CCEM Strategies

AUGUST 9, 2023

This can create very hazardous conditions, especially for vulnerable populations. The majority of those who lost their lives were part of a vulnerable population - older adults with compromised health who lived alone. Identify and support vulnerable populations. Develop response plans.

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Recovery Diva

MAY 7, 2022

Book Review: The Invention of Disaster: Power of Knowledge in Discourses of Hazard and Vulnerability. The book is part of Routledge Studies in Hazards, Disaster Risk and Climate Change. is a disaster risk management specialist, currently working for the Pacific Disaster Center (PDC Global). Series Editor: Ilan Kelman.

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Emergency Planning

MARCH 23, 2022

The increasing vulnerability and dwindling redundancy of life-support systems will aggravate the effect of proliferating failure among critical infrastructure networks. Safety’ refers to protection against major hazards such as storms, floods and industrial explosions. Preamble 1.1 Unplanned mass migrations will occur. The state 3.1

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Recovery Diva

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Book Review: Cultural Competency for Emergency and Crisis Management. Editors : Claire Connolly Knox and Brittany “Brie” Haupt Title : Cultural Competency for Emergency and Crisis Management: Concepts, Theories and Case Studies. disaster management specialist, PDC Global. link] April 2020. Reviewer: Irmak Renda-Tanali, D.Sc.,

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CCEM Strategies

JANUARY 11, 2024

Especially vulnerable populations. High population density (including larger vulnerable populations), increased demand for resources, and complex, inter-dependent infrastructure systems can contribute to compounding impacts and emergencies. The impact of cold emergencies goes beyond discomfort.

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Recovery Diva

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

While dense in some parts and requiring familiarity with definitions and acronyms of UN and related climate policy documents (a list of abbreviations is provided), a careful reading is rewarded by lessons learned and to be learned in the emerging field of disaster risk management. That strategy is MAS—mutually assured survival.” [p.

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CCEM Strategies

JUNE 5, 2023

Summer is not without its share of hazards due to the hot weather. From storms triggering electrical outages to droughts and heat domes that can contribute to wildfires (which in turn can cause poor air quality), all these hazards have the potential to cause detrimental impacts to your organization.

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CCEM Strategies

MAY 11, 2023

Flooding is one of the most common, pervasive, and costliest natural hazards in Canada , with a history of causing major disasters. By analyzing factors such as topography, hydrology, and historical flood data, flood risk assessments can help communities identify areas that are most vulnerable to flooding.

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National Center for Disaster Prepardness

DECEMBER 18, 2023

million three-year grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Training and Education Division (NTED) entitled “ Training Solutions: Enhancing Tribal Nations’ Readiness and Resilience “ NCDP will partner with the National Tribal Emergency Management Council on the creation and delivery of new trainings.

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Reciprocity

AUGUST 18, 2022

Enterprise risk management (ERM) is critical for success in the modern business landscape. Your ERM program should encompass all aspects of risk management and response in all business processes, including cybersecurity, finance, human resources, risk management audit , privacy, compliance, and natural disasters.

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Reciprocity

MARCH 28, 2022

Enterprise risk management is critical for business success. The recognized risks are usually summarized in a standard risk report, delivered to the senior management of an organization or several management units across the organization. Two ERM Must-Haves.

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everbridge

APRIL 8, 2024

Under SB 553, California employers must conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate them. Our mass notification system allows for quick dissemination of alerts to employees, security, and management, ensuring rapid response to potential or actual violent situations.

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Emergency Planning

AUGUST 20, 2021

A changing situation The eminent anthropologist Anthony Oliver-Smith argued [vi] that in Haiti colonialism has left an enduring legacy of vulnerability to disasters. In his words, "the colonial institutions’ assiduous extraction of surpluses left the population both destitute and vulnerable to hazards for centuries to come."

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MHA Consulting

JUNE 1, 2023

In recent years, we have entered a uniquely tumultuous period, one characterized by weird weather, global conflict, and heightened supply chain vulnerability, among other challenges. Threats related to environmental hazards that might occur in the vicinity of the organization’s facilities: train derailments, plant explosions, chemical spills.

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Pure Storage

MAY 22, 2023

When you consider just how much and how many types of data that fire departments may need to work with today, and in the future, it becomes clearer why these organizations are feeling a heightened sense of urgency to step up digital transformation and improve data management.

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MHA Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

In today’s post we’ll look at the top 10 free or almost free resources business continuity management professionals can utilize to help them raise their BCM skills and effectiveness to ninja level. A great place to get an overview of the whole BC field, from Program Administration to Exercises to Risk Management and Mitigation.

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Emergency Planning

MAY 30, 2019

The GAR proper consists of 15 chapters in four sections: introductory, the Sendai Framework (SFDRR), its implementation (and interaction with sustainable development), and managing risk nationally and locally. Unofficial voices have suggested that the 'cure to damage ratio' for natural hazards is 1:43. The 'should ratio'. GNCSODR 2015.

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Reciprocity

APRIL 4, 2022

Although people often use the words “assess” and “analyze” interchangeably, the terms are not synonymous in risk management. A risk assessment forms the backbone of your overall risk management plan. Various types of hazards must be considered. Here are some others: Financial risk. Economic risk.

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everbridge

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Register now Challenges in emergency preparedness and response It’s fair to say that emergency management and response in the U.S. Emergency management and public safety professionals are responsible for coordinating resources, response, and recovery during emergencies and severe weather events.

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everbridge

OCTOBER 11, 2023

By Lorenzo Marchetti, Public Affairs Manager at Everbridge Ilan Kelman, Professor of Disasters and Health, University College London and University of Agder Carina Fearnley, Director, UCL Warning Research Centre, Professor in Warnings and Science Communication, Dept. This is the essence: warning systems start with and are about people.

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MHA Consulting

APRIL 27, 2024

Here’s how: Ensure that senior management knows absolutely nothing about business continuity. In fact, management ignorance about BC is an issue we run into over and over again. How Management Ignorance Can Harm an Engagement How does management’s lack of knowledge about BC undermine an engagement with a consultant?

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Online Computers

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Using unauthorized laptops illustrates the hazards of shadow IT within a company. But it can have a significant impact on your business’s bottom line in the following ways: Security risks Unsanctioned software and hardware may not meet the necessary security measures and standards of your organization, leading to vulnerabilities.

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Emergency Planning

JUNE 9, 2019

While not independent of the magnitude of physical forces involved, it is not linearly related to them because it depends on the nature and size of the vulnerabilities that the physical forces act upon. Warming has already begun to have a substantial effect on the magnitude and frequency of meteorological hazards. Alexander, D.E.

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Erwood Group

MARCH 20, 2023

However, even with the best intentions, many organizations make common mistakes that can leave them vulnerable to downtime, data loss, and costly recovery efforts. Testing is a critical component of any crisis management plan. However, a more effective approach is to use an all-hazard style of planning.

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National Center for Disaster Prepardness

OCTOBER 26, 2023

NCDP has a rich history, from the early preparedness efforts for governmental and non-governmental systems to the complexities of population recovery, the power of community engagement, and the risks of human vulnerability. Below are reflections and commentary from members of the NCDP team. Read also about our beginnings of NCDP.

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Fusion Risk Management

JANUARY 24, 2023

ramp up with new teams and leaders or broaden the scope of responsibility within existing teams to implement new internal policies, practices, and tooling to manage principles related to Operational Resilience. This year, we expect to see organizations in other jurisdictions like the U.S.

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Security Industry Association

JUNE 5, 2023

Cory Peterson is the risk manager for the city of Lakewood, Colorado. Their potential use in targeted attacks, surveillance and the delivery of hazardous materials poses significant risks to public safety. Establishing exemptions for local and state police from specific provisions within 18 United States Code (U.S.C.)

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Security Industry Association

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member IXP Corporation provides emergency communications consulting, technology and managed services for public safety, governments, campuses and private industry. IXP is the market leader for privatized 911 managed services and the “go-to” company for tackling public safety’s toughest challenges.

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everbridge

AUGUST 4, 2023

First, is there some form of training that either that individual, or the security team, or the management team needs to receive? Additionally, we can offer training for the management team on what to do if there is a kidnap situation. In most cases, we would recommend some form of security for a senior executive.

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LogisManager

MAY 22, 2023

From economic fluctuations to cybersecurity threats, from regulatory changes to environmental hazards, the risk landscape is constantly evolving, and organizations must be agile and proactive to stay ahead. In uncertain times, it is crucial to have resources to analyze and demonstrate risks.

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LogisManager

MAY 22, 2023

From economic fluctuations to cybersecurity threats, from regulatory changes to environmental hazards, the risk landscape is constantly evolving, and organizations must be agile and proactive to stay ahead. In uncertain times, it is crucial to have resources to analyze and demonstrate risks.

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Emergency Planning

JULY 29, 2019

For example, if people are poor and their lives are generally precarious, they cannot be made resilient against disasters such as floods and earthquakes unless the problem of vulnerability to life's exigencies in general is reduced. Journal of Emergency Management 8(6): 15-27. Australian Journal of Emergency Management 27(1): 27-33.

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Risk Management Monitor

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

They may be contaminated by agricultural or industrial chemicals, or hazardous agents. By identifying areas of vulnerability and taking actions to prepare, businesses can potentially reduce the impacts of a catastrophic hurricane. Similarly, avoid wading in floodwaters.

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Emergency Planning

MARCH 7, 2019

Myth 3: Disasters cause a great deal of chaos and cannot possibly be managed systematically. Reality: There are excellent theoretical models of how disasters function and how to manage them. Myth 17: Unburied dead bodies constitute a health hazard. Reality: Not even advanced decomposition causes a significant health hazard.

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Reciprocity

APRIL 4, 2022

Hence cybersecurity risk management is crucial to prevent and mitigate cyber threats. To combat those threats, businesses need to develop digital risk management. More specifically, within digital risk management are the active measures that businesses can take to protect their assets: digital risk protection. Vulnerabilities.

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Reciprocity

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Although corporate compliance can feel overwhelming at first, corporate compliance programs offer a sound foundation for business strategy and risk management. Effective compliance requires the support of senior management. You must assess the efficacy of your company’s compliance program and identify potential hazards.

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Fusion Risk Management

MARCH 14, 2022

Some of the world’s most significant websites becoming unavailable and worrying vulnerabilities arising that may have been exploited by malicious actors. Further, many leaders cited the global complexities, challenges with managing subsidiaries, varied business units, and obligations to matrixed jurisdictional requirements.

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