EXPEDITION GUIDE ACADEMY
Zodiac Rescue & First-Aid Course (ZRF)
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Elevating Professional Competency in Your Expedition Teams
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About the Training
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The company-focused ZRF course is designed to strengthen the capability of your Zodiac drivers and expedition staff by giving them advanced tools, strategies, and understanding essential for safe and effective self and group rescue operations.
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Recognising the unpredictable nature of expedition environments, the course intentionally goes beyond current professional requirements. It equips participants with a strong skills and knowledge buffer, ensuring they are ready to respond confidently to real-world challenges.
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We partner with the SRI-certified training provider R3 Norway to deliver the First-Aid component of the program. Their training follows the Wilderness Medicine Education Collaborative Standards for Wilderness Medicine Certifications. Participants also complete Red Cross CPR certification, ensuring their skills are recognised and transferable across the industry.
Language: English Proficient
Age: 18+
Previous experience: None required
Who is the course for? For expedition companies and operators looking to equip their expedition teams with the skills and knowledge to deal with the unexpected.
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Format: Online & in-person
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Duration: 4-days + pre-course learning
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Price: Price on enquiry
Course Structure
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The training is segmented into three interactive parts, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience:
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Pre-Course Material (Online)​
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Exploration of heuristic traps in decision-making.
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A detailed review of essential terminology.
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Analysis of causal factors in accidents and incidents.
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Expedition First-Aid
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Emphasis on personal preparedness for expedition staff.
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Practical training in managing common expedition injuries, including sprains, fractures, wounds, and hypothermia.
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Red Cross CPR skills focused on remote-environment application and decision-making.
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Systematic patient assessment tailored to expedition operations.
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Building confidence in stabilising and monitoring a patient until higher-level care is available.
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Land-Based & Water-Based Training
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Hands-on experience with Zodiac capsize and performing self-rescue and group rescues.
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Developing strategies for managing single and multiple swimmers.
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Gaining insights into personal strengths and limitations in rescue scenarios.
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Focus on zodiac preparation and safe driving practices.
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Techniques for package and backboard transportation during expeditions.
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Additional Course Details​
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Practical Experience:
Participants should be prepared for intensive hands-on training, including time in the water and scenarios designed to push them beyond their comfort zones.
​Prepare Your Team for the Unpredictable
