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Disasters bring with them desolation, destruction and gloom. Knowledge about various disasters and methods to overcome them is essential for their effective management. There is a phenomenal increase in the number of disasters but still we are far behind in tackling them effectively. The old methods of disaster management encompassing just response and recovery aspects have to be replaced with more systematic and scientifically proven methods. This book, Disaster Management, is an attempt to systematically arrange the learnings and experiences to manage disasters.
In this book specific strategies have been laid down to effectively manage disasters. The book is divided into three parts, namely:
Part One: Disaster Management: A Prologue
Part Two: Disaster Management Cycle: Practical Applications
Part Three: Contemporary Issues and Challenges in Disaster Management
The major phases of disaster management are dealt with by giving real-life examples. Two cases per chapter, one at the starting and the second at the end, provide ample content for critical thinking.
The opening cases in the chapters are written with the aim to critically analyse the current situation. The end-of-chapter cases further enable the readers to develop insights into the subject and make learning more practical and relevant. This book will prove to be an indispensable asset for all, especially the students of Disaster Management, professionals, teachers and researchers working in the field of Disaster Management.
Table of Contents
Part I: Disaster Management: A Prologue
Chapter 1: Introduction to Disaster Management
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Concept of Disaster
Causes and Types of Disasters
Summary of Types of Disasters
Dimensions of Natural and Anthropogenic Disasters
Aims of Disaster Management
Principles and Components of Disaster Management
Summary
Case Problem: Who is Insane?
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
References
Answers
Chapter 2: Disaster Management and Planning
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Nature, Scope and Management Process
Policy of Disaster Management
Types of Plans: Management by Objectives
SWOT Analysis
Hazard and Vulnerability Analysis
Identifying Crisis Situations: a Framework
Organisational Structure and Design
Authority, Delegation and Decentralisation
Roles, Skills and Competencies
Importance of Control Process in Disaster Management
Group Dynamics: Nature, Approach and Attitudes Required to Establish Effective Autonomous Work Groups
Understanding the Importance of Team - Building in Disaster Management
Capability Assessment
Summary
Case Problem: God’s Will or Man’s Fault!
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
Reference
Answers
Part II: Disaster Management Cycle: Practical Applications
Chapter 3: Disaster Mitigation
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Disaster Mitigation: Meaning and Concept
Structural Mitigation
Non - Structural Mitigation
Disaster Mitigation Strategies
Importance of Information and Communication in Disaster Mitigation
Emerging Trends in Disaster Mitigation
Strengthening Capacity for Reducing Risk
Role of Team and Coordination
Sustainable Development for Disaster Mitigation
Summary
Case Problem: Home Cheat Home
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
References
Answers
Chapter 4: Disaster Preparedness
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Introduction to Disaster Preparedness
The Three A’s of Disaster Preparedness
Principles of Disaster Preparedness
Steps of Disaster Preparedness
Organisational Structure for Disaster Preparedness
Essential Services Preparedness and Logistical Readiness
Contingency Planning
Importance of Building Team and Community Relations for Environmental and Emergency Managers
Training Needs Analysis and Human Resource Development Plan
Emergency Operational Plan: Contents
Summary
Case Problem: Can Preparedness Save Life?
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
Answers
Chapter 5: Disaster Response
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Aims of Response
Control Process and Measurement
Security Issues
Profile of an Effective Crisis Leader
Leading at the Time of Crisis: Competencies and Challenges
Evacuation and Migration
Administering First - Aid
Handling of Injured at Hospitals: Challenges and Issues
Mobilisation and Restoration of Essential Services
Search and Rescue Work
Modern and Traditional Methods of Response
Remote Sensing
GIS
Other Methods
A Model of an Ideal Command Centre
Summary
Case Problem: Horror Hospital
Key words and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
Answers
Chapter 6: Disaster Recovery
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Introduction to Medium - and Long - Term Recovery Aspects
Community Participation in Defining Objectives and Their Priorities
Identifying and Ascertaining Impact of Disaster
Participative Rehabilitation: Physical and Social Infrastructure
Social and Economic Rehabilitation: Capacity Building for Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
Recovery and Rebuilding Works
Facilitating Compensations to be Paid through Insurances and Government
Coping Strategies: Providing Counselling and Psychological Support
Summary
Case Problem: Waiting for Godot!
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
Answers
Part III: Contemporary Issues and Challenges in Disaster Management
Chapter 7: Ascertaining Roles and Responsibilities
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Roles and Responsibilities of Agencies
International and National Agencies
State and Local Bodies
Philanthropic Organisations
Role of Stakeholders
Impact and Role of Media
Planning Commission and Its Role
Community - Based Approach to Disaster Management
Summary
Case Problem: Every Second Reporting Syndrome
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
Reference
Answers
Chapter 8: Insights on Challenges in Management of Disaster
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Education on Disasters
Public Awareness
Public Health System: Its Role in Disaster Management Prevention
Addressing Challenges through Triage Process
Charting a Hazard Map
Effect of Culture and Disaster Management
Environmental Degradation and Disasters: Addressing Challenges
Summary
Case Problem: the Geography Lesson
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
Reference
Answers
Chapter 9: Behavioural Aspects of Disaster Management
Learning Objectives
Opening Case
Identifying Socio - Psychological Needs in Mass Emergency
Different Psychological Considerations
Training in Humanitarian Professionalism
Community and Individual Empowerment
Community Building in Developing Local Resilience to Disasters
Developing Leaders
Importance of Communication and Commitment
Negotiating the Conditions and Effects of Vulnerability and Disaster
Summary
Case Problem: Uphaar – The Gift
Keywords and Phrases
Objective Type Questions
Questions for Review
References
Answers
Model Question Papers
IndexISBN - 9788126549245
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