Hazard mitigation in emergency management

Hazard Mitigation in Emergency Management introduces readers to mitigation, one of the four foundational phases of emergency management, and to the hazard mitigation planning process. Authors Islam and Ryan review the hazard mitigation framework in both private sector and governmental agencies, covering the regulatory and legal frameworks for mitigation, as well as risk assessment processes and strategies, and tools and techniques that can prevent, or lessen, the impact of disasters. The book specifically addresses hazards posed by human activity, including cyber threats and nuclear accidents, as well as hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes. Readers will learn about the framework for the mitigation process, hazard identification, risk assessment, and the tools and techniques available for mitigation. Coverage includes both GIS and HAZUS, with tutorials on these technologies, as well as case studies of best practices in the United States and around the world. The text is ideal for students, instructors, and practitioners interested in reducing, or eliminating, the effects of disasters. Takes an all-hazards approach, covering terror attacks and accidents, as well as natural disasters; Reviews the hazard mitigation framework in both private sector and governmental agencies, covering the regulatory and legal frameworks for mitigation; Provides a step-by-step process for creating a Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP); Addresses the needs of local, state, and federal emergency management agencies and of the private sector, including IT mitigation.

Thematic Section 1. MITIGATION FRAMEWORK -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Mitigation Rules and Regulations -- 3. The Role of Governments in Hazard Mitigation -- 4. Mitigation in Private Sector -- Thematic Section 2. ASSESSING RISK: KNOW THY ENEMY! -- 5. Hazard Identification: Natural Hazards -- 6. Hazard Identification: Man-made Hazards -- 7. Vulnerability Assessment and Impact Analysis -- 8. Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment -- Thematic Section 3. MITIGATION STRATEGIES, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES: WHAT CAN BE DONE? -- 9. Mitigation Strategies for Natural Hazards -- 10. Mitigation Strategies for Man-made Hazards -- 11. Mitigation Tools -- 12. Mitigation Best Practices and Resources -- Epilogue.