Words into Action guidelines - Design and conduct of simulation exercises - SIMEX (public review version)

This companion guide on design and conduct of simulation exercises is part of the Words into Action Guideline series on practical implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction Priority 4 component on enhancing disaster preparedness for effective response. It consists of three main sections: General Information on Simulation Exercise, or SIMEX; the Process; Existing Guidelines.

It targets emergency managers, relevant government officials and many other actors responsible for disaster preparedness planning and drills.

Public Review version

As an effort from the international DRR Community and brokered by UNDRR, this official public review version is a product of a long and detailed process of drafting, consultation and review. This document will be on PreventionWeb for public review until 14 December 2019 and has the purpose to ensure we haven’t overlooked aspects that are important to consider. Your comments and suggestions will be highly appreciated regarding those good practices you find could be replicated/adapted in your work and/or country preparedness context.

UNDRR and the Working Group invite you to share your comments in the public review survey until 14 December 2019.