Indicative content:
• this is an important aspect of character of area; people will not visit an
area with known security risks/high crime rates
• health and safety are basic human needs according to Maslow; without
assurance of these needs, many travellers will be discouraged from
travelling
• high media coverage of health, safety and security issues raises further
concerns for many travellers
• more recently, terrorist activity in popular destinations affects the
popularity of these destinations
• outbreaks of disease may put people off travelling
• extreme weather e.g. hurricanes
Use level of response criteria.
Level 1 (1–3 marks)
At this level, candidates will identify 1, 2 or more reasons why health, safety
and security are important in tourism.
Level 2 (4–6 marks)
At this level candidates will explain 1, 2 or more reasons why health, safety
and security are important in tourism.
Level 3 (7–9 marks)
At this level candidates will evaluate 1, 2 or more reasons why health, safety
and security are important in tourism.