Midterm Flashcards
refers to any event or situation that is caused or exacerbated by human actions, as opposed to natural disasters or phenomena.
CONCEPT OF HUMAN-INDUCED INCIDENT
These incidents often result from intentional or unintentional activities and can have significant impacts on public safety, health, and security.
CONCEPT OF HUMAN-INDUCED INCIDENT
events directly resulting from human activities, decisions, or negligence that lead to harm, damage, or disruption
Human Induced incidents
These can include accidents, intentional acts of violence, environmental damage, and technological failures.
Human induced accidents
Categories of Human-Induced Incidents
- Accidental incidents
- Intentional incidents
- Environmental degradation
- Technological failure
- Pubic Health Incidents
- Social and economic incidents
Impacts of Human-Induced Incidents
- Human impact
- Economic impact
- Environmental impact
- Social impact
This includes:
Loss of life, injuries, and long-term health issues.
Psychological effects, including trauma and stress.
Human impact
This includes:
Costs related to response, recovery, and rebuilding.
Loss of livelihood and economic stability
Economic impact
This includes:
Long-term damage to ecosystems and biodiversity.
Degradation of natural resources.
Environmental impact
This includes:
Displacement and disruption of communities.
Erosion of public trust and stability.
Social impact
It involves the unlawful detention of one or more individuals by an offender, often to achieve a specific goal, such as a demand for money, political leverage, or the release of prisoners.
Hostage situation
This are high-risk incidents that require careful handling to ensure the safety of the hostages, responders, and the broader public.
Hostage situation
Initial Response and Assessment
- Receiving the call
- Arrival on scene
- Initial command setup
- Isolation and containment
• Dispatch units should obtain essential information: location, number of hostages, number and description of perpetrators, weapons involved, and the nature of demands or threats.
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Ensure the caller remains calm and provides accurate information without putting themselves in danger.
Receiving the call
• First responders should prioritize safety, avoid confrontation, and establish a secure perimeter.
• Avoid rushing into the scene; assess the situation from a safe distance to avoid escalating the incident.
Arrival on scene
• Establish an Incident Command Post (ICP) and assign an Incident Commander (IC) responsible for coordinating the response.
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Set up staging areas for responding units and a media briefing area to control information dissemination.
Initial command setup
• Secure the area to prevent the perpetrator from escaping or gaining additional hostages.
• Control access to the scene, limiting entry to essential personnel only.
• Evacuate bystanders and ensure the safety of neighboring areas
Isolation and containment
A trained negotiator should establish initial contact with the perpetrator using a calm and non-threatening tone.
Establishing communication
• Identify the perpetrator’s identity, motivations, demands, and the condition of the hostages.
• Determine if there are any special needs among the hostages (children, elderly, medical conditions).
Gathering information
• Use active listening to build rapport and de-escalate emotions.
• Focus on extending time, as longer negotiations typically lead to peaceful resolutions.
• Avoid making promises that cannot be fulfilled, and be transparent about what is possible.
Negotiation strategies
is a state of harmonious understanding or connection between individuals, characterized by mutual respect, trust, and a positive relationship.
Rapport
It is an essential component of effective communication, allowing people to feel comfortable, understood, and engaged with each other.
Rapport
This establishes a foundation of mutual trust.
Respect
This demonstrates that you are actively listening and value their perspective.
Acknowledge