1.1 - Mitigation Techniques Flashcards
1
Q
Shinkansen…
A
- Power is automatically cut from trains when sensors sense tremors
- Trains brake automatically
- Reduces chance of derailment
2
Q
Children…
A
Are taught from a young age how to take shelter when an earthquake strikes
3
Q
Sensors…
A
Are dotted all around Japan’s coastline and send SMS alerts when tremors are sensed
4
Q
People…
A
Practice earthquake drills often
Reduces chance of death as actions become instinctive
5
Q
Engineers…
A
Design buildings to aseismic design
6
Q
TV stations…
A
Broadcast throughout earthquake
Prevents people without phones from being cut off
7
Q
Heavy machinery…
A
Automatically turned off as soon as tremors were felt
Especially important in semiconductor factories
