Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT)

Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is crucial for individuals deployed in risk-associated, precarious or volatile environments. Therefore, it is essential to invest in specific training focused on awareness of security risks and the challenges of the specific environments to reduce the risks of loss of lives and injuries.

HEAT aims to improve participants’ comprehension of the challenging field requirements while working individually or as a team member within the context of an international organisation or institution.

The BLUESPEAR HEAT programme will equip individuals operating in risk theatres with essential tools on how to manage and reduce the risks, which in some cases may be lifesaving. Our HEAT programme is developed in line with the EU ENTRI guidelines in order to deliver a high standard training.

BLUESPEAR HEAT OBJECTIVES

• Participants will acquire a better understanding of the various risks and dangerous situations in their area of deployment.
• Participants will gain more confidence in managing stressful situations and conflicts.
• Participants will be able to improve their ability to plan their (humanitarian) operations effectively.
• Participants will prepare to travel and operate safely in dangerous environments.
• Participants will increase their competency to analyze and mitigate risks and threats.
• Participants will develop new practical skills and capabilities indispensable in hostile regions.

OUR HEAT MODULES

The BLUESPEAR HEAT course is comprised of 5 Modules covering a wide range of topics necessary to prepare professionals working in challenging environments to the best extent:

• MODULE 1: DEPLOYMENT TO HOSTILE REGIONS
• MODULE 2: MEDICAL TRAINING
• MODULE 3: SITUATIONAL AWARENESS (Scenarios)
• MODULE 4: OPERATIONAL READINESS
• MODULE 5: FIELD TRAINING EXERCISE