Safe tourism

As part of its educational program, Örken East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Education Development of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region hosted an interactive lesson on “Safe Tourism”. The event was led by Nurbolat T. Uteyev, an engineer of Emergency Prevention Administration of Emergency Situations Department of East Kazakhstan region.

The goal of the lesson was to equip schoolchildren with essential knowledge and practical skills for staying safe during hiking and traveling. Having an extensive experience in emergency prevention, Nurbolat T. Uteyev, shared hands-on tips and safety measures to help school students avoid dangerous situations in the natural environment.

Key topics of the lesson:

Getting ready for hiking: choosing a route, packing necessary equipment, checking weather forecasts.

Safety rules in forests, mountains and near reservoirs: how to take your bearings in the locality, what to do when coming across wild animals, and how to prevent forest fires.

Actions in emergency situations: providing first aid, calling for rescue services, and using communications equipment without network coverage.

Environmental responsibility: preserving nature, proper waste disposal, and following campfire rules.

Outcomes and significance of the lesson:

The lesson marked an important step in enhancing the safety awareness among young people who are interested in tourism. Students picked up knowledge that could save lives in extreme conditions. Collaborating with professionals from Emergency Situations Department of East Kazakhstan region like Nurbolat Talgatovich made the lesson practical, insightful, and memorable.

Örken East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Education Development of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region continues to actively engage in educational projects aimed at fostering a sense of responsibility for both personal safety and the environment among the younger generation. These kinds of lessons are vital in promoting a culture of safe and sustainable tourism, which is becoming more popular in East Kazakhstan.  

Special thanks to the organizers and speakers for a fruitful and informative event!