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Course Description & Schedule
The course is designed to cater for all levels of knowledge, as well as being progressive; it is not designed to catch you out in any way. We want to work together with you, to teach you some subjects, remind you of others and enhance your knowledge to operate more safely in some of the more challenging situations you may find yourselves. Our aim is to give you the confidence and skills to reduce your risks no matter what your background and expertise.
Please see below the contents of your training day
VMTV Hostile Environment Awareness Training schedule
TIMINGS | CONTENT | |
Arrival and registration | ||
0930 | Course Introduction Instructor introduction and background – VMTV staff introductions Outline of the course. | |
0935 – 1045 | Overview of Current Domestic Hostile Incidents Realistic reflection on current trends/patterns and the implications/ pressures for media personnel covering the major Public Order Situations in the current environment. Consider incidents in Covid protests, Pre-Planning what can go wrong Introduction to PPE & when to wear. First Aid Kits | |
1045 – 1100 | Coffee Break | |
1100 – 1230 | Personal Conflict Management Public Order Diffusing aggressive situations, public disorder, dealing with crowds/ police tactics. | |
1230 – 1300 | Lunch | |
1300 – 1400 | Introduction to Surveillance Methods to detect and what to do if you suspect professional surveillance | |
1400 – 1500 | Personal Safety Considerations Situational Awareness of personal safety relating to travel, hotels & methods to reduce risk. | |
1515 – 1530 | Coffee Break | |
1530 – 1645 | Emergency Trauma Management Domestic First aid techniques & Trauma Management in Crowds | |
1700 | Course Completion |