This is an awareness-level course for rural first responders—law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, EMA, local emergency planners, and private maritime community stakeholders. The course equips participants with the basic competencies associated with port and vessel security and a working knowledge of maritime security appropriate to public safety responders in rural jurisdictions. Participants are given instruction on specific maritime security regulations affecting facilities and vessels (e.g., MARSEC levels, SSI, TWIC, etc.). Potential hazards in the dock and vessel environments are also identified.