Effective gangway security is an important subject in today's unstable and security-conscious world. The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published a new 8-minute DVD in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese to provide guidance for personnel performing gangway security duties.

'Gangway Security' covers the roles and responsibilities of gangway security personnel including: the control of people and equipment to and from the vessel; the searching of personnel and/or baggage; reporting of security incidents or breaches; assisting with the control of emergency situations; and observation of the quayside.

It acts as a reminder of the three security levels that could be in place and the gangway security members' role, making it clear that the Ship Security Officer will work with members of the gangway security team in all instances. It takes viewers through the role of gangway procedure when dealing with visitors, with drug and alcohol policy, on searching bags and people, and on the emergency plan.

IMCA members can purchase a copy of the DVD at £10 per copy, it is also available to non-members at £20.