The Met Office has released a prospectus for online training courses specifically designed for Community Responders and volunteers.
Community responders and the voluntary sector play a crucial role in the resilience of the UK. This training prospectus is aimed at those who work or volunteer in the local community to make them more resilient to severe weather events.
The Met Office have a key role under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 to provide information to Category 1 and 2 responders but also to warn and inform the public around severe weather. The courses contained in this prospectus will provide an opportunity for community responders and the voluntary sector who collaborate closely with local responders to increase their knowledge and find sources of information to assist them as they respond to severe weather.
This prospectus outlines the courses available for the second half of 2025, includes dates when they will be delivered and details on how to register for a course. There is no fee to attend a course, but it is necessary to register so that you receive joining instructions and handouts.
If you have any questions regarding this prospectus or any of the courses, please contact training.cca@metoffice.gov.uk.