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 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 3 ABOUT WILDERNESS CENTRE SDN BHD ............................................................................................... 3 ABOUT WILDERNESS MEDICINE INSTITUTE ......................................................................................... 4 REQUIREMENT FOR WILDERNESS FIRST AID ........................................................................................ 6 PROGRAM .............................................................................................................................................. 7 COURSE OUTLINE .................................................................................................................................. 7 PROGRAM FEES ..................................................................................................................................... 8 FEE COMPARISON ................................................................................................................................. 8 CONCLUSION ......................................................................................................................................... 8 APPENDIX 1 ............................................................................................................................................ 9 APPENDIX 2 – WMI COURSE SCHEDULE ............................................................................................. 11 APPENDIX 3 – NEWSPAPER ARTICLE OF INCIDENTS .......................................................................... 12 APPENDIX 4 .......................................................................................................................................... 20 APPENDIX 5 ‐ EXAMPLE OF EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS ............................................................ 21 © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 2
INTRODUCTION The first few minutes after an injury or medical emergency are the most crucial to
determine the rate and duration of recovery. Knowing what to do in the event of an injury
or emergency will help you stay calm and take the proper actions and precautions to help
the victim have the best chance of a full recovery.
If you work with other people or spend time participating in sports or other hobbies that
could result in injuries, you should know first aid. You never know when someone might
get injured and knowing what to do to at least help them feel comfortable until professional
help arrives will be so beneficial to the patient. A valid certificate in Wilderness First Aid is
also a requirement if one wants to work in an outdoor environment in most international
companies.
ABOUT WILDERNESS CENTRE SDN BHD As one of South East Asia’s largest Outdoor Education and Recreation providers, Wilderness
Centre Sdn. Bhd. (WCSB) aims to provide participants with both challenging and
meaningful experiences in an outdoor setting. Using a variety of mediums and activities,
participants are encouraged to further develop their self confidence, leadership skills,
teamwork, initiative, resilience and compassion.
WCSB has been conducting weekly programs in an outdoor setting since 2003. We take
pride in the fact that, to date, we have conducted our programs safely for over 48,000
participants. Our Emergency Response Policy enables us to evacuate any participant to
advanced medical care whenever needed. Our instructors are trained by international and
local outdoor educators based on international safety standards.
We at WCSB believe in being at par with international standards. As such, we take pride
and ensure that all our staff maintains a valid and current Wilderness First Aid certification.
In 2007, WCSB started to offer the Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) courses to the
general public (please see Appendix 1 on page 9). This year we would like to continue to
do the same and hope to increase awareness and participation from the general public.
Our staff has participated in internationally recognised Wilderness First Aid which qualifies
them with the skills and knowledge to manage ongoing medical issues in a wilderness
setting. Our Instructors have also received safety training in High Ropes, Sea Kayaking,
Jungle Trekking, Sailing and Group Management. They have also undergone training in
Search & Rescue and Safe Leadership.
Our staffs also undertake refresher courses for the above from time to time to keep them
abreast with the ever changing requirements and skills.
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ABOUT WILDERNESS MEDICINE INSTITUTE The Wilderness Medicine Institute of the National Outdoor Leadership School (WMI of
NOLS) was founded in 1990 by Buck Tilton and Melissa Gray. WMI was originally
headquartered in Pitkin, CO. Through August 1999, WMI offered the SOLO curriculum,
predominantly on wilderness medicine courses in the Western US.
On September 1, 1999, WMI was purchased by the National Outdoor Leadership School
(NOLS) and officially changed its name to WMI of NOLS. The school maintained its
headquarters in CO until the summer of 2002, at which point the offices and administrative
staff moved to Lander, WY and into the newly finished NOLS headquarters.
WMI Australia began in 1999, offering the WMI curriculum in Australia and Southeast Asia.
Organizacion para Educacion y Protecion Ambiental (OpEPA) began offering the WMI
curriculum in Colombia and other parts of South America in 2004. In January 2007, WMI
entered into a partnership with Landmark Learning of Cullowhee, NC in order to provide the
WMI curriculum in the American southeast. In association with Wildcraft, India's largest
adventure and outdoor gear company, WMI offers the Wilderness First Responder course in
Bangalore, India.
WMI provides Wilderness First Aid (WFA), Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA),
Wilderness First Responder (WFR), Wilderness Upgrade for Medical Professionals (WUMP),
Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT), Wilderness Medicine Practices and
Protocols (WMPP) and Wilderness First Responder Recertification courses. WMI also
provides custom courses, courses for medical students and physicians and combination
courses in conjunction with NOLS Professional Training. (Please refer to the Example of
Course Schedule at Appendix 2 on page 12).
WMI runs approximately 400 courses each year throughout the world and has trained over
65,000 students.
WMI instructors get their start as professional outdoor educators, urban EMS providers,
remote researchers and military special operators. Then they go to WMI and get trained to
be instructors.
WMI’s curriculum is evidence based. WMI teach wilderness medicine practices and
protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated
by the curriculum director.
WMI is experienced with diverse audiences. WMI can design scenarios and simulations to
meet your needs and/or areas.
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WMI’s courses will challenge ones decision making skills. Their courses are rigorous and
intensive. WMI courses have varied formats to meet individual needs, from standard
modules to continuing education to custom courses.
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REQUIREMENT FOR WILDERNESS FIRST AID Accidents can and do happen in remote areas, and all-too-often members of a group are
not capable of dealing with the emergency. Not only does this lead to improper care of the
patient, but it also endanger the entire group. (Please refer to Appendix 3 at page 13 on
news articles of accidents at remote areas that have occurred in Malaysia in the past 10
years).
Studies have shown that many recreational accidents are preventable, and that improper
care of trauma can compound even the simplest of injuries. There is a need for training for
persons or who are often at remote areas (whether for professional or recreation
purposes) - training which stresses preparedness and prevention; training which
encompasses all phases of off-road emergencies; training which focuses on extended care
issues in prolonged transport situations. Very few first aid programs actually address the
issues of providing emergency care in a rural, wilderness, or extended care setting.
(Please refer to the Testimonial at Appendix 4 on page 21).
It is a requirement in some countries where any group of persons traveling in wilderness
should have at least one person trained in wilderness first aid and carry a first aid kit
designed for the area they are traveling in. As such WMI has conducted the Wilderness
First aid course all over the world specifically USA, Canada, Sweden, Australia, New
Zealand, United Kingdom, Mexico, Chile, Thailand and India.
One being trained in the Wilderness First Aid can reduce legal liability, motivated by a
strong risk management focuses within the market. With the public being more aware of
their rights as a product consumer they would require information on risk management on
the activity and emergency management procedures of the area before embarking on the
trip. Therefore having the wilderness first aid knowledge will definitely meet the
public/community expectations for a safe environment.
As a company that provides outdoor activities to the public to have this training can give an
added benefit to employees to take groups out to remote areas with confidence. Most
outdoor providers in US, Australia and UK require their staff to have a current Wilderness
First Aid qualification before they are employed within the company (please refer to
Appendix 5 on the increasing requirement for Wilderness First Aid for job applications).
On a more personal note learning lifesaving skills in order to be prepared for family
emergencies, especially involving young children. One of the goals of the Wilderness First
Aid courses is to teach people not only how to respond to emergencies, but also how to
prevent them.
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PROGRAM Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA)
The Wilderness Advanced First Aid is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiasts, river
guides and other trip leading staff who often require a more extensive training program
than the Wilderness First Aid program.
This five (5) day course (40 hours curriculum) focuses on stabilisation, treatment and
evacuation guidelines of patients in remote environment. More emphasis is placed on long
term patient care management and specific injury evaluation.
This course may be used for wilderness medicine recertification and for those who wish to
have a more extensive refresher than a normal Wilderness First Aid program.
COURSE OUTLINE The minimum participation (at any one time) for any of the courses below is 15 participants
and the maximum participation is 30 participants. Should the response be greater than 30
participants for any of the courses, we recommend organising 2 consecutive sessions.
WILDERNESS ADVANCED FIRST AID (WAFA)
Duration : 40 Hours / 5 Days
DAY 1
Introduction
Patient Assessment System
Initial Assessment
Patient Exam/Vital Signs/History
Documentation
Scenario
Adult CPR
DAY 4
Scenario
Lightning
Submersion Incidents
Altitude Illness
Bites, Stings and Anaphylaxis
Abdominal Emergencies
Unconscious Patients
Cardiac Emergencies
Respiratory Emergencies
DAY 2
Scenario
Chest Injuries
Head Injuries
Spinal Cord Injury Management
Back boarding/Litter Packaging and Carrying
Shock
Wilderness Wounds, Burns and Infection
DAY 5
Scenarios
Common Simple Problems
Wilderness Drug and First Aid Kits
Written and Practical Testing
Closing
DAY 3
Common Simple Problems
Athletic Injuries
Fracture Management
Traction Splinting
Dislocations
Cold Injuries
Heat and Hydration
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PROGRAM FEES RM 1,900.00
Price include full tuition, textbooks, syllabus equipment, certification and meals during the
sessions
FEE COMPARISON Malaysia India Australia USA RM 5,176.00 RM 10,944.00
* Inclusive of course fees, return flights, visa, dormitory accommodation, meals and transportation. * Inclusive of course fees, return flights, visa, dormitory accommodation, meals and transportation. Wilderness RM 1,900.00 RM 4,660.00 Advanced * Inclusive of First Aid * Inclusive of course fees, course fees, meals during return flights, session. visa, camping accommodation, meals and transportation. CONCLUSION
WCSB has a long standing reputation for conducting programs of international standards.
The Company’s safety, standards, policies and procedures and quality of programmes are
second to none in Malaysia. We are committed to ensuring that people working in an
outdoor or remote environment have the relevant qualifications and training to ensure their
preparedness in the event of an emergency
We believe that uni students who successfully complete the certification will be one step
above the rest of their peers when they compete for employment in the near future. The
certifications will also enable them to seek employment at International companies who
deem Wilderness First Aid as a pre-requisite for employment.
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APPENDIX 1 – NEWSPAPER ARTICLE–Weekender, The Star, 3th November 2007
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APPENDIX 2 – WMI COURSE SCHEDULE Wilderness Advanced First Aid
This five-day course focuses on stabilization, treatment and evacuation guidelines of patients in backcountry
environments.
2010
Location/Sponsor
Jan-11
Jan-15
Terlingua, TX
Far Flung Outdoor Center
Feb-12
Feb-21
Pottsboro, TX
Venturing Crew 890
Mar-06
Mar-10
Moab, UT
Canyonlands Field Institute
Mar-21
Mar-25
Bend, OR
Bend Park and Recreation District
Mar-25
Mar-29
Raniket, India
NOLS India
Apr-05
Apr-09
Garden Valley, ID
Project Patch
Apr-08
Apr-12
Raniket, India
NOLS India
May-10
May-14
Buena Vista, CO
Noah's Ark
May-17
May-21
Terlingua, TX
Far Flung Outdoor Center
Aug-16
Aug-20
Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Outdoor Adventure Guide School
Sep-09
Sep-13
Raniket, India
NOLS India
Sep-30
Oct-04
Raniket, India
NOLS India
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APPENDIX 3 – NEWSPAPER ARTICLE OF INCIDENTS Wednesday May 5, 2004 ‘I am not going to climb up any more mountains’ REPORTS BY ZULKIFLI A. RAHMAN, LEONG SHEN‐LI, BEH YUEN HUI, FLORENCE A. SAMY, TAN GEOK EAN AND ISABELLE FRANCIS PETALING JAYA: When Mohd Farizzul Abdul Hisham decided to join the weekend trip up to Gunung Rajah, little did he know that it would be one that would affect him forever. The Pahang Professional Skills Development Institute student, aged 18, was one of those who survived the trip when lightning struck their campsite at the mountain peak near Chamang on Sunday night. Mohd Farizzul, who was slightly injured, said he joined the trip as his friends had told him it would be exciting and fun. “It was fun at first, but the trauma at the end was too much. “I’m not going to climb up any more mountains. I have lost my will to climb again,” said the first‐time mountain climber in a telephone interview from Bentong Hospital. Mohd Farizzul said he took shelter in another tent a short distance from the peak with four others after it started to rain heavily because his tent was soaked. “We were sleeping, and all of a sudden, we felt this jolt. IN PAIN: Shahrizat visiting Wan We were tossed up in the air and almost hit the roof of the Shahrizan Wan Yusof, one of the lightning victims, at the KL Hospital on tent. Tuesday. “I passed out for almost two hours and when I became conscious, I could hear the others wailing in pain. “Our backs were aching and our heads felt heavy. Some were throwing up while others were unable to move,” he said. In Kuala Lumpur, the families of six victims transferred to Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) expressed relief that they appeared to be improving. Mohd Sobri Zainol Abidin’s mother, Noraini Mohd Nor, 39, said he was now able to eat. “But he is very tired,” she said. Mohd Sobri, 18, who has been placed in an isolated room, was the worst of the six. He suffered burns on his stomach, waist, right thigh, left calf and right hand. According to Noraini, the family was made up of active hikers and experienced guide trekkers. She said her brother, Sofian Mohd Nor, 30, was among those injured. Her son, Mohd Solehhin, 17, helped guide the rescue team members to the victims. HKL surgical department medical officer Dr Chan Kin Yoong said the second‐degree burns sustained by Mohd Sobri were serious. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 12
“We can’t tell when all six of them will recover. They need close care,” he said, adding that three to four doctors would take turns monitoring the patients’ condition. Muhd Azroi Khatib Azroi’s mother, Rahmah Mat Khir, 55, said her son had been hiking actively since last year. “His father and I told him not to go but he would never listen. “He went on another hike just before the incident. I’m never going to let him climb again,” she said. However, Muhd Azroi, 18, though still shaky from the tragedy, said he would most probably climb again, but not Gunung Rajah. “I’ll convince my mother to let me climb,” he declared. Mohd Nor Azwan Nor Azahari’s mother Rohaini Rashid, 34, told reporters that he was feeling better. She said her son, who lived with his father, had called her before leaving for the hike on Saturday. “He said that I would not get to see him if I visited him that weekend as he was going up Gunung Rajah. “I had a strange feeling at that time as he had never called me before,” said the housewife. Rohaini, who was shocked by the incident, said that she would never allow Mohd Nor Azwan, 17, to climb mountains again. Women, Family and Development Minister Datuk Seri Shahrizat Abdul Jalil visited the victims at HKL yesterday and consoled family members there. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 13
Published: Tuesday October 27, 2009 MYT 8:50:00 AM Updated: Tuesday October 27, 2009 MYT 3:35:42 PM 1 dead, 2 missing, 19 safe after falling into Sg Kampar By IVAN LOH Ironically, the iron‐cable bridge, suspended about 3 meters over the river, was built recently to replace an old one that had fallen apart with age. KAMPAR: One girl is dead, two pupils are still missing and nineteen have been found safe after 22 students fell into Sungai Kampar. The pupils, on a camping trip, tumbled into the river when the suspension bridge they were crossing broke near Kuala Dipang, Kampar, at about 10pm on Monday. Police divers searching for 2 missing pupils who had fallen off the suspension bridge at Sungai Kampar in Kuala Dipang on Monday night. The dead girl was identified as Dina Deve Nathan, 11, from SK Tamil Mambang Diawan. Rescuers found her at Kampung Pasir, about 2km downstream from the broken bridge, at about 8.40am Tuesday. Her body was sent to the Kampar Hospital. Police said twenty other pupils, who were not on the bridge, escaped unscathed. Some pupils jumped and shook the bridge According to one of the survivors, Mohd Azid Teng, 12, from SKJC Bemban near Kampar, the pupils had had supper at SK Kuala Dipang and were crossing the bridge to get to the camping site when a few of the pupils started jumping and shaking the bridge. A man walking near the ill‐fated suspension bridge at Sungai Kampar which collapsed when a group of primary school pupils, who were camping near the river, tried to cross it last night. SAIFUL BAHRI/The Star © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 14
The bridge then gave way and he found himself falling into the river along with the other screaming pupils. Fortunately, he fell into shallow waters and waded out. Rescuers retrieving the body of Dina Deve Nathan, 11, from SK Tamil Mambang Diawan at 8.40am on October 27. The pupils were among 298 from 60 primary schools from Kampar, Tronoh and Batu Gajah who were attending a 1Malaysia Camp co‐curriculum activity organised by the Kinta Selatan District Education Department there. Teacher saves several pupils A teacher, Mohd Safri Abdul Rafar, said he was not far from the bridge when it collapsed and quickly jumped over a fence and dove into the river in the attempt to rescue the pupils, Bernama reported. "I managed to pull out three or four pupils. The current was swift and I almost got dragged away," he said. Safri, who is from Sekolah Kebangsaan Seri Tronoh, said he went into the river again and pulled out five more pupils. Safri said he was sad that he could not rescue a pupil who had be clinging to a metal cable before being dragged away by the current. Twenty‐three teachers are involved in the camp, the second to be organised by the Kinta Selatan district education department after the first one at Sekolah Kebangsaan Pos Raya last week. Similar camps were to be held simultaneously Tuesday in the Larut, Matang and Selama as well as Manjung districts, said Safri, adding that the pupils were from all races and the aim of the camp was to foster unity and interaction through activities such as traditional cooking, culture and games. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 15
Newly built bridge Ironically, the iron‐cable bridge, about 30 feet (9 meters) over the river was built recently to replace an old one that had fallen apart with age. In Putrajaya, Fire and Rescue Services Department director‐general Datuk Hamzah Abu Bakar said that initial investigations revealed that the anchor for the bridge’s cable failed, The Star’s Dharmender Singh reported. The anchor was pulled out and the bridge gave way. But why it gave way is yet to be ascertained, he said. The river level late Monday had been relatively low but the current was strong as it had been raining upstream and this could have carried the missing children further away, he said. He said the department had sent in aluminium rescue boats, three dogs from its Canine Unit and a helicopter to help with the search activities. “We have also put a few members of out scuba team on standby at the site in case the missing children are trapped and need help in freeing them,” he said. Perak MB orders probe into bridge collapse Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir visited the scene soon after news of the bridge collapse reached him and ordered an immediate investigation into the cause of the accident, Bernama reported. "The suspension bridge was newly built. We want to know if it was built to specifications as it collapsed after a metal pillar got ripped off the ground," he said. A metal pillar and its concrete block foundation got ripped off the ground in the incident and part of the bridge walkway was afloat on the river. The Kampar River is known for extreme water sports. The part of the river where the bridge collapsed is about 1.5 metres deep. Villagers have joined in the search and rescue operation mounted by 222 personnel from the police, Royal Malaysian Navy, Fire & Rescue Department, People's Volunteer Corps (Rela), Civil Defence Department and other agencies. Meanwhile, at 11.15am Tuesday, Ipoh Barat MP M. Kulasegaran filed an emergency motion with the Dewan Rakyat Speaker to discuss the collapse of the bridge, Lee Yuk Peng of The Star reported. Later, the Dewan Rakyat extended its sympathies and condolences to the families of pupils who fell into the river. Education Ministry sets up probe team; RM10,000 aid to dead Dina's family Education Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, who was at the scene Tuesday, said that a team, headed by Education Ministry Director‐General Tan Sri Ali Muddin Md Dom, has been set up to investigate the bridge collapse, The Star's Sylvia Looi reported. The ministry would give RM10,000 in aid to Dina's family, said Muhyiddin who is also the Deputy Prime Minister. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 16
National Service – Major Incident 2004 •
Lost in jungle, Ovai Wawasan Camp, Papar, Sabah, on 21 February. Around 600 trainees and instructors were lost for almost 12 hours after following the wrong trail during what was meant to be an hour‐long afternoon hiking trip. Except for kitchen staff, trainees who had gone to church that day, and several staff members who stayed behind to keep an eye on camp facilities, close to the entire 600+ member camp were involved in the hiking trip. After close to 12 hours, a full name count was finally issued at 2 am. •
Awang Mohd Fazil Awang Borhan, 17, attached to Kem Simalajau, Bintulu, Sarawak. Died on 23 April in a drowning accident. He had been swimming with 36 other trainees at Sungai Cina, Matang, Kuching, Sarawak. •
T. Saravana, 18, attached to Kem Ethnobotany, Gua Musang, Kelantan. The trainee from Taiping, Perak drowned while picnicking at Sungai Taman Wangi, Gua Musang, about 3 kilometres from his camp, with 250 trainees and 10 trainers 2005 •
Food poisoning, PDS Resort Camp, Port Dickson, Negri Sembilan, on 16 May. 60 trainees and instructors at Pusat Latihan Khidmat Negara, Port Dickson Camp, Negeri Sembilan. •
Nurul Ashikin Karino, 17, attached to Kem Shan Sui, Tawau, Sabah. Died on 14 May after being injured during training. Karino Jalani (father of the deceased) claimed that he was not allowed to meet his daughter who fell and was injured as part of a training accident. •
S. Theresa Pauline, 17, attached to Kem Karisma, Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan. Died on 11 June after being admitted to the hospital on 23 May due to having fits. Her death was attributed to viral meningoencephalitis. Her father, S. Sarimuthu was paid RM 32,000 2007 •
Food poisoning, Sri Impian Camp, Sungai Bakap, Penang, on 30 December. Trainees suffered food poisoning due to food served on the first day of camp, 30 December. •
Lost in jungle, Kem Lagenda Gunung Ledang, Jasin, Malacca, on 30 April. Twenty‐three lost their way during a jungle trekking exercise at Asahan Forest Reserve. The instructor in charge of the group was subsequently dismissed with immediate effect for negligence. •
Teng Shian Shen, 18 attached to Kem Pasir Panjang, Port Dickson, Negri Sembilan. Died two weeks after being asked to return home from her training at the Pasir Panjang due to breathing difficulties. •
Ili Ameera Azlan, 17, attached to Kem Ayer Keroh, Ayer Keroh, Melaka. Died on 18 January at Malacca Hospital, after suffering breathing difficulties.[18] The parents were paid RM 35,000. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 17
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Prema Elenchelian, 18, attached to Kem Kisana Beach Resort, Pasir Puteh, Kelantan. The trainee from Kajang, Selangor, was found unconscious in a toilet at Jeram Linang (0230 hours) on 1 March. She was taken to the Tengku Anis Hospital where she was pronounced dead. Prema's death brought to 12 the number of trainees who have died since the programme began in 2004. •
Mohd Rafi Ameer, 18, attached to Cheneh Cemerlang Camp, Kemaman, Pahang. Died at 10.30pm on 3 September, after having fever for 1 week. Rafi had previously called his sister and told her that he had a fever, and that his leg had been swollen for nearly a week after he fell during training. 2008 •
High fever, Kem Desaru Gerak Khas, Kota Tinggi, Johor, on 31 May. 58 trainees came down with vomiting and high fever on 31 May, and were admitted to Kota Tinggi Hospital. The incident began when trainees began to fall sick after returning to camp on 28 May, from the Wirajaya module (a two‐day jungle trekking exercise). •
Food poisoning, Kem Barracuda, Setiu Agro, Terengganu, on 29 May. 67 trainees developed stomachaches believed to be caused by due to food poisoning on 28 May, barely a week after nine trainees from the same camp suffered the same ailment. Fourteen trainees were warded in the Setiu Hospital, while 53 received outpatient treatment. Four food handlers at the camp also received outpatient treatments at the same hospital. The food was catered from outside, as the camp's canteen had been closed after the May 23 incident when four of the trainees were warded for food poisoning. •
Food poisoning, Kem Barracuda, Setiu Agro, Terrenganu, on 23 May. Nine trainees fell ill due to food poisoning, with four trainees being warded at Setiu Hospital. The camp's canteen was subsequently closed down. •
Outbreak of unknown fever, Kem PLKN Jiwa Murni, Semanggol, Perak, in late April. At least 10 trainees were warded at the Taiping Hospital, while 80 others were being treated at the camp, and all trainees were given blood tests, for an outbreak of an unidentified fever. The Kerian district health office placed the camp under quarantine. The quarantine was only discovered a few days after being initialized, when parents were turned away from picking up their children for a scheduled week‐long break. •
Too Hui Min, 18, attached to Kem Geo Kosmo, Behrang, Selangor. Died on 7 May at Slim River Hospital, Perak, three days after she started complaining of constipation. The cause of death was later determined as being toxic megacolon ‐ her colon had been swollen and the lining had thinned due to septicemia. Her death was the 16th National Service death, and was followed by several DAP leaders calling for the suspension or even the scrapping of the National Service programme.[21][22] © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 18
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Afiq Zuhairi Ahmat Rozali, 18, attached to Kem Sentosa, Chenderiang, Perak. Died on 16 April at Teluk Intan Hospital, Perak, after a brief febrile illness. He was treated by camp paramedics several times before finally being transferred to hospital where he died in less than 24 hours 2009 •
Abdul Malik Ishak, 18, attached to Kem Guar Chenderai, Padang Besar, Perlis. Found dead in his bed on June 29, at Kem Guar Chenderai. He had not reported any problems on his self‐reported health declaration form. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 19
APPENDIX 4 ‐ TESTIMONIAL
About Ahmad Nadir Askandar
A native of Penang, Ahmad Nadir's exposure to the outdoors at an early age produced a passionate mountain
climber and avid photographer.
Nadir's interest in the outdoors took off to uncontrollable dimensions during his university years, as he
discovered like-minded friends. Rock climbing, mountain biking, trekking and the wild outdoors took priority
over a university degree, very much to his parents' dismay!
However Nadir did graduate with a Bachelor's Degree of Technology, which put him to work in a multinational
Japanese car audio assembly plant. Out in the real world, Nadir always knew his dream job of working in the
outdoors.
Nadir received a whole new outlook on the outdoor industry when he took on a post as an Assistant Trainer
at one of South East Asia's largest outdoor education provider. He worked there for four and a half years,
ending up promisingly as a Manager.
Although wild animals run away from him, Nadir is dedicated, organized, approachable, driven, reserved with
words, possesses great attention to detail and is a self-confessed gear geek. A small guy with big dreams who
believes passion and hard work is all it takes.
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APPENDIX 5 ‐ EXAMPLE OF EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Edmund Park Adventure Education Multi Skilled Outdoor Leaders Edmund Park Adventure Education is one of Queensland’s largest and longest operating providers of Outdoor Education and Recreation services. With over 200 school, university, corporate, and community group clients, we operate Edmund Park Outdoor Education Centre at Thornton, Camp Laurence at Moogerah Dam, plus we offer short and longer term expeditions in various wilderness locations. Outdoor staffs have the opportunity to experience various locations in SEQ. We are seeking committed leaders with an eagerness to pass on quality learning experiences to participants, while promoting a sense of fun! Minimum qualifications: Equivalent to Certificate III Outdoor Recreation (with experience), with a preference for Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation. Activities cover a wide range of disciplines, incl abseiling, ropes courses, expedition leader, canoeing, & Mountain Biking or ability to obtain all these disciplines. Wilderness and / or Remote Area First Aid (or commitment to obtain) is required. Interviews commence immediately, however, applications will be accepted up to Sunday December 6 2009. Offers of employment for 2010 maybe made prior to the closure of applications. Interviews for distant candidates will be conducted by telephone or during the week of 7 December in Brisbane and Melbourne. Commencement date: Monday 18th January 2010, for in‐service. All enquiries to Mr Mark Bennic, Operations Manager. 0417726888, 07 54667136 or email your resume to [email protected] Edmund Park is ACA Accredited and is the 2009 Winner of the Outdoors QLD Award for Encouraging participation in Outdoor Recreation Where? : Thornton, Queensland, Australia Workload: Full Time Contact... Mark Bennic, Operations Manager Edmund Park Adventure Education 213 Mulgowie Road Thornton, Queensland, Australia 4341 Phone: 07 54667136 Fax: 07 54667136 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.edmundpark.com.au © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 21
World Challenge Expedition Leader Asia, South & Central America and Africa. Contract position World Challenge is recruiting Expedition Leaders to accompany its Secondary School Teams from Australia and New Zealand on three‐four week Overseas Expeditions to developing countries in Asia, South & Central America and Africa. What we can offer you: * Exciting destinations * Competitive rates of pay * Continuing professional development * Rewarding developmental work * All expenses paid travel * Gear and travel discounts * Excellent safety, back up and support Candidates are required to attend a two day Training Course and a three day Assessment Course in February / March / April / May 2010, a one day Expedition Preparation Conference in September and a ‘Meet the Parents’ afternoon / evening. World Challenge Potential Leader Training just got bigger! In 2010, we are again adding to the locations where you can undertake Potential Leader Training. We will be running Training and Assessments in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and, for the first time, New Zealand! The minimum requirements for all World Challenge Expedition Leaders are: * Hard Skills / Technical Qualifications in trekking / bushwalking. * Experience leading 5+ day bushwalks / treks. * Experience working or traveling in the developing world. • Wilderness / Remote Area First Aid Qualification or equivalent. * Previous Experience working with youth/appropriate soft skills. * 24+ years old. * Working with Children Screening. To download an application form (and for more info) please visit Leaders at: www.worldchallenge.com.au Please send applications and any queries to: * World Challenge, PO Box 58, Elwood, Vic 3184 * Email: [email protected] * Telephone: Leader Management Team (03) 9531 7780 Where? : Asia, South and Central America, Africa Workload: Contract Contact... Leader Management Team World Challenge PO Box 58 Elwood, Victoria, Australia 3184 © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 22
Phone: (03) 9531 7780 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.worldchallenge.com.au Adventure Specialties Trust Outdoor Instructor Vacancies for 2010 Adventure Specialties Trust currently requires the following positions to be filled: Experienced Outdoor Instructor – Christchurch based. Experienced Outdoor Instructor – Auckland Based Outdoor Instructor (recent graduates accepted) – Auckland Based. If successful you will be joining a charitable trust that has over 25 years working with a wide range of client groups in the adventure education and personal development fields. The Trust operates throughout the North and South Islands with programmes involving sea and river kayaking, rafting, tramping and alpine trips, also skiing, caving, rock climbing, and cycling. All programmes involve facilitated learning and are tailored to the specific needs of a variety of client groups (such as schools, youth development agencies and family counseling programmes). We are looking for applicants with a Christian commitment and philosophy compatible with the Trust’s philosophy and objectives. Ideally applicants will have; For experienced positions: • One or more New Zealand Outdoor Instructor Awards or equivalent (for the Christchurch position a qualification in white water kayaking would be an advantage) • 3 year previous experience working in the outdoors For all positions • Completed a Certificate or higher in Outdoor Recreation Leadership • Have held a full drivers licence for a minimum of 2 years and preferably hold Class 2 and P Endorsement • Excellent facilitation and communication skills • Initiative and problem solving skills • Good organisational skills and computer literacy • An understanding of outdoor education and youth work principles • A current first aid certificate Over time you will be responsible for; • Developing programmes and resources specific to clients needs • Instructing and facilitating all aspects of programmes • Coordinating the work of contract staff on programmes • Assisting in the development of less qualified staff Adventure Specialties Trust is committed to the ongoing training and development of its staff. Successful applicants will be required to undertake training toward NZOIA and other relevant assessments. The position involves significant time away from base and requires a commitment of three years due to the training and investment involved. For more information go to www.adventurespecialties.co.nz To apply please forward a CV with contact details for two referees to: [email protected] Or Steven Parker Adventure Specialties Trust PO Box 45152 © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 23
Te Atatu Peninsula AUCKLAND Where? : Auckland and Christchurch New Zealand Workload: Full Time Contact... Lyndsay Simpkin Adventure Specialties Trust 4 Winston Place Henderson, Waitakere City, New Zealand 0651 Phone: +6498376033 Fax: +6498376034 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.adventurespecialties.co.nz Wombaroo Adventure Centre Group Leader / Activity Instructors LOCATED IN THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS 2 HOURS FROM CANBERRA – 1½ HOURS FROM SYDNEY – 60 MINUTES FROM WOLLONGONG CASUAL WORK OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE FROM FEBRUARY 2010 – MAY 2010 GROUP LEADERS / ACTIVITY INSTRUCTORS ON 3 – 5 Day SCHOOL PROGRAMS APPLICANTS MUST HAVE: * Current first aid certificate * Certificate III or above in Outdoor Recreation (or equivalent) * Interest in the outdoors & adventure activities * Willingness to learn & operate as part of a team * Ability to manage a group of up to 18 participants * Ability to work unsupervised * Own transport to and from the centre (pick‐up available from local station) As per child protection legislation, all employees are required to complete a prohibited person’s declaration and undergo a police background check FOR SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS, A STAFF INDUCTION WILL BE CONDUCTED LATE JANUARY / EARLY FEBRUARY (DATE TO BE ADVISED) ATTENDANCE IS COMPULSORY Where? : Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia Workload: Casual Contact... Kevern Bawden Wombaroo Adventure Centre Phone: 02 4878 5393 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.outbreak.com.au © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 24
Where There Be Dragons Instructor qualifications The richness of our learning adventures is largely attributed to the amazing life experience of our course instructors. Working with Dragons is challenging, yet also infinitely rewarding! Our instructors are empowered with a multitude of responsibilities, requiring a specialized skill set that many applicants possess only after spending considerable time living, working, volunteering or studying in a community within the developing world. Our instructors average 29 years old. While we don't expect that every applicant will meet all of the below criteria, the ideal candidate will: Be capable of instructing a safe, educational, dynamic and engaging course in challenging environments within the developing world. Demonstrate unique experience and strong local contacts in any of the countries where we run programs. Exhibit significant experience in a relevant field (i.e. education, guiding, development work, etc). Possess a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT) certification. Demonstrate experience leading groups and/or working with adolescents. Demonstrate foreign language skills relevant to the program area. Express an ability and desire to educate the whole student. These are the broadest of our instructor qualifications. As you can imagine, the specialized nature of the work means that there are also many sub‐qualifications. The ideal candidate needs to demonstrate other talents, including strong interpersonal skills, technical skills, and risk management skills. There are many hats ‐ both collective and individual ‐ that must be worn by the members of an instructor team. The list is exhausting, and a little overwhelming, but don't worry; we understand that few individual applicants will carry the skill set needed to wear all of them! Some may bring a wealth of in‐country contacts; some may bring a great deal of experience working with adolescents; and some may bring a strong background in wilderness medicine and emergency response. No matter the hats that an individual wears, all are equally valued. Before applying to work with Dragons, you'll want to review our job description and responsibilities, so that you more clearly understand the ways in which instructor talents are brought to the forefront of both course design and course implementation. And finally, we encourage you to review the 9 core components that we've described and rated for each and every program. Before beginning work on our instructor application, it's important that you can clearly identify the ways in which your connections and passions may help to facilitate program‐specific activities and elements. Address: 3200 Carbon Place Suite #102 Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA Tel: (Toll Free) 1‐800‐982‐9203 (International) 001‐303‐413‐0822 Fax: 303‐413‐0857 © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 25
Skype: where.there.be.dragons Email: For more information: [email protected] For summer and semester employment: [email protected] Lifeworks ‐ International Our professional staff needs to be the embodiment of the Lifeworks mission, philosophy, policies and procedures. We place high expectations on our summer staff, thus applicants should consider all of the following before applying. Our staff must be enthusiastic and young enough at heart ‐ as well as physically, mentally and in all ways able ‐ to work with teenagers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in an environment that is highly active and adventurous, is physically and mentally demanding and lacks personal privacy, space and time off. Safety comes first in everything we do at Lifeworks. Staff are expected to create a safe, fun and educational environment for our students, as well as be a positive role model. As international travel, community service and work with teenagers is in many ways unpredictable, staff needs to be able to think on their feet and be flexible enough to handle change and associated challenges. Although English does not need to be a first language, staff is expected to be fluent. Staff needs to maintain professional conduct and present a professional appearance at all times. Staff must be available for work through the duration of the program(s). When applicable, staff is required to attend Lifeworks Staff Training, usually held several days before the beginning of our summer. Please click HERE to view our program dates. All staff are required to be trained in First Aid and CPR. Special consideration is given to applicants with advanced medical training such as Wilderness First Responder or EMT. In most situations, Lifeworks will pay for a highly qualified candidate to become certified upon hire. We are a strict tobacco, alcohol and drug‐free program for our students. As our staff is on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and are models of the behavior we expect from our students, our staff must be able to maintain tobacco, alcohol and drug‐free behavior during their contractual periods. On exception, staff are permitted to consume alcohol in moderation during approved times off, but staff must understand these are infrequent exceptions to the rule rather than regular occurrences. All staff agrees to random drug testing in the workplace. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of Lifeworks Staff Training, a passing background check and an acceptable medical history form and/or examination by a licensed physician. © Wilderness Centre Sdn. Bhd. – All Rights Reserved ‐ 2010 26