Pre-season training course: This could do with some revision. The weekend course in Christchurch involved a lot of lectures which did not seem to be particularly relevant. In terms of the science side of things, the brief five minute talks given to everyone is possibly all that is required to advise other science parties. At this point, if there are other groups doing science of interest this can be followed up in person.

The practical sessions were ok, but it may be preferable to ask people to do a first aid course instead of trying to teach everything in such a short length of time (Christchurch component).

An alternative bad weather option needs to be considered for the Flock Hill training. The science parties had no proper training in setting tents up in a field situation due to the bad weather which makes things more difficult in Antarctica.