1.10 Hazard Management and Theoretical Models

Question 1

what is the aim of the hazard management cycle?
(3 points)

Answer 1

minimise loss of life and property damage
help those affected
ensure rapid and effective recovery

Question 2

what is the first stage in the hazard management cycle? what is the aim of it?

Answer 2

mitigation (prevention)
identify potential hazards to reduce impacts by:
land use zoning
enforcing building regulations
building defences

Question 3

what is the second stage of the hazard management cycle? what is the aim of it?

Answer 3

preparedness
minimise impacts by:
facilitating response and recovery phases
using early warning systems
organising emergency services
raise awareness

Question 4

what is the third stage of the hazard management cycle? what is the aim of it?

Answer 4

response
aim to save lives, protect property and reduce vulnerability by:
organising search and rescue efforts
evacuating people at risk
restore infrastructure
ensure medical care is available
ensure laws are enforced

Question 5

what is the fourth stage of the hazard management cycle? what is the aim of it?

Answer 5

recovery
short term - focus on immediate needs e.g. temporary shelter, food and healthcare
long term - focus on future needs e.g. reduce vulnerability, rebuild schools and businesses

Question 6

what does the Park’s Model show?
(4 points)

Answer 6

normality before an event
deterioration immediately after the event
slowly return to normality
could improve could deteriorate further