Prepare experts to conduct training courses, including tabletop exercises, on the elements of contingency response planning and implementation for facilities using or storing nuclear material.
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Train-the-trainers Course on Contingency Response Planning for Facilities Using or Storing Nuclear Material
Nuclear Security Training and Demonstration Centre
Purpose and objectives
Focus areas
- Nuclear security overview
- Crisis management
- Safety and security interface
- Coordination of emergency response and contingency response
Training methods
- Lecture/presentation
- Group discussion, oral questioning
- Case study, observation
- Demonstration, practice
Specialized equipment/infrastructure to be used
- Central alarm station demonstration room
- Physical protection demonstration room
Target audience
Staff from regulatory bodies, other competent authorities or organizations responsible for performing or supporting regulatory functions related to the nuclear security, nuclear facilities and associated activities.
Prerequisites
Completion of the following IAEA e-learning modules is required:
- Introduction to the International Legal Framework for Nuclear Security
- Overview of Nuclear Security Threats and Risks
- Introduction to and Overview of IAEA Nuclear Security Series Publications
- Nuclear Security Threats and Risks: Material and Facilities
- Physical Protection
Completion of the following workshop is recommended:
- IAEA Workshop on Management of Response to a Nuclear Security Event at Nuclear Facilities
Duration
5 days