The primary objective of radio communication networks is to provide all staff with a safety and security communications tool. In emergencies, it may become the only way to communicate or to seek assistance. In this course we will look at how to use radios, and the specific language used to make radio communications effective.

This course will focus on the residential security audit, or survey if you wish. A security survey is a critical on-location evaluation of your home. The goal of this evaluation is to determine the present security posture, identify possible shortfalls and vulnerabilities, and make recommendations so necessary steps can be taken to reduce risk.

Breathing emergencies block the airway in a casualty and are life threatening. They can occur during an accident or a sudden illness.

A breathing emergency can frighten a casualty and worsen his situation if the first aider does not provide prompt care.

This module explains how to recognize the breathing emergencies in a casualty and the basics of providing care to a casualty with a breathing difficulty. The module will also explain how to care for a casualty experiencing a respiratory distress and respiratory arrest.

The term "operations security" was coined by the United States military during the Vietnam War, and is simply a process used to deny an adversary information that could compromise the secrecy and/or the operational security of a mission. Protecting critical and sensitive information is essential to protecting the success of your organization and your missions, and to protecting the lives of your colleagues. Hence, the very process of performing OPSEC is very important both for your organization, but also for you as an individual in everyday life.

In this module, we will review the roles and responsibilities of the main actors in the AKDN Security and Safety system according to Annexes 1 and 2 of the draft AKDN Security Management Policy Framework. We will also define what is meant by “duty of care” and look specifically at the four key aspects of duty of care under Swiss law, namely the duty of information, duty of prevention, duty of monitoring and duty of intervention. Finally, you will reflect upon how you are meeting these duties in your operation by conducting a duty of care self-assessment.

AKDN often works in inherently dangerous environments where staff members, volunteers, partners and program beneficiaries face a range of threats and are exposed to various levels of risk. In fact our efforts are often most needed in situations where the dangers to staff are the greatest. The challenge for managers, therefore, is to ensure the delivery of AKDN activities and functions while also ensuring the safety of staff and the populations that they serve. Understanding risk will help you to do this.

In this module you will become familiar with the definitions, concepts and basic methodology of security risk management, a critical process for maintaining AKDN operational activities while providing for the security and safety of AKDN personnel and assets.

Civil unrest, in the form of demonstrations, riots, or just general violence can be common in some parts of the world. This is particularly true in countries with political instability and even more so during election periods.

Being caught up in a mob can be terrifying, so avoid it at all cost. If there is any indication that civil unrest will take place, there are a number of precautions that can be taken to reduce your risk.

You are responsible for your own security; not the police, not the Government, not the military, you are. For this simple fact, you cannot rely on law enforcement and other security forces to provide enough security for you. The police and government will help but to stay safe, you must contribute as much to your own safety and security as possible. Make it easy for the security services by doing your part.

This means that you should become your own security officer and be proactive in your security approach, nobody will take this initiative for you. It will ultimately remain your choice whether you become knowledgeable about your environment, the threats you will face and your recommended security precautions. You need to implement your own systems, procedures and countermeasures to reduce your risk profile. This 3-module course will help you do this.

The world is experiencing one of the most intensive periods of active shooter incidents in history. Over the past few years, active shooting incidents have increased dramatically, so much so that most organizations now feel the need to educate their employees on this extremely violent threat. 

Active shooter incidents are a worldwide problem, and all organizations must properly develop programs to prevent and mitigate the risk from such threats. While the Active Shooter is still not an everyday occurrence, it is something that must be taken seriously. The active shooter threat can no longer be ignored. This course will provide you with responses to increase your chance of survival.