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        • Photo album
        • Photo album 2
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Field training officer (FTO) photo album

FTO, instructs in correct procedures for abseiling Photo: Jim Bumak

Abseiling during field training in Hobart Photo: J. Pritchard

Expeditioners learn to erect polar pyramid tents Photo: J. Pritchard

FTO demonstrates how to measure ice thickness Photo: I. Phillips

FTO instructs in bogging Quads Photo: I. Phillips

Demonstrating rope coiling techniques Photo: Jason C.

Navigation training is part of the FTO's responsibility Photo: Hully

Expeditioners familiarise themselves with contents of ration packs Photo: J. Pritchard

FTO teaching navigation skills with maps in ship's mess Photo: M. Woolridge