Science and Technical Cell (STAC) Course

Following the Buncefield fire of 2005, the Cabinet Office reviewed the guidance around the delivery of health, technical and scientific advice during a major incident, then covered by the Health Advice Team (HAT) arrangements. Following this review, the Cabinet Office released updated guidance in April 2007 outlining the concept of the Science and Technical Advice Cell (STAC) to replace the HAT arrangements.

The Emergency Preparedness Training Department of the Health Protection Agency has developed a two-day training course which will train personnel who could act as STAC Chairs.

Learning objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Explain the roles and responsibilities of STAC.
• Describe the regional arrangements for activating a STAC.
• Explain the importance of leadership and communication skills in a crisis.
• Explain the legal responsibilities of a STAC Chair.
• Brief the SCG Chair effectively.

Assessment

There is no formal assessment at the end of this course. Delegates will receive an Certificate of Attendance.

Participants

The course is for those who have already been nominated to work in a STAC during an incident, as STAC Chairs.

Contact for course details and booking:

This course is funded by Department of Health and is free to suitable delegates.

For enquiries or to book your place on a STAC course in your region please contact your Regional Health Emergency Planning Advisor (RHEPA).

Course dates

Course dates for 2012/13 will be advertised in April 2012. Please visit this page again at that time for further details. 

Last reviewed: 1 November 2011