Course Objectives and Outcomes:
By completing the course, participants should gain a sound grasp of disaster risk management processes and be able to apply this knowledge to:
- Discuss basic concepts, terminology and models of disaster risk management
- Identify and assess disaster risks using a risk management approach
- Plan and develop effective strategies and systems for disaster risk reduction
- Develop effective processes for preparedness planning in order to improve disaster response and recovery programs
- Effectively and efficiently set up and utilize an emergency coordination center to manage disaster events
- Set up an Incident Command System to a given scenario
- Discuss disaster recovery frameworks and policies appropriate to the country
- Address and assess key implementation issues and requirements in disaster management
