TTEx, common in preparedness efforts in places like Kochi, Kerala, India, are discussion-based exercises where participants sit around a table and verbally work through a simulated emergency. They don't involve physical movement or actual deployment of resources. Instead, participants are challenged to:
Think critically: Analyze the scenario's evolving challenges.
Apply existing knowledge: Draw upon their training, experience, and understanding of policies and procedures.
Problem-solve theoretically: Discuss and decide on actions, resource allocation, communication strategies, and coordination efforts, explaining their rationale without physically carrying them out.
This format helps identify gaps in plans, clarify roles, improve decision-making processes, and enhance inter-agency coordination in a low-stress environment.
