DRRM Q2 LESSON 1

Disaster Risk Reduction & Management

An organized system of determining ways and strategies that can prevent disasters from happening.

Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM)

The concept and practice of reducing disaster risk through systematic efforts to analyze and manage the causal factors of disaster.

Mitigation

Refers to sustained actions done to reduce the severity or likelihood of a disaster.

Preparedness

A set of actions geared toward the readiness of key stakeholders that have concern or may be affected should there be any hazard occurrence.

Response

An activity done after the hazard event where rescue teams need to mobilize quickly and efficiently to save human lives and properties.

Recovery

A post-disaster action that leads to resiliency of the community, covering the phase when the community should be able to get back to its normal functioning.

Development and Disaster Risk

Development can either decrease or increase disaster risk.

Implementation of DRRM Policies

DRRM policies, laws and regulations will not save lives unless implemented in communities.

Community Role in DRRM

The community is the front line of disaster risk management.

Nature of DRRM

DRRM is not a standalone activity.

Objective of DRRM

The main objective of DRRM is to build a resilient community.

Philippines' Population and Risk

Philippines ranked highest risk in natural & man-made hazards.

Emergency Preparedness

Includes emergency preparedness, contingency and evacuation plans.

Training and Education in DRRM

Includes trainings, workshops, education, simulations, development of early warning systems/device.

Rescue Operations

Includes rescue and evacuation, provision of emergency supplies and support.

Post-Disaster Actions

Includes rehabilitation, reconstruction, psychological debriefing, relocation and long-term assistance to victims.

World Risk Report of 2018

A report that discusses the risk factors and vulnerabilities related to disasters.

Hazard Assessment

Part of mitigation that involves evaluating potential hazards.

Vulnerability Analysis

Part of mitigation that assesses the weaknesses in a community that could lead to disaster.

Risk Assessment

Part of mitigation that evaluates the likelihood and impact of potential hazards.

Maintenance of Public Infrastructure

Part of mitigation that ensures the resilience of community structures against disasters.