The Committee for Sanitary and Epidemiological Control of the Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan successfully organized a National Training event as part of the EU CBRN CoE Project 87 “Preparedness and Response for Mass Gatherings and Other Health Threats in Central Asia” (PRECA), which is funded by the European Union and implemented by ISTC. The training took place on July 28-29, 2023, in Borovoe, Kazakhstan. The event gathered 42 participants from 21 regions of Kazakhstan, all of whom were eager to enhance their knowledge and skills regarding food and water security, as well as command, control and communication in public health, particularly in the context of mass events. 

The two-day training program featured comprehensive sessions led by five highly experienced master trainers. These trainers focused on educating the participants about various aspects of food and water security, aiming to equip them with the necessary expertise to ensure public health and safety during mass gatherings and events. 

To provide a practical learning experience, a table-top exercise was conducted on the second day of the training. This exercise enabled the participants to apply the knowledge gained and simulate real-life scenarios related to food and water security at mass event. 

The training session was observed by PRECA experts, including Andrew Proudlove, Team Leader; Nigel Lightfoor, Exercise Key Expert; and John Haley, Water Safety Key Expert.