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Simulation guides

This page contains guides and examples on how to conduct simulation exercises and prepare for evacuations.

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Words into Action guidelines - Design and conduct of simulation exercises - SIMEX
Documents and publications

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.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Documents and publications

This document is a tool for national governments who wish to conduct simple, inexpensive table top and functional exercises to test systems and procedures contained within their national disaster management plans.

World Food Programme (WFP)
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Inter-Agency Standing Committee
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Documents and publications

This handbook for school administrators, school personnel, and involved parents and disaster managers addresses School Disaster Management for both K-12 and universities, in the context of comprehensive school safety.

International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Maputo drill
Conducting simulation exercises
Enhancing disaster preparedness for effective response requires an in-depth knowledge of risks and events for which to prepare for.
UNDRR
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