Lesson 1Foot, vehicle, and mixed-mode patrol tacticsDis section go compare tactics for foot, vehicle, and mixed-mode patrols. Learners go select methods based on terrain, threat, and mission, and coordinate dismounts, drop-offs, and support to maximize coverage while preserving safety and stealth.
Foot patrol formations and spacingVehicle convoy and spacing rulesDismount and pick-up proceduresMixed-mode coverage of large areasTactics for rapid response patrolsLesson 2Route selection: covering patrol trails, outposts, entrance gate, high-value habitat, and access roadsDis section go cover how to select and prioritize patrol routes across trails, outposts, gates, habitats, and access roads. Learners go balance coverage, risk, terrain, and time to design routes wey go deter threats and protect key resources.
Mapping trails and fixed outpostsSecuring entrance gates and checkpointsProtecting high-value wildlife habitatMonitoring access and logging roadsBalancing coverage, risk, and timeLesson 3Designing daily and nightly patrol schedules for a 7-day cycleDis section go guide learners in building realistic 7-day patrol schedules for day and night. E go cover shift design, rest cycles, rotation of routes and roles, and integrating intelligence and community events into weekly patrol planning.
Defining patrol objectives per weekDay versus night shift structuringRotating routes and ranger rolesIntegrating intel and local eventsReviewing and adjusting schedulesLesson 4Navigation and route recording: waypoint logging, trackback, map annotationDis section go teach practical navigation and route recording using GPS and maps. Learners go log waypoints, record tracks, use trackback, and annotate maps to document patrols, support evidence, and improve future route planning.
Waypoint naming and categorizationRecording and saving patrol tracksUsing trackback to retrace routesAnnotating paper and digital mapsExporting data for reports and casesLesson 5Patrol frequency models: continuous, randomization, hotspot-focusedDis section go explain how to design patrol frequency patterns wey go deter offenders and cover hotspots. Learners go compare continuous, randomized, and hotspot-focused models and combine dem to match threat levels and resource limits.
Continuous coverage model basicsRandomized patrol timing methodsHotspot-focused deployment plansAdapting models to seasonal threatsEvaluating deterrence effectivenessLesson 6Using simple tech: handheld GPS, VHF/UHF radios, camera traps placement and maintenance, acoustic sensors, drone employment principles if permittedDis section go introduce practical use of GPS, radios, camera traps, acoustic sensors, and drones where allowed. Learners go apply simple, reliable workflows for deployment, maintenance, data handling, and safe, lawful operation in di field.
Handheld GPS setup and field useVHF/UHF radio discipline basicsCamera trap placement and servicingAcoustic sensor roles and limitsDrone employment rules and safetyLesson 7Basic patrol equipment checklist: PPE, lights, radios, GPS, first aid, evidence collection kitDis section go detail essential patrol gear, focusing on PPE, lighting, communications, navigation, first aid, and evidence tools. Learners go verify readiness, pack efficiently, and maintain equipment to support safe, lawful field operations.
Core PPE for forest patrol dutiesRadio, GPS, and lighting essentialsFirst aid kit contents and layoutEvidence collection kit and sealsPre-departure inspection routineLesson 8Night operations: movement discipline, use of lights, thermal/IR basic conceptsDis section go prepare rangers for safe, discreet night patrols. E go cover movement discipline, noise and light control, basic thermal and IR concepts, and adapting tactics to low visibility while minimizing risk to rangers, wildlife, and civilians.
Noise, spacing, and hand signalsUse of white, red, and dimmed lightsAvoiding backlighting and silhouettesBasics of thermal and IR detectionNight risk assessment and abort criteriaLesson 9Patrol team composition: optimal ranger numbers, pairing, lead roles, liaison with policeDis section go explain how to structure patrol teams, assign leadership, and define roles. E go cover optimal team size, pairing strategies, task specialization, and coordination and communication protocols with police and other security partners.
Determining optimal team sizeLead ranger and second-in-commandTracker, medic, and radio operator rolesPairing strategies for safetyLiaison procedures with police units
