However, if time is not available this step will be bypassed to prevent unnecessary risk. Use of the family evacuation site will only be utilized in the event that utilities are damaged beyond responder’s capabilities to repair within a one-week window, severe damage to living structures rendering them unsafe, or a breakdown in civil order.
The last phase of the preparedness model is the Mitigation phase. By identifying the threats, vulnerabilities, and resources we are able to develop and implement mitigating factors to reduce the risk, threats, and vulnerabilities and possible eliminate them altogether. Many of the threats in the first category, which are threats inside the home, can be mitigated by utilizing age appropriate safety equipment. All power receptacles that are not in use will have hard plastic covers. All cupboards and drawers are equipped with child safety latches to prevent
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All chemicals storage areas will also be equipped with these latches. Power receptacles near a source of water will be Ground Fault Circuit Interruptible (GFCI), and electrical devices will never be connected to a receptacle when not in use, unless the device is permanent, and the power supply is not easily accessible. All rooms are equipped with a combination fire, carbon monoxide, and radon gas detection device, and are checked and serviced monthly. Multipurpose fire extinguishers are located under all sinks, and in the utility room for use in small class A, B, or C fires. In addition to fire extinguishers, first aid kits are also located in these locations. Emergency contact numbers for the emergency dispatch and poison control are located on the information board, which is located in the kitchen. The home is equipped with a home security system, which monitors all detection devices, windows, and doors. In the event that a persistent threat arises, such as prolonged civil unrest, major criminal or terroristic threat, or any situation that renders
...nd others for injuries, look for and extinguish small fires, inspect your home for damage, listen to the radio for instructions, and expect aftershocks.
The goal of 2011 of the National Preparedness Goal, and a month later by the National Preparedness System (NPS). ‘Prepare’, or ‘preparedness’ is a key term here, as is ‘risk’. In order to properly examine the National Preparedness System these terms… (2011 National Preparedness Goal). The National Preparedness Goal can only work in risk management planning with prudency coupled with dispensation of resources at the local levels. Depending on the budgetary issues the financial appropriation might not be enough to sustain a carefully planned risk management. The forefront for the local authorities to mitigate against risk is funding. Of the pro at the community level are the loyalties of its employees of the local government and local community, and on hand resources that amplifies its footprint with the community in making sure that there is an uninterrupted continuation of life. The local government can device a well thought out plan to activate most of its resources when the alarms are sounded of a pending
safe things to do to protect yourself or anyone else from possible harm. As many
There is a lot of complexity in understanding risk management and its correlation to homeland security. Risk management is a way to approach the fact that securing the homeland is not certain and there are unknown variables in every aspect of life; risk management is a way to narrow down the focus based on quantifiable information determining probability against capability. Risk management plays and integral role in homeland security. Risk management is employed using a formula described in the NIPP for establishing a narrow scope to make the best decision about protecting infrastructure. The risk management formula lays down the foundation to make the most reasonable determination based on the potential consequences, vulnerability, and
The Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment need the whole community to pass on information, account for population-specific factors, and acknowledge the effects of a threat or hazard. Communities have to be educated and updated on threats and hazards that they may specifically face in order to accurately plan and prepare. All situations are usually handled starting at the lowest level, however, they will also have to discuss on how the federal government will assist if needed. “By providing the necessary knowledge and skills, we seek to enable the whole community to contribute to and benefit from national preparedness.” (FEMA, 2015). Local communities recognize their risks and conclude on how they will handle the significant amount of risks. Local governments discover and address their greatest risks by finishing the Threat and Hazard
...nt an organizational chart. This allows all personnel to understand what their roles are at time of incident, and whom you communicate sensitive information too. If no direction or communication is given, providing facilities run the risk of victims trying to enter their doors seeking care, which can over exhaust resources and oversaturate hospitals. Therefore, a hospital triage is implemented to assess if patient condition has worsened or remained stable, if there is a need for decontamination process, or if a person seeking assistance is a family member looking for victim. Having these procedures ensures that patients inside the hospital prior to incident are protected for potential harmful exposure to contamination agents and other measures. In addition, hospital and providing facilities are a source of information for victims, the media, and family members.
Transfer vulnerable items from cold rooms and refrigerators that have lost power to equipment served by emergency power.
The family structure is made up of individuals living together in intimate groups with the purpose of caring and supporting each other. Rules and boundaries, spoken and unspoken, are developed by the family members. Family rules and boundaries change and shift over time in order to evolve and grow as a family unit. Some changes are subtle, but some events force major change within the family system. This paper applies the concepts of systems theory to the family system in the movie Sweet Home Alabama. Reese Witherspoon (Melanie Smooter) and Josh Lucas (Jake Perry) star in this heart-warming film telling a story of a young woman who flees from Alabama to reinvent herself in New York City as a high fashion designer. She leaves behind her redneck husband and white-trash upbringing. Melanie finds herself engaged to the cities most eligible bachelor and has to return to Alabama to request a divorce from her first love and confront her past ("Alabama," 2002).
The types of evacuations include voluntary, in which the targeted individuals especially the vulnerable ones are given priority. It depends \with the events that have occurred such that the ones in great danger are evacuated first. There can be recommended evacuations especially in events that bear high probability of threatening people living in risky regions (Petersen, 2004). However, people have a right to decide whether they are interested in moving or not and can chose the transportation means of their preference. Authorities determine the mandatory evacuations and although difficult to enforce, they can help secure individuals from imminent dangers. During this phase, there are several challenges faced especially in making decisions. Ordering evacuations may be quite hard as people may face emotion or physical distress related to costs, risks, looting and other challenges. Getting ready to assist individuals in danger require adequate preparations to ensure that everything goes on well as Lawyer (2005) argues. It is good to consider the emotional well-being of individuals facing challenges and ensure that the best measures are taken. During emergencies, confusion may arise since some people may go missing requiring search missions. This can be very traumatizing and authorities should ensure that there are psychologists ready to help the
According to Richard Charles (2001) “the effectiveness of family systems theory rests not much on empirical research but on clinical reports of positive treatment outcomes, the personal benefits experienced by the families that underwent this kind of treatment, and the elegance of Bowen’s theory” (p. 279). Bowen’s family systems theory views the family as an emotional unit and is a theory of human behavior. Systems thinking are used to describe the complex interactions in the unit. However, the client’s ability to differentiate himself/herself from the family of origin is the basis for Bowen’s family systems theory. In addition, the primary focus for growth within the emotional system is differentiation of self. Differentiation of self will be explored as well as how it relates to a church congregation.
...r even when personnel is wearing personal protective equipment. After all possible scenarios are considered health care personnel are prepared to treat the patient. During the treatment of the patient various events occur that put health care personnel in more danger than anticipated. Tremendous amounts of blood are being lost by the patient and decisions need to be made fast. At this point health care personnel had considered all possible scenarios that could have went wrong in the instance of an exposure to dangerous bodily fluids but had not anticipated patient dangers. At this point new risks need to be planned for in a timely manner. Finally response occurs to treat the patient in a safe healthy manner that is not hazardous to staff or patient health. This is just one simple scenario that could occur that would require utilizing the risk management plan.
Evacuation plans and fire exits are also noticeable in the hospital. This shows that the health system provides therapeutic care and holistic care to the staffs, patients and visitors. It is a hazard sign that alerts everyone to know where to go. For example, if there are fire, with the evacuation plan and fire exits it will help the staffs, patients and visitors to know what to do and where to assemble. So it a clear procedure for everyone to evacuate the building in a safe manner during
“Frequently Asked Questions About Carbon Monoxide Detectors.” H. Brandon Guest and Hamel Volunteer Fire Department 1995. Online. Internet. 24 May 2001.
This lack of preparation takes place in different places and involves different hazards. In the case of hurricane, only half of all respondents living in Central Florida have hurricane evacuation plan in place (Kapucu, 2008). Another finding revealed that only 8 percent of all respondent have prepared a disaster supplies kit in home. Kenny (2009) found that most residents in South Florida, hurricane-prone area, failed to take preparatory measures such as securing bottled water and food when storms strike. In another place and a different hazard, the result of study demonstrated the same finding. Paton and Prior (2008) studied bushfire preparation in Tasmania show that most respondents had undertaken some form of protective behavior only minimal and limited. They started to prepare after they were warned by disaster emergency services.