WHALE SAFETY FIELD GUIDE

Private trip brief template

Complete one copy per trip and restrict access. This is a working form, not a place for keys, balances or unnecessary identity document copies.

People and permissions

Traveller and accompanying people: __________________________________

Nationality and entry document category checked by: ____________________

Purpose, route, transit and re-entry checked on: _________________________

Medical or accessibility arrangements and responsible person: _____________

Contacts and places

Primary emergency contact and backup: _______________________________

Local police / ambulance / fire: ______________________________________

Accommodation name, local script address and verified number: ___________

Local legal / security / insurance assistance contacts: ____________________

Appropriate consular or representative office contact: ____________________

Arrival and ordinary operation

Arrival transport and independent verification channel: ___________________

Payment options if the main phone fails: _______________________________

Communication channels and fallback: _________________________________

Meeting host, verified venue and independent return plan: _________________

Check in windows including time zone: ________________________________

If plans change

Missed check in steps and timing agreed with the contact: _________________

Immediate escalation triggers: _______________________________________

Shelter or extended stay option and available ordinary funds: _______________

Alternative route with entry eligibility and operating status checked: __________

Dependants and household arrangements if delayed: _____________________

Final check: alerts, transport, documents, medication, coverage and contact availability reviewed by __________ on __________.

Privacy rule: provide the driver, hotel and meeting host only the parts relevant to them. Store the full brief securely and withdraw access when it is no longer needed. Do not circulate it in public or large community groups.

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CITYDubai · United Arab EmiratesCITYAbu Dhabi · United Arab EmiratesCITYHong Kong · Hong KongCITYMacao · MacaoCITYSingapore · SingaporeCITYTokyo · JapanCASECher, France · Taken from home. Held apart.CASEParis, France · The family became the target.CASEHong Kong · A trade invitation became captivity.CASEPunggol, Singapore · A Telegram offer. A bag of cash.01Start here02Emergency numbers and bilingual card03Decide how much protection you need04Map your exposure without creating a target list05Reduce what strangers can learn06Separate daily spending from long term reserves07Make signing a deliberate activity08Backups and inheritance without new vulnerabilities09Secure phones accounts and communications10Recognise manipulation before money moves11Give family and staff a usable role12Make home entry predictable and controlled