Disaster Management and Preparedness
1st Edition
Published on 22. November 2000
264 pages
978-1-040-06633-1 (ISBN)
Description
Detailing methods for preparing organizations for disasters, this book discusses not only tried and true tactics, but also areas often overlooked during the reactive and post-disaster phases. The authors address special considerations important in planning for disaster management, from chemical spills, floods, aircraft crashes, and terrorist attack
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Series
Edition
1. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
ISBN-13
978-1-040-06633-1 (9781040066331)
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Larry R. Collins
Disaster Management and Preparedness
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11/2000
1st Edition
CRC Press
€196.40
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Content
Identifying the Risks. Natural Risks. Emerging Risks. Governmental Regulations. Structural Preparedness. Coordinating With Local Assets. Preplanning for a Disaster. Eliminating, Minimizing, or Shifting Risks. Developing an Action Plan. Developing Written Plans. Effective Communications. Selecting the Right People. Training for Success. Media Control. Shareholder Factor. After a Disaster- Minimizing Damage. Governmental Agency Reaction. Legal Issues. Disability Issues. Appendices.
