Security and Emergency Preparedness in Public Transport

UITP and Metropolitano de Lisboa are organising a training on Security & Emergency Preparedness in Public Transport on 28-30 October 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal. 

Public transport networks are susceptible to a range of incidents, which can impact service and need to be prepared for and managed. From accidents to weather events to terrorist attacks, incidents can range from the relatively minor localised routine emergency to the full-scale crisis and everything in between.  Planning and practicing response is sound practice to ensure business continuity and a resilient network. Training is essential for staff to have the skills necessary for the issues they face. And when something happens, a coordinated and well-managed response is essential. 

The aim of this training programme is to provide participants with the necessary knowledge and tools: 

• to create or benchmark their emergency preparedness and response plans, 

• to understand the role and challenges of involved stakeholders and 

• to set up efficient cooperation schemes.

The programme includes case studies from experienced networks, as well as a table-top exercise in emergency response.

• Registration fees
• Full training programme
• Practical information

• Learn to construct a comprehensive security concept
• Build sound emergency preparedness & response plans
• Learn the basics of crisis communication
• Define training needs for relevant staff
• Practice emergency response with a table-top exercise
• Benchmark your practices and tools with your peers
• Discover best practices from Asia and Europe

• Get inspired by our trainers, understand the main concepts and learn from successful best practice
• Participate in interactive plenary sessions with introductions by course leaders, presentations by trainers and open discussions with participants
• Challenge your practical knowledge on emergency preparedness and response
• Address the topic from an international perspective, enriched by different cultural approaches and points of views
• Participate in workshops allowing you to apply to a concrete case the main principles and tools learned
• Benefit from a unique exchange of knowledge and experience between professionals

UITP Training Programmes and all related processes are certified for ISO 21001: 2018 – the standard for Educational organisations – Management systems for educational organisations.

• Professionals with a role and interest in protection of and emergency preparedness in public transport 
• Police Officers
• Security managers
• Operations managers
• Other public transport professionals engaged in emergency preparedness, security, safety, crisis management, risk managers from public transport operators and authorities
• Experienced professionals as well as newcomers to the topic

This course is suitable for those who are fluent or have a high level in English.  

Our skillful trainers are composed of international experts and professionals with extensive experience and knowledge in the safety, security and crisis management.