Purpose_x000D_
Supporting participants to develop systematic, effective and sustainable mechanisms to identify and manage health risks in the context of mass gathering events._x000D_
Scope_x000D_
The table-top exercise will introduce participants to key elements of preparedness and encourage them to develop concepts for responding to a variety of health threats that may occur in the region._x000D_
Objectives_x000D_
The objectives of Table Top Exercise are to:_x000D_
1._x000D_ Develop common understanding on Emergency preparedness and response related concepts among participants;_x000D_
2._x000D_ To ensure effective engagement of relevant stakeholders and explicitly define their roles and responsibilities;_x000D_
3._x000D_ Develop an understanding of reference documents that exist with regards to public health emergency;_x000D_
4._x000D_ Identify and validate priority public health risks;_x000D_
5._x000D_ Outline an ‘all hazards’ national public health Emergency Preparedness Response Plan and define responsibilities and time-line to complete its development;_x000D_
6._x000D_ Identify gaps and areas for improvement in responding to a public health event during a mass gathering through a scenario based table top exercise; and_x000D_
7._x000D_ To discuss and agree on planned framework for emergency preparedness and management for mass gatherings.