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Course overview

Safety and security training is essential for humanitarians given the risks to which they are exposed, especially when working in conflict zones. Although humanitarian work can be dangerous and risks cannot be completely eliminated, with sufficient risk assessment and preparation, it is often possible to prevent incidents or at least minimise the impact of them. HAD’s ‘Safety and Security in the Field’ training is a 4-day programme delivered in two phases: Phase 1 on prevention and impact mitigation and Phase 2 on practical ways to deal with security incidents.

In addition to classroom-based content, the course includes two e-learning modules that participants must complete prior to attending the face-to-face component. The e-learning modules provide a valuable grounding in security matters, while the face-to-face component provides a unique opportunity for participants to share experiences and exchange ideas, as well as to form new alliances upon which they can draw when travelling.

If you travel abroad for your work, our safety and security course is for you.

Main Objectives:

To understand the difference between safety and security.
Describe the role of preventative measures in personal security.
List the factors that impact personal security.
Identify who is responsible for aspects of security.
Define risk, threat, and vulnerability in the context of personal security.
Identify threats
Analyse threats and the potential impact of a threat should it materialise.
Experience realistic simulations and practice appropriate reactions.
Learn how to use a two-way radio.
Learn and practice some basic self-defence techniques.

What will you learn?

1
Part 1: What is Safety? What is Security?
2
Part 2: Context
3
Part 3: Risk Threats and Vulnerability
4
Part 4: Security Strategies
5

Part 5: Before You Go
6

Part 6: Whilst You Are Away

Who is this course for?

Humanitarians working in the field.
Humanitarian workers across all fields of the sector that have travel included in their job descriptions.

L&D team

The Learning and Development team have extensive experience delivering this training course, designed specifically for the needs of the NGO and charity sector. They are well-equipped to take your skills to the next level with techniques that suit your learning style, be it at our bespoke training centre in Birmingham or via our new virtual space.

HAD empowers trainers in local communities to equip themselves with the skills needed to effectively transfer their knowledge to their peers, fostering long-term sustainability.

Testimonials

Find out why people trust us

Train The Trainer Programme was a great opportunity for me to connect with all trainers in the field who know best the context of Yemen and in specific the Civil Society Organisations in Yemen. HAD provided me with the right skills & knowledge to be able to tackle some difficult projects and tasks in my field of work. The academy is helping to leave a legacy and build the true capacity of local CSOs and to also have a team of local experts and trainers like myself who’ll be ready to provide training for the purpose of improving the performance of CSOs for the benefit of the Yemeni citizens.

Khalid from Yemen on the TTT programme

“The training added new information and knowledge to my understanding which reflected in my report writing and proposals directed to stakeholders, decision makers and donors. I am now able to write reports that are more comprehensive clear, and rich with information. Since the training, we have secured new projects and are aiming to have long-term ones as well to ensure we maintain the sustainability of our association and benefit large numbers of vulnerable people in the Gaza Strip who are suffering from difficult conditions.” I’d like to give a massive thank you to HAD who helped me improve my skills and transformed my abilities as a humanitarian.”

Hadeel from occupied Palestine on report writing training

“The programme has given me the opportunity to exchange knowledge and be part of a bigger change for communities in Yemen, as a women.”

Reham from Yemen on the TTT programme

“First, I would like to thank HAD team and the trainer who explained the lesson and the importance of follow-up, evaluation and accountability during our report writing and strategic planning trainings. I found the trainings to be very useful and focused on my needs as a humanitarian working in Iraq.”

Tazhan from Iraq on strategic planning training

“I learned the difference between primary and secondary sources and I benefited a lot, as the workshops were very focused on helping us with the type of work we do in the ministry and really strengthened my abilities & knowledge”