Simulation Exercises for Animal Disease Emergencies

This course introduces simulation exercises as part of preparedness for animal disease emergencies. It explains the processes involved in planning, conducting and evaluating simulation exercises. It also describes the various tools, approaches and strategies to support decision-making, as well as the different phases of an exercise.

Learning Objectives

• Importance of simulation exercises and the purposes for which they can be used.
• Purpose and key components of a needs-based, multi-year exercise plan.
• Importance of a concept note in defining the aim and objectives before proceeding with further planning.
• Scenario documents required for a small tabletop exercise or drill.
• How to conduct a small tabletop exercise or drill.