Welcome back to Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we unravel the intricate tales of business travel, shedding light on the nuances of travel risk management. In this episode, James Kington takes us on another riveting journey, this time recounting his eye-opening experience with security protocols in a diamond mine in Botswana.
James vividly describes the disconcerting moments when he found himself unaware of the security procedures, leading to being randomly selected for a strip search multiple times in a row. The confrontational, physiological, and emotional aspects of his experience highlight the critical importance of understanding industry-specific security protocols, especially when transitioning between industries or roles.
Our host, Bex Deadman, reflects on the broader implications of James's story. Bex emphasises the significance of not assuming a universal knowledge stack when it comes to security procedures. She delves into the wisdom derived from James's extreme situation, highlighting how the lessons learned can be applied across various industries and roles.
As Bex navigates the complexities of James's experience, she underscores the crucial nature of awareness, preparation, and adaptability when faced with unfamiliar security measures. The episode serves as a reminder that the confrontations, both physiological and emotional, can occur in any business travel scenario.
Join us for another episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where each tale is a lesson, and every journey is a risk worth exploring.
If you wish to share your own travel story anonymously, please contact Bex at bex@8phaseconsulting.com.
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Assent Risk Management - www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk
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