2 Days    $475
 
 
FSO, CSO, VSO Combo Training & Certification
Enhanced Security Professionals, provides a combo training and certification course to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Facility Security Officer (FSO), Company Security Officer (CSO) or Vessel Security Officer (VSO), in particular, the duties and responsibilities with respect to the security of a facility or a vessel. This approved certified course meets the training requirements as defined by 33CFR 104.210, 104.215 and 105.205 and Parts B13.1, B13.2, and B18.1 of the ISPS Code.

Learning Objectives Include:

Relevant international conventions, codes and recommendations.
Relevant Government legislation and regulations.
Methodology of vessel security assessment.
Methods of vessel security surveys and inspections.
Vessel and port operations and conditions.
Vessel and facility security measures.
Emergency preparedness and response and contingency planning.
Handling sensitive security related information and security related communications.
Knowledge of current security threats and patterns.
Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices.
Techniques used to circumvent security measures.
Security drills and exercises, including drills and exercises with vessels.
The Vessel Security Plan and related procedures (scenario-based training on how to respond).
Crowd management and control techniques.
Online Training / 3-4 hours    :    Classroom Training / 3 Days