Question

1. Consider the preparedness, response, and recovery phases of disasters in your area. As an EMS worker and disaster professional, what nontraditional actions could you take to build social capital to increase sustainability and resiliency?

Answer 1

Intervention to address disasters has evolved through time into a complex policy is implemented through a set of function known as emergency management and response.

Disaster are large, rapid onset incidents relative to the size and resources of an affected jurisdiction. They harm a high percentage of property or population.

PREPAREDNESS:

It is involves activities undertaken in the short term before disaster strikes that enhance the readiness of organization and communities to respond effectively.

1. Hazards can be identified and plans developed to address response and recovery.
2. Training and exercises may be conducted to help prepare responders for real events.

RESPONSE:

1. Communication and coordination
2. Saving lives

RECOVERY:

1. Restoring
2. Telecommunications
3. Infrastructure
4. Improving lives
5. Recovery and rehabilitation of other services.