Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Response
Course overview
When a major emergency strikes, the quality of preparation decides how well an organisation protects its people and continues to operate. This course covers the planning, resourcing, and exercising of emergency response arrangements. Delegates learn to build response teams and coordinate with external agencies.
What you will gain
- Identify credible emergency scenarios
- Develop emergency response plans and procedures
- Define roles within an incident command structure
- Establish communication and alerting systems
- Plan and evaluate emergency exercises
- Coordinate with authorities and the community
Who should attend
- Emergency and crisis coordinators
- HSE managers
- Facility and site managers
- Business continuity staff
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 14 Oct 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Feb 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 14 to 16 Jun 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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