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. Labeling certain groups as vulnerable justifies the intervention of outside actors (i.e. Series Editor: Ilan Kelman.

Risk Reduction 113

Risk Reduction Hazard Natural Hazard Vulnerability 113

Recovery Diva

APRIL 12, 2023

This way the reader is given a roadmap to pick and choose from, if they wish so, the case studies written by various authors whose chapters span a wide variety of hazards as well as geographical and sociological settings all of which delve into a chosen aspect of disaster recovery towards building resiliency.

Disaster Recovery 188

Disaster Recovery All-Hazards Hazard Disaster Management 188

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.

Resilience 98

Resilience Response Plan Vulnerability Hazard 98

Recovery Diva

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Helpful anecdotes are inserted throughout, balancing critical assessments where organizations and countries have not used available methods of risk assessment, and as a result, “…acting individually and through collective bodies, succeed neither in effective policy nor practice in reducing vulnerability of the built environment.” [p.

Risk Reduction 100

Risk Reduction All-Hazards Natural Hazard Hazard 100

National Fire Protection Association

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The fire underscores global concerns about fire and life safety, particularly among developing nations and areas where housing pressures create additional risks for the poorest and most vulnerable populations.

Hazard 78

Hazard Publishing Mitigation Vulnerability 78

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.

Resilience 64

Resilience Transportation Vulnerability Telecommunications 64

Recovery Diva

OCTOBER 13, 2021

This textbook provides a multitude of case studies each written by academics who are actively teaching and/or have developed curriculum in the fields of crisis, disaster, and/or emergency management with a specific focus on vulnerable populations that are the weakest links in the hazard-risk chain.

Crisis Management 186

Crisis Management Accreditation Vulnerability Disaster Preparedness 186

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.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Hazard Natural Hazard Transportation 52

Zerto

JULY 12, 2023

It identifies threats and vulnerabilities, potential areas of impact, and the likelihood of disruptive events. The objective of this step is to leave no stone unturned and to uncover all conceivable hazards, however minor or remote. This includes risks to strategy, finances, compliance, governance, and operations.

Risk Management 77

Risk Management All-Hazards Management Mitigation 77

Emergency Planning

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Most of them are highly vulnerable to seismic forces. Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences 15: 931-945. Natural Hazards 109: 161-200. It is a mixture of simple errors, lax procedures, ignorance, deliberate evasion, indifference to public safety, untenable architectural fashions, corruption and failure to enforce the codes.

Natural Hazard 183

Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard Fashion 183

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.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Outage Hazard Continuity Planning 52

everbridge

APRIL 8, 2024

Under SB 553, California employers must conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate them. Risk assessment and mitigation: Everbridge provides tools for assessing threats and vulnerabilities, which can be integral to developing and updating an effective workplace violence prevention plan.

Emergency Response 98

Emergency Response Emergency Response All-Hazards Mitigation 98

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

DECEMBER 18, 2023

NCDP studies the readiness of governmental and non-governmental systems, the complexities of population recovery, the power of community engagement, and the risks of human vulnerability. NCDP is committed to understanding the prevention and most effective response strategies for large-scale disasters.

Disaster Preparedness 122

Disaster Preparedness Resilience Risk Reduction Capacity 122

Emergency Planning

MAY 30, 2019

Unofficial voices have suggested that the 'cure to damage ratio' for natural hazards is 1:43. In putting individuals at the centre of a diagram of actions we see people either crushed between the rock of hazards and the hard place of risk-informed sustainable development or as protagonists in combatting the former with the latter.

Risk Reduction 130

Risk Reduction Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard 130

Pure Storage

MAY 22, 2023

These systems provide a wealth of information for planning an effective incident response, including fire hydrant locations, building floor plans, hazardous material listings, and more, that can help keep firefighters, other first responders, and the general public safe.

All-Hazards 98

All-Hazards Hazard Government Technology 98

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.

All-Hazards 86

All-Hazards Hazard Business Continuity Mitigation 86

Emergency Planning

APRIL 24, 2022

The cascade is a result of the progression of a shock through different kinds of vulnerability. It is obvious that military instability is likely to complicate and retard the process of getting natural hazard impacts under control. There has recently been a surge of research interest in disaster and conflict (ref).

Natural Hazard 199

Natural Hazard All-Hazards Entertainment Transportation 199

MHA Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

Contains links to toolkits for preparing for different hazards as well as pages on Emergency Response Plans, Crisis Communications Plans, Incident Management, IT/DR, and much more. Talks about the need for business to be prepared for three types of hazards, natural, human-caused, and technology-related. Another excellent DHS website.

BCM 92

BCM All-Hazards Disaster Recovery Hazard 92

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.

Disaster Preparedness 52

Disaster Preparedness All-Hazards Education Vulnerability 52

Recovery Diva

JUNE 30, 2022

Hazards Research Center, University of Colorado Boulder. already set by the degree of vulnerability and marginalization existing in disaster-impacted communities. Authors: Kai Erikson, William R. Professor Emeritus of Sociology and American. Studies, Yale University and Lori Peek, Professor of Sociology and Director of the Natural.

Media 100

Media Natural Hazard Authorization Vulnerability 100

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.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Malware Hazard Mitigation 52

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. Krausmann, E.,

Risk Reduction 130

Risk Reduction Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard 130

everbridge

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

On a similar note, the accessibility gap remains prominent, particularly for vulnerable populations such as those with mental health conditions or disabilities. We should make a strategic shift toward a comprehensive national “all hazards” planning, preparation, and coordination culture in the U.S.

Disaster Preparedness 105

Disaster Preparedness Alert All-Hazards Technology 105

Disaster Recovery

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

RDP enabled computers that run on Windows are particularly vulnerable. This is a rapidly mutating security hazard with the potential to severely compromise enterprise systems. Carry out frequent vulnerability scans and penetration tests. The Matrix ransomware uses an RIG toolkit to take possession of as many PCs as it can.

Disaster Recovery 40

Disaster Recovery Hazard Authentication Vulnerability 40

Security Industry Association

JUNE 5, 2023

Their potential use in targeted attacks, surveillance and the delivery of hazardous materials poses significant risks to public safety. Without prompt action to equip and empower law enforcement, communities and significant mass gatherings remain vulnerable to potential harm.

Authorization 98

Authorization Mitigation All-Hazards Government 98

MHA Consulting

APRIL 27, 2024

Remind the managers that life is uncertain and the world currently more hazardous than ever thanks to the rise of cyberattacks, extreme weather, supply chain vulnerabilities, incidents of workplace violence, the heightened risk of reputational damage due to social media, global conflict, and similar threats.

Consulting 52

Consulting BCM Business Continuity All-Hazards 52

Disaster Recovery

JULY 22, 2019

Defining these cyber hazards can be tricky. All online entities are vulnerable to these hazards. Nevertheless, the impact they can have on your business operations can be devastating. DDoS Attacks. The hacker floods the target service with a high volume of false traffic through multiple machines.

All-Hazards 40

All-Hazards Hazard Disaster Recovery Capacity 40

Security Industry Association

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

It helps detect unauthorized access, suspicious activities or safety hazards, allowing for swift intervention. Internet of Things (IoT) integration: Campuses might leverage IoT devices for various security purposes, such as smart sensors to detect environmental hazards, real-time monitoring of facility conditions and tracking of assets.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Education Technology Government 52

Reciprocity

AUGUST 18, 2022

Operationally Critical Threat, Asset, and Vulnerability Evaluation (OCTAVE), developed by Carnegie Mellon University, provides a self-directed methodology customizable to your organization’s size. A critical step in any ERM program is an assessment of your enterprise’s vulnerabilities. Step 2: Assess the Risks.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Management Mitigation Strategic 52

FS-ISAC

JUNE 30, 2022

To minimize disruption from third-party attacks, zero-day vulnerabilities, ransomware, and nation-state threats, regulators around the world are implementing landmark incident reporting standards. The age of speedy incident reporting regulation is here.

Response Plan 52

Response Plan All-Hazards Mitigation Cybersecurity 52

Fusion Risk Management

JANUARY 24, 2023

Increased Focus on Third-Party Risk Management As firms begin more comprehensive scenario testing to identify their top vulnerabilities, they will increase focus on their third parties and the level of resilience that those vendors can provide, including validation of those capabilities.

Resilience 52

Resilience Financial Services All-Hazards Disaster Recovery 52

everbridge

AUGUST 4, 2023

It’s getting as much information as you can, not only about the location that they’re going to, but building that risk profile by identifying potential vulnerabilities and potential risks. Maybe something as simple as they’ve never visited a certain region and they’re not aware of the cultural norms.

Travel 52

Travel Command Center All-Hazards Fashion 52

Reciprocity

MARCH 28, 2022

Operationally Critical Threat, Asset, and Vulnerability Evaluation (OCTAVE), developed by the Carnegie Mellon University, provides a self-directed methodology customizable to your organization’s size. A critical step in any ERM program is an assessment of your enterprise’s vulnerabilities. Step 2: Assess the Risks.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Management Mitigation Strategic 52

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

MAY 13, 2020

As the world scrambles each week to grapple with the seemingly insurmountable number of positive cases and deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic, public policy is failing some of America’s most vulnerable communities. Although COVID-19 has been called the “great equalizer” on different media platforms , the data tell a different story.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare All-Hazards Disaster Preparedness Vulnerability 52

PagerDuty

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Notably, the health inequities we’ve witnessed in the pandemic response are mirrored in the way that persistent racial, class and gender inequalities leave many groups more vulnerable to the impacts of environmental hazards and climate change. In researching the field of climate philanthropy, we learned of another inequity: only 1.3%

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Pandemic Hazard Capacity 52

Emergency Planning

MARCH 7, 2019

Myth 17: Unburied dead bodies constitute a health hazard. Reality: Not even advanced decomposition causes a significant health hazard. In addition, technology is a potential source of vulnerability as well as a means of reducing it. Myth 65: Children and young people are too vulnerable to be exposed to the effects of disaster.

Hospitality 130

Hospitality All-Hazards Risk Reduction Logistics 130

Disaster Recovery

JULY 12, 2019

Assess your residence for damage, safety concerns and vulnerabilities. for safety hazards. Repair damaged sewages as soon as possible to avert health hazards. Use roads only after they have been deemed safe for transit. Enlist the services of a building inspector or engineer to. If unsure, disinfect all water by boiling.

All-Hazards 40

All-Hazards Apparel Accreditation Transportation 40