Off-Site Safety Management

Royal Geographical Society Certified Off-Site Safety Management Qualification

Off-Site Safety Management 

This 15-hour (2-day) non-residential course concentrates on the need to plan, manage and evaluate any off-site visit in any context. A certificate of attendance will be provided for all delegates. 


The course is designed to provide the delegates with an understanding of the safety systems and statutory requirements needed by an individual and their establishment planning off-site activities. It is intended to meet the needs of groups across a very wide range of off-site activities. 


It is relevant to field workers, exploration geologists, expedition teams, outdoor instructors, teachers and university lecturers, especially those who are responsible for off-site visits within their organisations, such as fieldwork, adventurous outdoor activities, expeditions and cultural visits. The course is divided into three sections, each representing a vital stage in managing an off-site activity/event.
PLANNING FOR THE EVENT: 
This section addresses those aspects of planning which must be completed before the group departs in order to ensure the safe management of the event. It includes assessing the needs of the group, arranging the necessary staffing, and undertaking a risk assessment.

MANAGING THE EVENT: 
This section addresses the key management requirements relating to group safety during an activity including dynamic risk assessment, appropriate actions and procedures required when dealing with both minor and major incidents and contingencies.

EVALUATING THE EVENT: 
This section addresses the essential review of the whole event that must be carried out to effectively improve future planning and practice. The course consists of lectures, group work, and practicals. Comprehensive course notes are provided.

Quality training from experienced and qualified instructors designed to minimise the risk of incidents occurring and enabling your staff to respond appropriately if an incident occurs. Our training courses are all certified and will assist you in evidencing that you have satisfied your legal Duty of Care and compliance with the relevant sections of safety standards such as the Expedition Provider’s Association, Year Out Group, BS:8848 and the University Safety and Health Association Safety in Fieldwork standards

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“...a very thorough and comprehensive look at the vast array of possible and probable dangers that we expose ourselves to in exploration work...” 

Field Exploration Manager operating in Central America 
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