ISO 28007-1-2015 PDF

Full title and description

Ships and marine technology — Guidelines for Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSC) providing privately contracted armed security personnel (PCASP) on board ships (and pro forma contract) — Part 1: General. This International Standard provides sector-specific guidance to organizations that implement ISO 28000 and that provide armed security personnel on board merchant vessels to manage risks, legal compliance and operational safety.

Abstract

ISO 28007-1:2015 gives guidelines containing additional sector-specific recommendations which organizations certified to ISO 28000 can implement to demonstrate they provide Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) on board ships. It covers governance, risk assessment, training and operational controls aimed at safe, legal and accountable use of armed personnel in the maritime environment.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard; reviewed and confirmed by ISO in a subsequent review).
• Publication date: Edition 1 — published March 26, 2015 (commonly referenced as 2015-03/04).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 47.040 (Seagoing vessels); 03.080.20 (Services for companies).
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (ISO 28007-1:2015).
• Number of pages: 24.

Scope

ISO 28007-1:2015 provides guidance for Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSCs) that supply Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) to ships. The scope includes requirements and recommendations for governance, operational planning, personnel selection and training, weapons and equipment management, use-of-force considerations, reporting and incident investigation, and contractual arrangements (including a pro forma contract). The standard is intended to be applied in conjunction with ISO 28000 and addresses maritime-specific issues for PSC operations.

Key topics and requirements

• Governance and management responsibility for PMSCs, including policies and legal/regulatory compliance.
• Risk assessment and planning for vessel transits, threat mitigation and route-specific controls.
• Selection, vetting and competency requirements for PCASP personnel.
• Training and recurrent exercises covering maritime operations, use of force, first aid, fire and emergency response.
• Weapons, ammunition and equipment controls, storage, carriage and transport procedures.
• Rules of engagement, escalation of force and incident management aligned with applicable law.
• Contractual arrangements and a pro forma contract template to define roles, responsibilities and liability.
• Record keeping, reporting, incident investigation and continual improvement mechanisms.
• Health, safety and welfare provisions for personnel and shipboard personnel interaction protocols.

Typical use and users

Primary users are Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSCs) seeking to align operations with internationally recognized best practice when deploying armed guards on commercial vessels. Secondary users include shipowners, ship operators, charterers, insurers, classification societies, flag and port authorities, certification bodies and auditors assessing PMSC capability and compliance. The standard is used to inform contracts, operational planning and certification/assessment processes.

Related standards

ISO 28007-1:2015 is part of the ISO 28000 series (security management systems for the supply chain) and replaces/updates the earlier ISO/PAS 28007:2012 (withdrawn and superseded by this Part 1). Related documents and guidance include ISO 28000 (security management system requirements for the supply chain), industry/private security sector standards (e.g., ASIS/ANSI maritime security guidance), IMO guidance and relevant national/regional rules on arms carriage and use of force.

Keywords

PMSC, PCASP, private maritime security, armed guards, ISO 28000, risk assessment, rules of engagement, weapons management, ship security, pro forma contract.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 28007-1:2015 is an international guideline standard that provides sector-specific recommendations for Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSCs) that provide privately contracted armed security personnel (PCASP) on board ships.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers governance, risk assessment, personnel selection and training, weapons and equipment control, rules of engagement, incident reporting/investigation and contractual arrangements (including a pro forma contract) relevant to the safe and lawful provision of armed maritime security services.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Primary users are Private Maritime Security Companies seeking to demonstrate best practice and conformity with ISO 28000-related security management; shipowners, operators, insurers and certification bodies also use it to evaluate PMSC capabilities.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 28007-1:2015 superseded ISO/PAS 28007:2012; the 2015 edition is the published International Standard and was confirmed in ISO’s review process (review activity recorded by ISO). Users should check with national standards bodies or ISO for any later amendments or newer parts.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of the ISO 28000 family of standards (security management systems for the supply chain) and is specifically designated as Part 1: General for guidance related to PMSCs and PCASP aboard ships.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: PMSC, PCASP, maritime security, armed guards, ISO 28000, pro forma contract, rules of engagement, weapons management, risk assessment.