Command And Control Of An Emergency/Major Incident And Defensible Decision Making

A one-day scenario-based training course to introduce best practice when interviewing witnesses and suspects. Aimed at individuals who may be required to interview either witnesses or suspects to gather and prepare evidence as part of an investigation. The course includes an overview of relevant legislation and effective interview models, along with practical training on how to structure interviews. Additional areas covered include the principles of investigative interviewing. Thereby, raising awareness and introducing the different aspects of how to interview and how to secure best evidence.

A one-day scenario-based training course to introduce best practice when conducting an investigation. It is aimed at individuals who may be required to gather and prepare evidence from the beginning. This course includes an overview of relevant legislation, practical training on how to record and secure best evidence. Including the use of pocket notebooks, other recording methods and using effective techniques to ensure detailed statements are prepared to the highest evidential standard. Thereby, raising awareness and introducing the different aspects of an investigation and how to record and secure best evidence.

A one-day scenario-based training course to introduce best practice regarding Major Incident Log keeping. Aimed at individuals: including commanders and log keepers who will be required to capture and record key information and decisions during an incident. The course includes an overview of relevant legislation: provides knowledge around the importance of the role of log keeping and demonstrates how to effectively maintain a log. Individuals will then practice the skills gained using scenario-based learning. Thereby: raising awareness and introducing the different aspects of how to keep comprehensive logs during a Major Incident response.

A one-day exercise to provide a refresher re the Joint Emergency Services Interoperability Principles (JESIP), Joint Decision Model (JDM) and International Ship and Port Security (ISPS). Followed by a multi-level paper feed exercise to simulate a complex Major Incident response followed by a comprehensive de-brief. Aimed at individuals who may be required to undertake a command role, at Strategic (Gold), Tactical (Silver) or Operational (Bronze) levels. Raising awareness re the different aspects of the command structure (including multi agency working) to seek learning around areas of improvement. Identifying key recommendations during the exercise and in a report provided afterwards.