COURSE OBJECTIVES. GREETINGS from Outward Bound Singapore (OBS)! As you are NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RESIDENCY PROGRAMME (25-27 APRIL 2014)

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1 GREETINGS from Outward Bound Singapore (OBS)! As you are about to embark on a programme with us, we think it will be useful to provide you with some critical information to ensure that your time with us will be as productive and enjoyable as possible. COURSE OBJECTIVES This course will allow you to: A. Build rapport and bonding with residents outside the professional work environment; (to know each other s name, personal & professional information); B. Develop the NUHS TRICE Value with the residents and team together during the outdoor experiential activities; C. Experience and understand the concepts of team dynamics to enhance the working relationships at NUHS; D. Foster team spirit through participation in a series of outdoor experiential activities; E. Create a sense of identification and shared common purpose (patient focus) as one NUHS. The course has been designed in collaboration with National University Hospital (S) Pte Ltd and aims to help participants achieve the above objectives.

2 SOME THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW COURSE INFORMATION An Outward Bound course is mentally and physically challenging, but you may discover strengths and potential you never knew you had. What an Outward Bound course can do for you depends on you; you will benefit more when you have an open mind to learn, enthusiasm to try (and sometimes try again) and to help others learn. PREPARING FOR THE COURSE OBS activities are within most people's capabilities. However, you should get used to physical activities. Start by engaging in some light conditioning exercises such as jogging, swimming or cycling. Prepare yourself mentally to be stretched and also learn Come prepared with the appropriate gear to ensure your experience is not jeopardized (See Annex A) Stay healthy! - Participants on MC or are excused from physical activities may be rejected from the programme, or asked to take on the role of an observer. BACK TO BASICS At OBS, you will work in a group (called 'Watch') of up to 16 people, stay in non-air-conditioned dormitories. Food will be provided for by our in-house caterer. In addition, OB S as an educational institution is a nosmoking facility. Smoking, as well as the consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited throughout the course. We ask that you challenge yourself, and you might be pleasantly surprised at the end of the course!

3 Directions By Car: Take TPE exit 9 to Punggol Road. Head towards Punggol Road End. By Public Transport: nearest MRT station Punggol on North-East Line Take bus 84 from Punggol bus interchange. Alight near jetty. (Average waiting time: 15-20mins) Do report at the entrance of Punggol Jetty by 0835 hrs on 25 April In case of Emergency If there is a need for your family or loved one to contact you while you are at OBS, they may contact the Course Director at ext 162. Please provide your full name and the course organization you are from. The course director will make arrangements to contact you through your instructor. The ferry will depart at 0845hrs. Should you require any further clarifications, please contact: Mr Chaw Chin Yong Head (Organisation Learning & Development) Outward Bound Professional Tel: Chaw_Chin_Yong@pa.gov.sg

4 PACKING LIST NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL PACKED? Item T-shirts: long-sleeved* (for sun protection and to minimise insect bites) Quantity Min. 2 pc T-shirts: short-sleeved * As required Shorts * suitable for physical training e.g. running/ sleeping As required Long pants * for climbing activities/expeditions (three-quarter pants and jeans are not encouraged) Min. 2 pairs Identity Card Compulsory Towel As required Sun protection hat/cap, sunglasses, gloves, sunblock cream (SPF 30 or higher), lip balm, after-sun lotion Shoes for water activities (Closed-toe for protection from underwater rocks, barnacles etc; sandals not permitted) ^Do not bring shoes that are too old and may come apart easily Shoes for dry activities e.g. climbing and trekking ^Do not bring shoes that are too old and may come apart easily Must not be same pair for wet activities As required Compulsory (min. 1 pair) 1 pair Personal Water Bottle (preferably 1L or more) At least 1 Sandals / Slippers Optional Hand Sanitizer Recommended Undergarments & Socks Personal Toiletries Personal first aid items and/or prescription medication e.g. ventolin inhaler, plasters, antiseptic cream, ointment for insect bites Insect repellent (ozone friendly) Sufficient supply Sufficient supply * Do not bring military or camouflage-print attire. ** Do not bring excessive valuables or electronic items

5 ABOUT US NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Outward Bound Singapore is part of Outward Bound International, a worldwide network of adventure education centres devoted to leadership training, character-building and values formation. OBS is not a physical training centre, a survival school or holiday resort. We use the outdoors as the classroom for learning and development. Outward Bound Professional (OBP) is a specialized arm of Outward Bound Singapore that provides experiential learning programmes for organizational clients. A leader in outcome-oriented experiential learning, OBP has been an important business partner of corporations seeking excellence in leadership, teamwork and change management.