Operating in remote and austere environments brings unique challenges, especially when dealing with vehicle-related incidents where traditional emergency services may be hours — or even days — away. This course provides participants with the critical skills and decision-making frameworks needed to respond effectively to such situations with limited resources and support.

 

Course Overview

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Delivered by The Soteria Group’s experienced instructors, this course is designed for personnel who operate vehicles in remote, wilderness, or expeditionary contexts. Whether you're a member of a remote workforce, an NGO, a security team, or an overland explorer, this training prepares you to confidently manage incidents when help is far away.

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Course Objectives

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Participants will learn to:

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• Assess and secure the scene of a vehicle incident in remote or high-risk environments.

• Perform casualty triage and provide basic lifesaving medical care using improvised or limited equipment.

• Conduct safe and efficient extrication of casualties from damaged or overturned vehicles.

• Manage mechanical issues and vehicle recovery to maintain mobility and safety.

• Develop pre-incident planning, including risk assessments, route planning, and communication protocols.

• Integrate personal and team security considerations into incident response, especially in unstable or hostile regions.

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Key Topics Covered

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• Scene Safety and Incident Management: Establishing control, managing bystanders, and communication protocols.

• Casualty Care and Medical Response: Primary surveys (MARCH/ABCDE), bleeding control, airway management, and patient monitoring.

• Extrication Techniques: Manual handling, stabilisation of vehicles, access methods, and improvised tools.

• Vehicle Recovery Fundamentals: Basic winching, towing, and field repairs in remote settings.

• Security and Threat Awareness: Incident response in insecure environments, defensive positioning, and movement.

• Planning and Preparedness: Pre-departure checklists, convoy protocols, emergency contingency planning.

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Course Format

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• Duration - Typically 2–3 days (customisable based on client needs)

• Delivery - On-site or at a dedicated training facility; field-based practical sessions included

• Methodology - Hands-on scenarios, tabletop exercises, and theory-based classroom modules

• Certification - Certificate of Completion issued by The Soteria Group

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Who Should Attend

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• Remote field workers and field medics

• Humanitarian and development personnel

• Security contractors and convoy drivers

• Adventure travel and overlanding groups

• Emergency preparedness professionals