In India, the corporates organize outbound training for the development of the employees calling it various names such as outbound learning, outbound training team building program, OBT training, adventure-based learning, outdoor management development training, etc. These training methods are based on experimental learning which is divided into various phases and trained by certified outbound facilitators. They used various methods like questioning, debriefing, processing, and observing the behavior of the employees. Through this, they decide the activities that help in the development of different skills of the team members.
Let us check out the steps the companies must follow for planning an outbound training program for the skill development of the employees.
1. Identify the Need for Conducting the Training
Every training session must be organized with the objective of expected outcomes. Therefore, before planning any outbound training session, firstly, the trainers need to identify the need for conducting it. For that, they can discuss the same with the business heads and the participants whether they require such training or not. These training sessions require the time and energy of the experts, the companies invest too much in organizing it and therefore it has to be done after big planning.
2. Select the Training Location
Outbound training location plays a very important role and the employees need to concentrate on learning as well as having all fun. Usually, considering all these things in mind, holiday resorts located in the middle of nature, surrounded by greenery and mountains are considered the best location for these training programs. The environment must be safe and healthy for the employees. The organizers need to consider a few things before finalizing the location:
- The distance should be less so that traveling time can be saved.
- It must come under the cost and budget assigned for the training program.
- If you are booking a resort, it must have all the required amenities and enough sitting area.
- Security, food, hygiene, and cleanliness must be considered as well.
3. Selecting the Participants
These training programs are organized for the growth and development of the employees. They are taught various skills like problem-solving, communication, decision-making, anger management, team-building, leadership, and much more. The trainers try to identify the weak skills of the team members are divide them into different teams. Select the team of people according to the agenda of the training session. It is not possible to include all the employees of an organization in the training program, especially for a multinational company and this is the reason a particular set of employees are selected who can add more value to the organization if their skills are more brushed up.
4. Safety and First-Aid
These training sessions are not limited to classroom sessions where the employees learn by making notes. They are asked to perform various physical activities as well. The facilitators have to ensure the safety of the employees during these sessions. In case of any emergency, they must be ready with basic first-aid to that initial help can be provided to the employee.
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