Emergency Preparedness: First-Aid and Contacts on Safaris

Emergency preparedness first-aid and contacts on safaris ensure rapid response to heatstroke, dune bashing injuries, or dehydration during Dubai desert adventures across remote Lahbab dunes.

Licensed DTCM operators carry mandatory kits and satellite communication, critical when cell coverage drops beyond Al Awir road entrances.

Essential First-Aid Kit Contents
Core Items: Antiseptic wipes, bandages, scissors, tweezers, paracetamol/ibuprofen for headaches from motion sickness.

Desert-Specific: Rehydration salts (ORS), burn gel (sand abrasions), antihistamines (scorpion stings), eye wash (sand irritation).

Life-Saving: EpiPen (rare allergies), blood pressure monitor, thermal blanket (night hypothermia).

Operator Mandate: Kits inspected daily; AED 1M insurance covers evacuations.

Emergency Contact Protocols
Primary Numbers:

Dubai Police: 999 (non-tourist emergencies)

RTA Desert Rescue: 800-9090

DTCM Helpline: 800-5555

Operator Hotline: Printed on safari voucher

Satellite Phone: Guides carry Iridium devices for dune interiors; 15-min response ETA.

Ambulance: Airlift capable from Hatta Hospital (30km from dunes).

Response Checklist Table
Emergency Type Immediate Action Contact
Heatstroke Shade + ice packs 999
Fractures Immobilize limb Operator sat phone
Dehydration ORS + rest Camp medic
Scorpion sting Wash + antihistamine RTA 800-9090
Lost group Stay put + flare Guide's radio
Operator Preparedness Standards
Medic on Site: Certified EMT at every evening camp (post-4 PM safaris).
Evac Vehicles: 4×4 chase cars with AC, stretchers, oxygen.
Training: Guides complete annual DTCM first-response certification.
Briefing: 5-min safety talk covers kit locations, signals.

Passenger Responsibilities
Personal Meds: Carry prescriptions (asthma inhalers, insulin) in daypack.
Health Disclosure: Inform guide of conditions pre-dune bashing.
Buddy System: Pairs monitor hydration (dark urine = alert).
Location Share: WhatsApp live GPS with family.