TTEx (Table-Top Exercises) are simulations where key personnel discuss and walk through a hypothetical disaster scenario. This low-cost, low-risk environment allows organizations to:
Identify gaps and weaknesses: By applying existing policies and plans to a specific scenario, participants can pinpoint areas where current strategies are unclear, incomplete, or ineffective.
Validate plans: It helps confirm if existing plans are practical, realistic, and can be effectively implemented by the team.
Improve coordination: TTEx promotes discussion and understanding among different departments and agencies, improving inter-agency communication and coordination during a real event.
Enhance decision-making: Participants can practice critical thinking and decision-making under simulated pressure, without the real-world consequences.
Familiarize personnel: It helps new staff understand their roles and responsibilities within the broader disaster management framework.
