Survival DIY Archive

To reduce risk keep skin covered, sleep under a mosquito net, use insect repellents, and do not camp near swamps or stagnat water. A course of tablets, begun before exposure, […]

When in water, the survivor is more likely to be exposed to water – borne diseases, or those carried by insects and animals. Tropical diseases are less familiar and will […]

Dangers from infection is the main risk. Anti-tetanus shots and rabies vaccine should be obtained before travelling. Rabies is untreatable without vaccine and almost always fatal.

During the conscious casuality of the victim, Grasp victim’s right wrist. Bend your head under his arm so your shoulder is level with his lower abdomen. Bend your knees, allowing […]

The types of fractures that may effect are Fracture of the Hip or Upper Leg, Fracture of the knee, Fracture of the lower leg, Fracture of the Ankle or foot, […]

Types of burns: Deep burns are charred or white, and bone or muscle may be visible. Superficial burns are much more painful. Blisters should never be burst deliverately. If face […]

Soap is an antiseptic: use to wash wounds. Wash hands in boiled water before cleaning wound. Wash wound in boiled water or if none is available use urine, which is […]

Lesser the bleeding immediately. Clean the wound carefully and apply a sterile dressing during an injury. To avoid the risk of infection, do not touch the wound or allow non-sterile […]

Arterial bleeding: Speed is vital in stopping blood spurting from an artery. Compress the artery at pressure points where it runs ear the surface over a bone. Watch the wound: […]

Artificial Respiration: With any form of resucitation the first five minutes are the most critical, but if breathing does not start, keep artificial respiration up for at least an hour. […]

To prevent Asphyxiation, Pressure on chest can cause asphyxiation. In an avalanche or landslide, crouch with arms bent and elbows tucked well in to protect the chest. A climber who […]

Heimlich Manqeuvre: Stand behind a cognizant setback, arms around them. Make a clench hand of one hand and press it thumb inwards above navel but beneath breastbone. Catch different hand […]

Before approaching a casuality, check for danger from falling debris, gas traffic, etc. Switch current off before touching electrocution victims.

Helicopter Rescue: Helicopters are frequently used to carry out rescues. Where possible the pilot will land to take on survivors and fly them out. Survivors should check out suitable landing […]

Information Signals: If you abandon camp leave clear direction markers to indicate your route. Continue to make them, not only for people to follow but to establish your own route […]

Rag Signals: Tie a flag or a piece of bright – coloured clothing to a pole. Move it left for dashes and right for dots. Exaggerate with a figure of […]

Heliograph: Use the sun and a reflector to flash light signals. Any shiny object will do – polished tin, glass, a piece of foil – but a hand mirror is […]

By day smoke is good locator. Have a supply of smoke-producing material ready to put on your fires. Smoke not only helps rescue aircraft find you, it also shows surface […]

Siting the signals: Take account of the terrain. Choose high points for light signals. Erect an unusual silhouette or a ridge to attract attention. Planes fly over hilly territory from […]

The survival at sea is vulnerable to shark attack. Ocean sharks are not usually ferocious when food is plentiful. Most are cowards and can be scared off by the jab […]

Conserve emergency food supplies until needed. Try to live off sea life. There are dangerous fish, but in the open sea, fish are generally safe to eat. Near the shore […]

How to Signal at Sea ? Use flares, dye markers and movement of any kind to attract attention at sea. If you have no signalling equipment, wave clothing or tarpauliins […]