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Bush Awareness

for General Staff

Certification

Graduates receive DTA Short Course Certificate

Duration

1 day (8 hours)

Course Description

The Bush Awareness for General Staff course is an intensive one-day program designed to empower lodge and hospitality staff with essential bush safety knowledge. Participants learn how to stay alert, assess risks, and respond confidently to wildlife encounters – all while fostering respect for nature. This highly practical course equips staff to create a safer environment for themselves, their colleagues, and guests, ensuring every safari experience is both secure and memorable.

Course Outcome

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Discover how to spot and avoid potential bush hazards before they become problems.
  • Understand animal behaviour to prevent conflict and promote harmony in wildlife areas.
  • Gain confidence in assessing risks and making quick, informed decisions.
  • Learn practical steps to take when encountering dangerous animals.
  • Master simple strategies to stay alert and prevent accidents.
  • Acquire essential first aid skills for bush-related emergencies.
  • Develop a conservation-minded approach, showing respect and sensitivity toward all wildlife.

Topics Covered

  • Potential Risks
  • Animal Behaviour
  • Environmental Factors
  • Risk Assessment
  • General Procedure for Encountering
  • Dangerous Animals
  • Mitigating Risks
  • Emergency First Aid and Response
  • Sensitivity Towards Animals
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