In the unforgiving terrain of desert landscapes, knowledge is your lifeline. The CorePass® Off-Road Desert Survival certification equips you with essential skills to navigate, survive, and thrive in challenging desert environments.
From dunes to danger, our new entry level certification ensures the basic survival skills are honed before heading out into the desert.
This comprehensive assessment ensures you’re prepared for the unexpected, from vehicle recovery techniques to emergency first aid. We also recommend desert adventurers also complete our CorePass® First Aid and Off-Road Vehicle Recovery certifications, and professional emergency responders should also consider the Certificate in Public Safety (Off-Road Operator) certification.
Why is this certification crucial? Desert off-roading presents unique challenges that demand specialised expertise. Whether you’re an adventure enthusiast or a professional working in arid regions, this certification validates your ability to handle extreme conditions, enhancing both personal safety and group dynamics. Moreover, it demonstrates your commitment to responsible off-roading practices, preserving fragile desert ecosystems while enjoying the thrill of exploration.
Syllabus
- Crafting comprehensive off-road activity plans
- Vehicle preparation and maintenance for desert conditions
- Use of essential desert survival equipment
- Emergency distress signalling techniques
- Vehicle recovery methods using specialised tools
- Safe off-road driving practices in desert terrain
- Weather forecast interpretation for desert activities
- First aid for common desert-related injuries and conditions
- Understanding local customs, laws, and cultural considerations
- Navigation and location identification in desert environments
Audience
- Off-road enthusiasts seeking to enhance their desert driving skills
- Professional drivers operating in desert regions
- Adventure tour guides and expedition leaders
- Search and rescue personnel
- Park rangers and border patrol officers
- Outback farmers
- Mining personnel
- Military and law enforcement officers requiring desert survival competence
- Environmental researchers working in arid ecosystems
This CorePass® certification is not just a testament to your skills—it’s your passport to safe, responsible, and exhilarating desert adventures. Are you ready to prove your mettle in the world’s most challenging terrains?
Approved References
Candidates must demonstrate skills consistently with approved references such as the text Desert Survival Handbook by Charles Lehman.
For candidates seeking certification for related competencies, IPSQA offers a range of other certification products including:
- IPSQA Certificate in Public Safety (Emergency Vehicle Operator)
- IPSQA CorePass® Off-Road Vehicle Recovery
- IPSQA CorePass® Public Safety Radio
- IPSQA CorePass® Confined Space Awareness
- IPSQA CorePass® Height Safety I/II
- IPSQA CorePass® INSARAG First Responder
- IPSQA CorePass® Community Emergency Response
- IPSQA CorePass® First Aid I-IV (Basic to Advanced)
- IPSQA CorePass® Workplace Fire Suppression I
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Further information
Contact us or your local Accredited Testing Centre for further information.