Author : Brian Gallant
Publisher : Government Institutes
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 29,1 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780865876323
Written for both paid and volunteer emergency managers, Essentials in Emergency Management examines why preparing a basic emergency plan, or "all hazards" plan, improves a community's ability to respond effectively in an emergency situation and provides recommendations and general guidance for creating an emergency response plan.
Author : Katz
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 42,57 MB
Release : 2018-03-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 128412147X
The public health community plays a vital role in identifying, responding to, containing, and recovering from emergencies. Essentials of Public Health Preparedness will introduce your students to the important and timely field of public health preparedness. The book presupposes no previous exposure to the concepts, yet provides enough depth for students who may have advanced knowledge. The chapters are structured in five parts: Background of the Field; Defining the Problem; Infrastructure; Solving Problems; and Practical Applications.
Author : Rebecca Katz
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 25,52 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Education
ISBN : 0763779830
Katz provides a comprehensive guide for understanding and managing public health emergencies in an increasingly interconnected world. The globalization of the world's food supply and the speed and volume of international travel have increased communities' vulnerability to infectious disease, biological weapons, and new agents anywhere in the world.
Author : Lucien G. Canton
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 27,21 MB
Release : 2007-02-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0470119756
This book propounds an all-hazards, multidisciplinary approach to emergency management. It discusses the emergency manager’s role, details how to establish an effective, integrated program, and explores the components, including: assessing risk; developing strategies; planning concepts; planning techniques and methods; coordinating response; and managing crisis. Complete with case studies, this is an excellent reference for professionals involved with emergency preparedness and response.
Author : Joseph McIsaac
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 11,46 MB
Release : 2020-06-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1107498252
A practical review of the essentials of anesthesia for physicians in austere environments and providing healthcare to disaster survivors.
Author : John Brophy
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 44,61 MB
Release : 2010-03-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0763758752
Leadership Essentials for Emergency Medical Services will aide in the development of leaders and leadership skills in the emergency medical services. This course will cover a variety of leadership topics, including making the transition from EMS provider to leader, the ethics and psychology of leadership, mentoring, leading change, and the leader's role in performance improvement. Part of the EMS Continuing Education series, the text is also ideal for use as a professional reference.
Author : James A. Gordon
Publisher : Rothstein Publishing
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 43,83 MB
Release : 2014-09-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1931332789
This "how to" guide shows small to mid-sized local governments, whether in urban or regional settings, how to develop comprehensive emergency management plans with minimal expenditure of resources. Its modular, step-by-step approach also makes it an effective guide for non-experts and those interested in self-study. The book covers both preparedness planning and actual emergency management and includes these helpful features: Uses a modular approach to developing written plans, starting with the Preparedness Plan at the federal, provincial/state levels. At its core is the Emergency Management Plan, which is essentially the establishment and operation of the Emergency Operations Center that is central to any emergency. Instructions also cover other common plans: 1) Emergency Social Services 2) Emergency Public Information 3) Emergency Telecommunications 4) Evacuation 5) Hazard-Specific 6) Mutual Aid Agreements Takes novice emergency planners step-by-step through the four complete processes of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery for natural and human-made disasters. Gives tips for a staff training matrix and for developing a timetable of graduated exercises to test the written plan. Includes checklists, summaries, plan outlines, glossary, appendices that list online resources, and suggestions for career and professional development.
Author : Michael J. Reilly
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 35,99 MB
Release : 2010-06-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1449653839
Recent research underscores a serious lack of preparedness among hospitals nationwide and a dearth of credible educational programs and resources on hospital emergency preparedness. As the only resource of its kind, Health Care Emergency Management: Principles and Practice specifically addresses hospital and health system preparedness in the face of a large scale disaster or other emergency. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.
Author : George Haddow
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 50,2 MB
Release : 2017-02-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0128045108
Homeland Security: The Essentials, Second Edition concisely outlines the risks facing the US today and the structures we have put in place to deal with them. The authors expertly delineate the bedrock principles of preparing for, mitigating, managing, and recovering from emergencies and disasters. From cyberwarfare, to devastating tornadoes, to car bombs, all hazards currently fall within the purview of the Department of Homeland Security, yet the federal role must be closely aligned with the work of partners in the private sector. The book lays a solid foundation for the study of present and future threats to our communities and to national security, also challenging readers to imagine more effective ways to manage these risks. - Highlights and expands on key content from the bestselling book Introduction to Homeland Security - Concisely delineates the bedrock principles of preparing for, mitigating, managing, and recovering from emergencies and disasters - Provides coverage of the Boston Marathon bombing - Explains the border security, immigration, and intelligence functions in detail - Analyzes the NIST Cybersecurity Framework for critical infrastructure protection - Explores the emergence of social media as a tool for reporting on homeland security issues
Author : Brenda D. Phillips
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 11,52 MB
Release : 2021-12-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1000513416
A definitive resource, the Introduction to Emergency Management and Disaster Science presents the essentials to better understand and manage disasters. The third edition of this popular text has been revised and updated to provide a substantively enriched and evidence-based guide for students and emerging professionals. The new emphasis on disaster science places it at the forefront of a rapidly evolving field. This third edition offers important updates, including: Newly commissioned insights from former students and professional colleagues involved with emergency management practice and disaster science; international policies, programs, and practices; and socially vulnerable populations. Significantly enriched content and coverage of new disasters and recent research, particularly the worldwide implications of climate change and pandemics. Pedagogical features like chapter objectives, key terms and definitions, discussion points and resources. The only textbook authored by three winners of the Blanchard Award for excellence in emergency management instruction. The Introduction to Emergency Management and Disaster Science is a must-have textbook for graduate and undergraduate students and is also an excellent source of information for researchers and professionals.
