Hostile Environment Awareness Training Take Control Of Your Survival

Course overview

Why is workplace training on hostile environments important?

Many jobs and professions are quickly evolving into high-risk environments, especially for humanitarian workers who must go to or work in dangerous environments, particularly in unrest-plagued nations or areas. There is a need to be well prepared for such surroundings or potential threats due to the rapid development in hostile environments.

How will taking this HEAT course benefit me at work?

This course is well-suited to provide both fundamental and in-depth knowledge about spotting a hostile community and how to act in one. To survive in a dangerous environment, one must be alert. Therefore, this course pays close attention to signs that may often be utilized to evaluate a hostile situation and come to the optimal safety option.

In addition to providing you with theoretical learning principles, this Trainee Bee training course will also provide you with real-world examples to help you relate the problem to a practical setting. Participants in the HEAT training are better able to recognize harmful situations and quickly steer clear of them as a consequence.

Introduction

Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) Course is designed to improve personal security and analysis skills. It allows individuals to understand the risks associated with working in hostile or dangerous environments. The course covers a wide range of topics such as appropriate attire, personal conduct, risk assessment and how to respond to threatening situations. Students will gain knowledge and understanding on how to coordinate with team members, plan travel routes and evaluate the current security environment to reduce the potential for harm. Ultimately, the goal of HEAT training is to equip individuals with the skills to effectively recognize and mitigate risks posed in the field.

We are The Training Bee, a global training and education firm providing services in many countries. We are specialized in capacity building and talent development solutions for individuals and organizations, with our highly customized programs and training sessions.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing Hostile Environment Awareness Training: Take Control of Your Survival, participants will be able to:

• Working understanding of the security challenges that the field environment presents
• Quick evaluation of hazard and risk associated with that danger
• Adequate understanding of communication methods for law enforcement engagement and personal safety
• Use of communication and navigational tools with discretion
• Recognize the significance of particular language and codification, first aid administration, and other fundamental medical procedures

Our Unique Training Methodology

This interactive course comprises the following training methods:

• Role-playing – Participants will take part in several roleplays and understand practical ways of solving issues.
• Journaling – This consists of setting a timer and letting your thoughts flow, unedited and unscripted recording events, ideas, and thoughts over a while, related to the topic.
• Social learning – Information and expertise exchanged amongst peers via computer-based technologies and interactive conversations including Blogging, instant messaging, and forums for debate in groups.
• Mind mapping and brainstorming – A session will be carried out between participants to uncover unique ideas, thoughts, and opinions having a quality discussion.
• Interactive sessions – The course will use informative lectures to introduce key concepts and theories related to the topic.
• Presentations – Participants will be presented with multimedia tools such as videos and graphics to enhance learning. These will be delivered engagingly and interactively.

Training Medium

This Hostile Environment Awareness Training: Take Control of Your Survival training is designed in a way that it can be delivered face-to-face and virtually.

Course Duration

This training is versatile in its delivery. The training can be delivered as a full-fledged 40-hour training program or a 15- hours crash course covering 5 hours of content each day over 3 days

Pre-course Assessment

Before you enroll in this course all we wanted to know is your exact mindset and your way of thinking.
For that, we have designed this questionnaire attached below.

• What are the primary steps for assessing and mitigating potential hostile environments?
• What are the different levels of physical attacks and how can we defend against them?
• What type of medical care should be administered in a hostile environment?
• How can technology be used to improve safety in hostile environments?
• How can we best protect our team in a hostile environment?
• What methods can be used to identify and monitor a hostile environment?

Course Modules

This Hostile Environment Awareness Training: Take Control of Your Survival covers the following topics for understanding the essentials of the Agile Workplace:

Module 1 – Getting Started with HEAT

• Overview of the world’s security issues
• Situational awareness on a global, domestic, and local scale
• Overview of the area’s risks
• Personal safety or conduct

Module 2 – Communication

• Introduction to communication that works
• Communication tools
• Emergency numbers
• Constant partner
• Relatives and friends
• Alert mechanisms
• Emergency or crisis communication

Module 3 – Technology-based Communication Devices

• Radio-mediated communication
• Processes and protocols
• Call signs and codes
• Satellite-based phonic systems

Module 4 – Initial Care

• Evaluating a place
• Watching out for fresh threats
• Locking up the area
• Victim assessment
• Application of first aid

Module 5 – Negotiation Techniques

• Beginning a negotiation
• Negotiation theories
• Talents in communication

Module 6 – Risk Evaluation

• A person’s susceptibility
• Corporate vulnerability
• Risk reduction techniques
• Residual danger

Module 7 – Abuse of the sex and violence

• GBV (Gender-Based Violence)
• Sexual abuse
• Sexual harassment
• Rape Prevention with Zero Tolerance
• Individual actions
• Organization-wide rules

Module 8 – Organizational Location Security

• Location of the organization
• Methods of protection
• Measures of dissuasion
• Protocols for emergencies
• Urgent flight
• Emergency equipment

Post-course Assessment

Participants need to complete an assessment post-course completion so our mentors will get to know their understanding of the course. A mentor will also have interrogative conversations with participants and provide valuable feedback.

• After completion of the course, how would you explain the purpose of a HEAT course?
• How could an organization benefit from offering the HEAT course?
• What strategies should be employed when traveling to or operating in a hostile environment?
• What are the key components of a personalized safety plan?
• How can you identify hostile situation in advance?
• What are the best practices for dealing with dangerous situations while abroad?

Lessons Learned

The primary lesson learned from Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is that it is essential to be prepared for any hostile environment you may face while away from home. This includes having an emergency plan, carrying a basic first-aid kit, carrying identification paperwork, understanding the local laws and customs, researching potential dangers in the area, having a reliable means of communication, identifying secure locations, and being mindful of your surroundings. Additionally, understanding self-defense basics and having resources to stay safe in the environment is also important.

“With HEAT training, you can anticipate any upcoming risk.”