[Bill Burke, an internationally known off-road expert and instructor, has extensive training in Emergency Response. He addresses backcountry first aid this issue because off-roading and safety go hand-in-hand. This article cannot replace proper first-aid training; only professional training from qualified agencies will give you the skills and mindset required to render responsible and quality emergency care. – Ed.]
Backcountry First-Aid
I am often asked: “What would you do if someone broke an arm or something on the trail?” My answer comes in two parts: first, keep that from happening by controlling risk and maintaining safe practices; and second, take proper action to render quality first aid. Then I must decide if the person stays on the trip or goes for advanced care.
My first memory of a treatment for an injury comes from the time when I closed the car door on my fingers. (…)

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The importance of continued investment in research and development, despite the current economic downturn, for future prosperity has been highlighted by Jaguar Land Rover.
Speaking at an event entitled Prosperity Through Science at Birmingham’s Thinktank, Jaguar Land Rover’s Group Engineering Director, Bob Joyce, told an audience of academics, industrialists and politicians that innovation delivered profits.
Mr Joyce used the example of the Dynamic Response System, which cost £8.5m to develop, as a key sales success for the Range Rover Sport which directly contributed significantly to annual profits thereafter.
“Technology is the ‘hidden’ feature that provides customer delight and creates ongoing profits for JLR and our partners. This is one example of how investment in science and technology can benefit the national and regional economy, while enhancing products and delivering profits. (…)

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