The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) and the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) have signed a joint cooperation programme aimed at enhancing safety standards and building national capacity in mountain rescue, ambulance services, and risk management for adventure tourism activities across Oman.
The agreement was signed by Azzan Al Busaidi, Undersecretary
of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Tourism, and Brigadier Al Maqbali,
Assistant Chairman of the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority, in the
presence of officials and specialists from both organisations.
The initiative reflects ongoing collaboration between the
two entities to support the growing adventure tourism sector and ensure
operators and personnel are equipped to respond effectively to emergencies in
mountain and outdoor environments.
The programme seeks
to strengthen the capabilities of national human resources working in adventure
tourism through specialised training aligned with international best practices.
Al Busaidi said the programme forms part of broader efforts
to enhance readiness and strengthen safety systems in adventure tourism
activities, a sector experiencing rapid growth in Oman.
He noted that specialised training in mountain rescue,
emergency response, and risk management will improve response efficiency and
intervention speed, contributing to a safer environment for visitors and
adventure enthusiasts.
He emphasised that a robust safety framework is essential
for the sustainable development of adventure tourism.
Equipping industry professionals with the skills and
knowledge required to manage field challenges will help boost visitor
confidence and reinforce Oman’s reputation as a safe and attractive tourism
destination.
For his part, Al Maqbali described the initiative as an
example of effective institutional partnership.
He said the CDAA will
leverage its technical expertise and training capabilities to prepare personnel
through programmes focused on first aid, mountain rescue, emergency response,
and risk assessment.
These efforts are expected to improve operational readiness
and strengthen the sector’s ability to address risks associated with adventure
tourism activities.
The cooperation programme includes a range of specialised
training courses, such as first aid and safety on mountain trails,
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and risk assessment for mountain adventure
tourism operations.
It also provides for the dissemination of public awareness
materials covering first aid guidance, mountain-climbing safety procedures, and
other essential safety measures.
Officials said the programme will help develop skilled national talent, support sustainable adventure tourism growth, and strengthen Oman’s position as a leading regional and international destination for adventure tourism, while enhancing the competitiveness of the country’s tourism sector. -TradeArabia News Service
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