Enhancing Visitor Safety: First-Aid Training for Remote Temple Guides

via Phnom Penh Post, 25 February 2024: The National Authority for Preah Vihear recently conducted first-aid training for 37 tour guides from the Preah Vihear and Koh Ker temples, aiming to enhance visitor safety in these remote temple areas. The training is designed to equip guides with the necessary skills to provide immediate assistance for injuries or illnesses, thereby ensuring a safer and more attentive service to tourists.

The National Authority for Preah Vihear (NAPV) last week provided first-aid training to 37 tour guides from the Preah Vihear and Koh Ker temples, who may be called upon to assist visitors in the event of injuries or illnesses during their visits to the temple area.

NAPV director-general Kong Puthika stated that improving the guides’ skills to provide immediate assistance after an injury occurs, right at the location, will significantly enhance their ability to offer attentive service to guests overall.

“The safety of visiting tourists is one of our primary concerns because without first aid, waiting for medical assistance before reaching the hospital can be dangerous, so tour guides need to know how to be able to help in cases of injury or illness,” he said.

Source: ​Remote temple guides get first-aid training aimed at ‘visitor safety’ | Phnom Penh Post