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    BSDRM

    GET ¼ SHEET OF
    PAPER

    10 MINUTES QUIZ
    VISION, MISSION

    A 1. __________Higher Institution in 2. ________ and
    Socio-cultural Development in the 3._________ Region

    4.________ strives to produce competent 5._______,


    generate and utilize knowledge and 6._______, uphold
    7._________ and quality management system for
    sustainable 8._______ and 9._____________.
    CORE VALUES

    The College commits to 10.________, accomplish our
    mission and achieve our goals through our core values
    of 11.______, 12.______, 13.______, 14._______,
    15._______.
    Learning Outcomes

     Identify the process of defining disaster threats
     Determine the different impacts of disasters to lives
    and properties
     Enumerate the process of policy definition
     Identify important aspects of policy to disaster
    management
    INTRODUCTION

     This module explains the concept of disaster threats,
    and its impacts to the community. It also discusses
    the elements of national policy and the roles of local
    authorities in the monitoring and review process of
    disaster management.

    LESSON 1: DISASTER
    THREATS

    GENERAL EFFECTS OF
    DISASTER

     Loss of life,  Loss of livelihood,
     Injury,  Disruption to essential
     Damage to and services,
    destruction of property,  Damage to national
     Damage to and infrastructure and disruption
    destruction of subsistence to governmental systems,
    and cash crops  National economic loss, and
     Disruption of production,  Sociological and
    psychological after effects
     Disruption of lifestyle,

    Process of Defining the
    Disaster Threat

     A hazard can be generally described as a threatening
    event
     The process of identifying hazards obviously
    involves carefully surveying the country or region
    concerned.
     Usually, this identification process includes hazard
    mapping, which establishes geographically where
    natural and artificial hazards may occur.

    ASSESSING
    VULNERABILITY

     For the foregoing identification of hazards, it
    becomes possible to identify—with reasonable
    accuracy—those settlements, communities, and
    assets that are especially vulnerable to disaster
    caused damage or destruction.
    EVALUATING RISK

    Risk has two dimensions:

     a. frequency
     b. magnitude/intensity
    EVALUATING RISK

     Evaluating risk is done by relating a natural or
    artificial hazard to the primary characteristics (e.g.,
    population distribution and development aspects)
    and vulnerability of the area concerned.
    EVALUATING RISK

     This process particularly identifies high-risk areas
    and is the basis for producing risk maps. For
    example, risk mapping of a bushfire prone area
    would indicate the likelihood of fires occurring and
    the degree to which those fires would affect
    communities within the area. Similarly, for a flood-
    prone area, risk mapping would show the likely
    levels of inundation for various flood intensities.
    Use of Disaster Threat
    Information:

    Disaster Threat Information is essential for the
    following:
     The formulation of disaster plans, especially the
    measures within such plans that deal with
    preparedness, response, and recovery.
     The formulation of relevant programs for disaster-
    related training and public awareness. • The
    definition and application of measures that can
    reduce vulnerability in specific cases/areas. •
    Formulation and use of long-term programs of
    mitigation and prevention.
    Use of Disaster Threat
    Information:

    Disaster Threat Information is essential for the
    following:
     The definition and application of measures that can
    reduce vulnerability in specific cases/areas.
     Formulation and use of long-term programs of
    mitigation and prevention.

    END OF LESSON 1
    ANALYSIS

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    ARTICLE. DEADLINE: APRIL 17, 2024
    National Disaster Management Policy
    Clear Definition of
    National Policy

     Clear definition of national disaster management
    policy is essential if a country is to establish and
    maintain adequate arrangements to deal with all
    aspects of its disaster threat.
    Advantages:

     demonstrated lead from government in disaster-
    related affairs;
     foundation for appropriate legislation and associated
    regulations;
     basis for sound organization and clear allocation of
    responsibilities;
    Advantages:

     overall direction for ensuring optimum use of
    resources against a carefully assessed threat; and
     national competence and self-reliance that is likely to
    engender optimum international assistance when the
    need arises.
    Process of Policy
    Definition:

     To define a national disaster management policy, it is
    necessary to consider certain main factors or pillars.
    For most countries, the following will usually apply:


    Main Elements of
    National Policy

    Prevention

     Measures aimed at impeding the occurrence of a
    disaster and/or preventing such an occurrence
    having harmful effects on communities.
     Constructing a dam or levee to control floodwaters is
    an example of a preventive measure.
     Controlled burning off in a bushfire prone area prior
    to the high-risk season is another example.
    Mitigation

     Action taken (usually in the form of specific
    programs) to reduce the effects of a disaster on a
    nation or community.
     For instance, developing and applying building codes
    can reduce damage and loss in the event of
    earthquakes and cyclones. The term normally implies
    that while it may be possible to prevent some disaster
    effects, other effects will persist and can be modified
    or reduced if appropriate action is taken.
    Preparedness

     Measures which enable governments, communities,
    and individuals to respond rapidly and effectively to
    disaster situations.
     Preparedness measures include formulating viable
    counter-disaster plans, maintaining inventories of
    resources, and training of personnel.
    Response

     Response measures are usually those taken
    immediately prior to and following disaster impact.
    They are directed toward saving life, protecting
    property, and dealing with the immediate damage
    and other effects caused by the disaster.
    Recovery

     The process by which communities and the nation
    are assisted in returning to their proper levels of
    functioning following a disaster. The recovery
    process can be very protracted, taking 5–10 years or
    even more. Recovery is usually taken as including
    other aspects such as restoration and reconstruction.
    Development

     The progressive advancement and modernization of
    societies, in this case as it interrelates with the effects
    of disaster and with disaster management.
    A Possible Policy
    Format

    APPLICATION

     Think of at least 3 problems or issues related to
    disaster risk reduction in your community and
    propose a general policy or program for each of
    those issues.

    Example:
     Problem: Local officials do not have proper training
    in the formulation of Local Disaster Risk Reduction
    and Management Plan

     Proposed Policy/Program: LDRRM Officials must be


    given an opportunity for continuous instruction
    through seminars, lectures or community
    engagements to strengthen their knowledge and
    capacity as frontliners during disasters.

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