Hazard Event Cycle

Question 1

Focus in Mitigation

Answer 1

identify potential hazards and take steps to reduce their impact. the main aim is to reduce the loss of life and property

Question 2

When does mitigation take place

Answer 2

before and after tectonic hazards

Question 3

Mitigation actions

Answer 3

zoning and land use planning
developing and enforcing building codes
building protective structures (eg tsunami defence walls)

Question 4

Focus of preparedness

Answer 4

minimise loss of life and property and facilitating response and recovery. plans are implemented by emergency planners

Question 5

When does preparedness take place?

Answer 5

before hazard events

Question 6

Actions in prepardeness

Answer 6

develop plans
develop early warning systems
create evacuation routes
stockpiling equipment
raise public awareness

Question 7

Focus of response

Answer 7

coping with disaster. the main aim is to save lives, protect property, make affected areas safe and reduce economic loss

Question 8

when does response take place

Answer 8

after hazard events

Question 9

actions in recovery

Answer 9

search and rescue
evacuation
restore critical infrastructure

Question 10

focus on short term recovery

Answer 10

focus on peoples immediate needs

Question 11

actions involved in short term recovery

Answer 11

provide essential healthcare
restore permanent power and water supplies
re-establish transport routes
provide food and temporary shelter
organise financial assistance

Question 12

focus on long term recovery

Answer 12

reduce future vulnerability

Question 13

actions involved in long term vulnerability

Answer 13

rebuild homes and other structures
repair and rebuild infrastructure
reopen businesses and schools