Fernando Martins
About Fernando Martins
Fernando Martins serves as the Director of Canadian Operations at Strategic Operations, where he has worked since 2013. He has a background in military training and has contributed to various innovative training techniques and solutions in Canada.
Work at Strategic Operations
Fernando Martins has served as the Director of Canadian Operations at Strategic Operations since 2013. In this role, he has facilitated the expansion of the organization into Canada, focusing on providing training support to both military and civilian agencies. His leadership has been instrumental in promoting innovative training solutions, including the use of Re-locatable Habitat Units (RHUs) for cost-effective training.
Previous Experience at Department of National Defence
Prior to his current position, Fernando Martins worked at the Department of National Defence as a Base Technical Services Officer from 2007 to 2013. During his six years in this role, he gained valuable experience that contributed to his expertise in operational training and support.
Innovations in Medical Training
Fernando Martins has been actively involved in advancing medical training in Canada. He played a key role in the implementation of the Human Worn Partial Task Surgical Simulator, known as the 'Cut Suit'. This innovation enhances training for medical personnel by providing realistic scenarios for surgical practice.
Hyper-Realistic™ Training Techniques
Martins has facilitated the introduction of Hyper-Realistic™ training techniques in Canada, which were originally developed by Strategic Operations. These techniques aim to enhance the realism of training exercises, thereby improving preparedness for real-world scenarios.
Stress Inoculation Training Methods
Fernando Martins contributed to the introduction of 'Stress Inoculation' training methods in Canadian operations. This approach is designed to reduce casualties and mitigate the effects of PTSD among personnel by preparing them for high-stress situations.