JOHN B. LACSON FOUNDATION, INC.

M.H. Del Pilar Street, Molo

Iloilo City 5000 Philippines
Online Training with 24 Trainees
SHIP SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING AND TABLE
SEAFARERS WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES TOP
ITEM
STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, Tables A-VI/6-1 EXERCISE
and VI/6-2 No. 1
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Exercise Title Methods for physical searches and non-intrusive inspections

Duration 20 minutes per trainee (See note)
Competence Recognition of security risks and threats
Knowledge of the methods for physical searches and non-intrusive
K. U. P.
inspections
After the exercise, the trainees must be able to:
Exercise Outcome
1. Carry out physical searches and non-intrusive inspections in
accordance with prescribed procedures.

Online before the exercise to include the following:

 State that the basis for the exercise is under Tables A-VI/6-1 and VI/6-2 of
STCW Convention, 1978, as amended.
 State the aim of the exercise.
Briefing
 State the objectives of the exercise.
 Explain the exercise scenarios.
 Explain the parameters.
 State the duration of the exercise
 Explain that result shall be declared during the de-briefing.
Exercise Area Online
Online presentation of the following:

Handheld metal detector

Step board
Equipment Needed Cotton Gloves Handbag/Luggage
for inspection Inspection stick
Torch light
Exercise sheet with (tabletop worksheet)

The table top exercise sheet with worksheet shall be provided to the
Condition trainees through online, and once completed, the worksheet shall be sent back to
the instructor online through the internet.
The vessel is underway to loadport, and as part of the preparation, the SSO will
Scenario
require the crewmembers to demonstrate the proper techniques in physical
Description
searches of persons and baggage.

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 JOHN B. LACSON FOUNDATION, INC.
M.H. Del Pilar Street, Molo
Iloilo City 5000 Philippines
Online Training with 24 Trainees
SHIP SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING AND TABLE
SEAFARERS WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES TOP
ITEM
STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, Tables A-VI/6-1 EXERCISE
and VI/6-2 No. 1
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Ship’s Particulars N/A

The trainees to individually test their internet connection and confirm to the
Initial Condition/s instructor that the tabletop exercise sheet and worksheet is available. All trainees
shall start and end the exercise at the same time.
 Give the necessary briefing before starting the exercise.
Instructor’s
Recommended  Practical Exercise:
Action 1. Carry out the methods for physical searches and non-intrusive
inspections
 Practical Exercise:
Trainee’s 1. Describe the methods to carry out physical searches and non-
Recommended intrusive inspections.
Actions
See performance criteria for specific activities.
The trainees to repeat the activities which are not done properly and will be
declared competent when all the performance criteria are complied. The trainees
Table top Exercise
are allowed to repeat 3 times. Mark DONE or NOT DONE (use the legend) on
the EXERCISE CHECKLIST.

Performance
Performance Criteria Done Not done
Standard
Describe the methods to carry out physical searches and non-intrusive
inspections
1. The dialogue to visitor before the search ✓
2. Search of personal effects/baggage. ✓
1. Carry out physical
a) The step by step procedure of search ✓
searches and
non-intrusive b) The protocol of taking out an item from the bag ✓
inspections 3. Proper physical search of person (using the hand) ✓
a) The sequence and manner of doing the physical ✓
search
b) Dialogue of asking to take out an item from the ✓
visitor’s pocket.

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 JOHN B. LACSON FOUNDATION, INC.
M.H. Del Pilar Street, Molo
Iloilo City 5000 Philippines
Online Training with 24 Trainees
SHIP SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING AND TABLE
SEAFARERS WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES TOP
ITEM
STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, Tables A-VI/6-1 EXERCISE
and VI/6-2 No. 1
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Performance
Performance Criteria Done Not done
Standard
4. Physical search of person (using the portable metal ✓
detector
a) The procedure of pre-use check ✓
b) The manner of holding the detector and the distance ✓
1. Carry out physical
searches and from the visitor’s body
non-intrusive c) The sequence of visitor’s body to check ✓
inspections d) The manner of doing the actual checking ✓
e) The protocol to use when an alarm is activated on the ✓
detector while checking the visitor
5. The dialogue to use after the search and inspection ✓

Online after the exercise, to include the following:

 Explain the purpose of de-briefing.

 Always focus on the submitted exercise. What was done and not.
 State what was done satisfactorily.
De-briefing
 Ask the lead role for comments.
 Identify by asking the students what needs to be improve or the errors done
in the exercise.
 Improvement should have general consensus.
 Encourage discussion and trainee participation.

Note : Execution = 20 minutes per trainee, Briefing = 5 minutes, Debriefing = 5 minutes (Total
30 minutes)

Result: The result will be given online after the exercise.

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 JOHN B. LACSON FOUNDATION, INC.
M.H. Del Pilar Street, Molo
Iloilo City 5000 Philippines
Online Training with 24 Trainees
SHIP SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING AND TABLE
SEAFARERS WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES TOP
ITEM
STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, Tables A-VI/6-1 EXERCISE
and VI/6-2 No. 1
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TABLE TOP WORKSHEET

(ATTACH TO EXERCISE CHECKLIST
Class No.SD-41 0622 Date : 03 June 2022
Activities : Describe the methods to carry out physical searches and non-intrusive inspections, to
include the following:

1. The dialogue to the visitor before the search and inspection:

Good morning/good afternoon ma'am/ Sir welcome to the M/V Lacson to be followed by checking and
inspection

2. Search of personal effects/baggage

a) The step by step procedure of search:

Step 1-The visitor should be asked to stand with his arms raised on the side and legs slightly apart.

Step 2- start the search from the collar downwards running your hands over the shoulders, below the
arms, chest, front/back, paying attention to the spinal area down the legs, socks and shoes. Run your
hands over the arms to ensure nothing in hidden check the watch for any signs of tampering.

Step 3 - If a hat is worn, ask the visitor to remove the hat and inspect its insides.

Step 4-Ask the visitor to take out anything that appears suspect in the pocket.

Step 5- If a coat is worn, inspect the labels and collar carefully.

Step 6-Check the contents of any baggage, briefcase or toolbox.

b) The protocol of taking out an item from the bag (for closer checking):
Inspect the content of any bags, briefcase, of toolbox carried by the visitor closer to see whether
anything is harmful in it or if it does not match the work that the visitor is expected to do. Example, large
tools inside the bag of a person who has come for Computer repairs.

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3. Proper physical search of person (using the hand)

a) The sequence and manner of doing the physical search:
The crew must conduct the physical search for visitors with respect and in a manner that reduces
the potential a misunderstanding or disrespect leading to a confrontation.

b) Dialogue of asking to take out an item from the visitor’s pocket.

Ask the visitors with respect to avoid disrespect. Example: Hello ma’am/ sir good morning can you
please take out all the items in your bag/ pocket because this is part of our inspection. Thank you

4. Physical search of person (using the portable metal detector)

a) The procedure of pre-use check:
Ma’am / sir please kindly relax because I'm going to check. You using the metal detector. Please
stand with this arms raised on the side and his legs slightly apart.

b) The manner of holding the detector and the distance from the visitor’s body
The metal detector align to the part of the body up to down. The distance should not be close for the
visitor is comfortable.

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 JOHN B. LACSON FOUNDATION, INC.
M.H. Del Pilar Street, Molo
Iloilo City 5000 Philippines
Online Training with 24 Trainees
SHIP SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING AND TABLE
SEAFARERS WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES TOP
ITEM
STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, Tables A-VI/6-1 EXERCISE
and VI/6-2 No. 1
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c) The sequence of visitor’s body to check

Start from the collar downwards running your hands over the shoulder, below the arms, chest,
front, back, down legs, sock and shoes.

d) The manner of doing the actual checking:

With respect and in a manner that reduces the potential of misunderstandings or disrespect
leading to a confrontation.

e) The protocol to use when an alarm is activated on the detector while checking the visitor

 Collar to downward
 Running your hands over the shoulders
 Below the arms
 Chest
 Front and back
 Down to legs
 Check the socks
 Check the shoes

5. The dialogue to use after the search and inspection

*Ma’am /sir thank you for your coordination and complying. You may now proceed to the next station,
have a good day and safe travel.*

Trainee’s name: ALLESA, ARJAY R. Instructor’s name & signature: