Entries by Survival Training Expert

Survival Kit Checklist

Back Pack Checklist During an emergency evacuation, there is not always time to find what you need so your grab bag should be pre-loaded with all your essentials. Important documents (copies and on USB portable drive) Eg. Insurance documents, Identification Documents (ID), bank records, medical records etc. Prescriptions Emergency medical kit Cash in small denominations […]

Top 5 tips to survive a grenade attack

The traumatic attack on the West Gate Mall; situated in Nairobi, Kenya; ‎has the characteristics of many Al-Qaeda linked operations. Whilst responsibility for the terrorist attack has been claimed by Al-Shabaab the modus operandi fits the 3 objectives outlined by Ayman Al-Zawahiri. In a message Al-Zawahiri stated that a terrorist attack needs to be against […]

Top 5 Self Defence Tips

The self defence techniques described below are intended to be used in a self defence situation only. However, although you are advised to comply with the relevant national and local laws regarding the use of force, sometimes you have no option, but to use your bare hands. Becoming a seasoned and experienced street fighter takes […]

Instinctive Combat Shooting Techniques

Whilst our H.E.AT courses teach a range of skills including using weapons, we do not recommend traveling across borders with a gun. Therefore, we suggest that you practice certain drills and become familiar with a sidearm in the event that you find one to use. Remember, one characteristic of hostile environments, there is no rule […]

Emergency Medical Kit

When in a hostile environment, the threat of the loss of life, limb or liberty is heightened. Often, in hostile environments, there is minimal or a lack of medical facilities. Depending on the area you are traveling to or operating in, cultural sensitivities may hinder your access to medical attention. In some African countries, male […]

An African Emergency Response Plan

Medical epidemics, riots and escape and evasion are just a few of the topics a good Emergency Response Plan should cover, particularly when it comes to individuals travelling or staying in Africa. Riots are unpredictable and chaotic, often occurring suddenly and without warning. On December 2007  riots erupted all over Kenya, after Mwai Kibaki narrowly […]