EXPEDITIONMEDIA documenting adventure

This course is essential for all those filming in areas, which have the potential to be hazardous whether through civil unrest, the harshness of the terrain or the remoteness of the location. The course covers various subjects ranging from conflict management through to dealing with a road traffic accident and recognition and treatment of various diseases and conditions such as malaria and altitude sickness.

This one-day course has been specifically designed to provide the attendee with an overview of the health and safety management involved in television production work. Roles and responsibilities in H&S; management are also clarified and it raises awareness of where the individual can get further help or information

A Health & Safety Executive approved four-day course that complies with the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Approved Code of Practice L74 guidelines for the qualification of workplace First Aiders. On successful completion the individual will be certified as a First Aider for 3 years

A one-day, non-assessed course, recommended by HSE in the new ACOP L74 as the minimum level of first aid training for persons in low-risk workplace environments.

1.2 million people die each year in car accidents, the majority of which occur in developing countries. The exploration and production of hydrocarbons requires companies to operate in many of these areas. Whilst the Oil and Gas industry is continually striving to reduce the risk through the introduction of excellent driver safety training programs, they can never predict the actions of another driver, the weather or completely reduce the risk of a roll over due to the terrain. In a remote location managing a victim entrapment situation presents us with additional difficulties: for example, accessing appropriately equipped rescue services, which are often nonexistent. Remote Trauma has developed a much needed, practical course instructing personnel how to safely handle and use specialist rescue equipment whilst extricating and stabilizing the occupants. Medical and Technical aspects of road traffic collision and entrapment rescue are taught.

This is a practical course ensuring the crew and contributors (if applicable) have a thorough understanding of the basic needs and demands of the particular region they will be operating in. It is tailored to the region or location your production will take you to and will cover numerous subjects such as risk assessment and coping strategies, basic life support, personal and vehicle safety.

Learn from our team of mountain experts, former Special Forces medical officers, medics and expedition leaders how to deal with a medical emergency wherever you are in the world, and whatever the situation. This challenging, 2 day residential course incorporates interactive practical exercises to give you the confidence you need to deal with a medical emergency when travelling off the beaten track or in a remote environment. www.prometheusmed.com