Disaster Management and PreparednessDetailing 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 |
Contents
Identifying the Risks | 1 |
Natural Risks | 5 |
Emerging Risks | 21 |
Governmental Regulations | 29 |
Structural Preparedness | 33 |
Coordinating with Local Assets | 39 |
Preplanning for a Disaster | 43 |
Eliminating Minimizing and Shifting Risks | 49 |
Shareholder Factor | 87 |
After a Disaster Minimizing the Damage | 91 |
Governmental Reactions | 95 |
Legal Issues | 115 |
Disability Issues | 121 |
Disaster Preparedness Assessments | 151 |
Personal Disasters Use of Criminal Sanctions | 155 |
OSHA Inspection Checklist | 171 |
Developing an Action Plan | 53 |
Developing the Written Plan | 57 |
Effective Communication | 61 |
Selecting the Right People | 67 |
Training for Success | 71 |
Media Control | 83 |
Employee Workplace Rights | 173 |
Web Sites for Disaster Preparedness | 183 |
Typical Responsibilities | 189 |
Potential Sources of Disaster Preparedness and Management Assistance through Local Colleges and Universities | 213 |
Back Cover | 243 |
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