Safety Skills Development & Training

Dangerous Animals & Outdoor Hazards in Africa

Some of the most dangerous animals in Africa to be aware of for outdoor safety in the field -spotted hyena, coral snake, Nile crocodile, lionfish, granulated thick tailed scorpion and leopard
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Warren Schmidt expert dangerous African wildlife and occupational outdoor safety trainer in the field with university students

Be prepared and learn to recognize, avoid, and respond to risks —from dangerous wildlife and venomous bites to tropical diseases and environmental challenges that influence safety in the field.

Warren Schmidt -expert dangerous African wildlife and occupational outdoor field safety trainer & consultant, ecologist and biodiversity conservation educator -conducting venomous African snake skills training and awareness

Who Should Enrol?

Ideal for anyone who works, studies, or travels outdoors in Africa, including:

  • Civil Engineering, Mining, Energy, Geology, Land Surveying, Telecoms Remote Network Installation, Construction & Infrastructure Teams

  • Corporate Teams traveling for work in remote areas

  • Medical, Veterinary, First Responders, Search & Rescue Personnel

  • Security Personnel

  • Ecologists, Forestry & Environmental Scientists/ Officers

  • Field Researchers and University Students

  • Wildlife Rangers & Field Guides

  • Lodge Managers & Staff

  • Eco-Tourists, Outdoor Adventure Professionals, 4x4 Enthusiasts, Campers, Hikers & Travel Expeditions seeking safe, responsible exploration

  • Eco-Tourism / Adventure Tourism Guides & Tour Operators

  • Community Training Initiatives

  • NGO’s, Humanitarian Field Workers & Missionary Teams

Training Modules:

Our four-part training seminar covers four modules:

Module 1 - Dangerous game, including mammals and crocodiles.

Module 2 - Venomous bites and stings - snakes, scorpions, spiders and other invertebrates.

Module 3 - Tropical Diseases.

Module 4 - Natural outdoor hazards, risk management, human agency and emergency response training for Africa-based projects, operations, or expeditions.

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