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The goal is to develop a training program that empowers laypersons to effectively respond to mass casualty incidents.

The Development of a Citizen Disaster Preparedness Training Program

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This pilot program develops a training course for citizens to improve disaster response skills, highlighting essential interventions.

The goal is to develop a training program that empowers laypersons to effectively respond to mass casualty incidents.
Developed the course 'Ground Zero' using Kern’s 6-step curriculum approach.
Included core content on scene safety, triage, communication, and lifesaving procedures.
Conducted online and in-person training sessions with hands-on practice and simulated MCIs.
Gathered participant feedback through online forms and assessed learning via pre- and post-session quizzes.
Successfully developed a course tailored for laypersons to enhance disaster response skills.
Identified challenges in training delivery, especially during COVID-19 restrictions.
Participants showed increased confidence and understanding of MCI principles after the training.

Yeong et al. (2026) studied this question.

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