Course Details
- Course duration: 3.5 Days
- Course category: Command, Resilience
- Course category: Command
- Start/finish time: The timings for each course are variable so please refer to your joining instructions.
This course is owned and delivered by the College of Policing in partnership with NARU
Strategic Command Training that develops commanders in the NOS and competencies required for effecting strategic management of a major incident.
Course overview
Course Aim
MAGIC aims to develop delegates’ confidence, understanding and ability to perform the role of the Strategic Commander by planning, implementing and reviewing a multi-agency strategy to ensure the timely resolution of a major incident or civil emergency.
This course links to the following Skills for Justice Integrated Competency Framework (ICF) activities and National Occupational Standards (Police) (NOS)
| UNIT | UNIT DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| ICF 109 | Set, monitor and review strategy for operations (gold) |
| ICF 919 | Ensure the effective handling of major (and critical) incidents |
| ICF 938 | Develop force operational strategies and contingencies plan for major incidents and disorder |
| ICF 318 | Participate in simulated exercises in preparation for contingencies or major incidents |
| ICF 928 | Manage media during major enquiries and incidents |
| NOS 2B1 | Set, monitor and review strategies for policing operations |
| NOS HB7 | Provide leadership for your organisation |
| NOS CD3 | Prepare for, and participate in, planned law enforcement operations |
| CCAA1 | Work in co-operation with other organisations |
| CCAA2 | Share information with other organisations |
| CCAA3 | Manage information to support civil protection decision making |
| CCAB1 | Anticipate and assess the risk of emergencies |
| CCAD1 | Develop, maintain and evaluate business continuity plans and arrangements |
| CCAD2 | Promote business continuity management |
| CCAE1 | Create exercises to practice or validate emergency or business continuity arrangements |
| CCAE2 | Direct and facilitate exercises to practice or validate emergency or business continuity arrangements |
| CCAE3 | Conduct debriefing after an emergency, exercise or other activity |
| CCAF1 | Raise awareness of the risk, potential impact and arrangements in place for emergencies |
| CCAF2 | Warn, inform and advise the community in the event of emergencies |
| CCAG1 | Respond to emergencies at the strategic (gold) level |
| CCAG4 | Address the needs of individuals during the initial response to emergencies |
| CCAH1 | Provide on-going support to meet the needs of individuals affected by emergencies |
| CCAH2 | Manage community recovery from emergencies |
Course Programme contents
The Multi Agency Gold Incident Command (MAGIC) Programme has recently undergone a full review including the learning outcomes and a training needs analysis. The new course launched on 11 April 2012 and now includes a legislation guide, pre-course work element and a 3.5-day course.
Intended Learning Outcomes
MAGIC will assist delegates in developing their performance by providing an opportunity for them to:
- Define the roles and responsibilities of different agencies during a major incident or civil emergency
- Take strategic ‘Gold’ command of a major incident or emergency for their own agency
- Plan, implement and review civil contingency plans and multi-agency communication strategies
MAGIC provides a solid foundation for delegates to continue multi-agency training with their specific LRF, to meet the requirements of the Civil Contingencies Act (CCA) 2004, by sharing and exercising local plans. This can be facilitated through the application of MAGIC training delivered to LRFs.
This course is aligned to the following NHS Commissioning Board Core Standards for EPRR which will assist Ambulance Trusts in meeting these standards by providing relevant educational modules:
| UNIT | UNIT DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 9.1 | Refer to the National Ambulance Service Command and Control Guidance 2012 and any other relevant ambulance specific guidance relating to major incidents |
| 9.10 | Make sure all commanders maintain a continuous personal development portfolio |
| 9.34 | List their key strategic, tactical and operational responsibilities as set out in the NHS Emergency Planning Guidance 2005 (or subsequent relevant guidance) |
Intended Audience
MAGIC is aimed at Category 1 Responders from the ‘blue light’ services and partner agencies who would normally perform Strategic (Gold) Command for their organisation during a major incident or civil emergency.
Delegates must be trained Gold Commanders from Police, Fire and Rescue and Ambulance/Health Services. Participants may include Local or Central Government, and the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
This course is designed to provide continuous professional development for trained Gold Commanders or Multi-Agency Gold Training for those refreshing their single agency training.
Eligibility Criteria
Prior to attending MAGIC the delegate must be able to:
- Demonstrate Gold / Strategic Command within their own parent organisation
- Describe their own learning objectives for the course and its place within their own development plan
- Outline their own agency’s role at a Major Incident / Civil Emergency
- Describe their own agency’s major incident and contingency plans, providing an example from their area of work
- Summarise the contents of the publication “Short Guide to Civil Contingencies”
- Identify and provide an example of those in their organisation who have undertaken the role of Gold Commander for a multi-agency event
- Explain and link the four stages of a major incident.
Police officers will be asked to demonstrate evidence of prior Gold training and application e.g. Public Order, Firearms, and Critical Incident Command 3 etc.
Methods of Delivery
The course will be delivered through a combination of facilitated discussions, table-top exercises, role-play and input from subject matter experts.
Dress Code
Smart business wear.
Course Location
This Course will be held at one of three venues. Please refer to your Joining Instructions for confirmation of the location.
The College of Policing – Bramshill, Hook, Hampshire RG27 0JW
Fire Service College, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0RH
Harperley Hall, Fir Tree, Crook, County Durham, DL15 8DS
Accommodation
Accommodation provided as part of the course at the respective training venue, and also for the night prior to course start if required.
Please note that towels and toiletries are not provided.
Pre-read Downloads
Due to the restricted nature of this course, this information will be sent out to candidates once their application has been successful.
Equipment Requirements
There are no equipment requirements.