1	"Emergency" Emergency Preparedness Group
2	SCOPE Update on EPG Emergency Scenarios Proposed Training Roadmap for EPG
3	Update on EPG
4	Role of EPG
5	Training/Activities for EPG
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7	Need to Prioritise Scenarios Many possible scenarios and each covers many different aspects Help develop specific capability in areas that need most attention Facilitate follow through efforts and communicate need for EP to GROs
8	Factors in prioritising Reflect the post-911 security climate Impact on community Extent of support and involvement of GROs Emphasis on effect and consequence of event
9	Emergency Scenarios Outbreak of contagious disease Building collapse Bomb explosion at public area Chemical incident with in-place protection Disruption to basic necessities such as water and power supplies
10	Scenario and Consequence Matrix
11	Staff Focus Groups
12	Focus Group Composition Leader : DD (Grassroots Group) Co-leader : AD (EP Division) Members : 2-3 SCMs 2 CDC reps (DGM & SrM) 1 PAO rep 1 EPD rep 1 rep from other PA units
13	Expected Task of Focus Groups Work out response plans for scenarios Impact of emergency on community What can EPG and GROs do to help community Detailed roles and functions of various GROs Assemble appropriate package of community resources Identify different areas in which we need to build up capabilities of GROs and PA staff How can PA and GROs work with other agencies
14	Implementation Scenario planning workshop for staff focus groups (Aug) Table-top exercise for EPGs (Oct) Fine-tuning of plans and submission (Nov/Dec)
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16	Training Needs of EPG Knowledge and understanding of emergencies and EP in Singapore and the Homefront Crisis Management System Capability to perform planning and resource management functions during emergencies Capability to mobilise, organise and co-ordinate the activities of the various GROs and CERTs
17	Training Needs of EPG Understanding the concept of information management during emergencies Understanding the concept of emergency behaviour management
18	Levels of Training Level 1 : Induction Training Level 2 : Basic Training Level 3 : Exercises and Validation Level 4 : Advanced training
19	Training Roadmap Focus on first two years will be on Level 1 & 2 i.e. Induction and Basic training PA will work with MHA, SCDF, SPF and other government agencies for conduct of training
20	Training Roadmap Orientation programme Table-top exercise Scenario Planning workshop at CDC level Visits to Home Team establishments Briefings on EP related subjects
21	Orientation Programme (Jul 2004) Roles of EPG and updates on activities Basic understanding of the Homefront Crisis Management System and the roles of various Ministries & Emergency Authorities
22	Table-top Exercise (Oct 2004) Half day scenario planning exercise, based on 5 scenarios EPG Chairman & 1-2 members, Staff Focus Group members Staff focus group will share draft response plans & engage EPGs in discussions Response plan will cover detailed roles &functions of GROs appropriate package of community resources
23	Scenario planning workshops at CDC level (Nov- Dec 2004) Training on crafting of Emergency Operations Plan for grassroots Sharing of response plans for 5 scenarios Opportunity to engage other EPG members & GROs
24	Visits to Home Team establishments To give EPGs a better understanding of the roles and operations of the various agencies Establishments include Civil Defence Academy, Fire Stations, Neighbourhood Police Centres, SCDF/Police Ops Centres, etc
25	Briefings on EP related subjects Concept of Information Management during emergencies Emergency Behaviour Management Unconventional threats and procedures to deal with them eg Chemical Incident and In Place Protection Emergency Manpower Management Emergency Relief Operations Plan
26	Thank You