Cherry Ann Orcine G.

BSN4
MODULE 1 ( NCM 121 )
NURSING DISASTER
CI: ROBERT A, CABANES

Activity 1 – Answer the following

1. Compare and contrast risk assessment, hazard identification, and

vulnerability analysis.
 hazard: the probability of occurrence of a potentially damaging
phenomenon,
 vulnerability: the degree of loss resulting from the occurrence of the
phenomenon.
In essence, risk assessment involves looking outside of an organization to
determine what threats exist that could potentially lead to problems, while
vulnerability assessment involves looking inside the organization for structural
flaws and weaknesses.

So you should now know what a hazard is (something with the potential to cause
harm) and what a risk is (the chance that somebody could be harmed by the
hazard). It is important to distinguish between hazard and risk.

Activities may have many hazards, but the level of risk can be reduced by good
management and controls. In fact, the whole purpose of risk assessments is to
control risks so that work can be carried out safely. Where you can eliminate
hazards, you can remove the risk. In circumstances where hazards cannot be
removed, they can be controlled and the risks reduced. By identifying hazards,
and the risks associated with them, you can put in place control measures and
careful management, so that the remaining (residual) risk is low.

2. What are common problems, issues, and challenges associated with

disaster response? How can these problems and issues be addressed during
preparedness phase?
- The major challenges associated with disaster response planning are the
failure in strictly applying the law, the lack of public and staff education about
disaster risks, poor urban planning, unstable security situation, citizen
intervention, endowment of equipment, tools and infrastructure and lack of
financial resources.
3. What of activities must a community be prepared for during the first 72
hours following impact of a disaster?

Know the Risks

Although the consequences of various disasters can be similar, knowing the risks
in your region can help you better prepare. Across Canada, we face a number of
hazards, such as earthquakes in British Columbia, blizzards in Nunavut and
tornadoes in Ontario. In addition to natural disasters, there are other types of
risks, such as power outages and industrial or transportation accidents.

Find out the risks most likely in your community by visiting the ‘Know the risks'
section from the GetPrepared.ca website or by calling 1-800-O-CANADA to
obtain our National Hazards map.

Make a Plan

Every household needs an emergency plan. It will help you and your family know
what to do in case of an emergency.

Your family may not be together when an emergency occurs. Plan how to meet or
how to contact one another, and discuss what you would do in different
situations.

It only takes 20 minutes to complete a personalized plan online. You can then
print it out. Most of this information can be filled out on your own. You may need
to get some information from your municipality. To complete your emergency
plan online, visit the ‘Make an emergency plan' page from
the GetPrepared.ca website.

To fill out your home emergency plan, you will need to think about the following:

 Safe exits from home and neighborhood

 Meeting places to reunite with family or roommates
 Designated person to pick up children should you be unavailable
 Contact persons close-by and out-of-town
 Special health needs
 Place for your pet to stay
 Risks in your region
 Location of your fire extinguisher, water valve, electrical box, gas valve
and floor drain

Keep this document in an easy-to-find, easy-to-remember place (for example,

with your emergency kit). Photocopy this plan and keep it in your car and/or at
work.
Get an Emergency Kit

In an emergency you will need some basic supplies. You may need to get by
without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72
hours. Make sure your kit is easy to carry and everyone in the household knows
where it is. Keep it in a backpack, or suitcase with wheels, in an easy-to-reach,
accessible place, such as your front-hall closet.

Basic emergency kit

 Water – at least two liters of water per person per day. Include small
bottles that can be carried easily in case of an evacuation order
 Food that won't spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried foods
(Replace food and water once a year).
 Manual can-opener
 Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight (and extra batteries)
 Wind-up or battery-powered radio (and extra batteries)
 First aid kit
 Extra keys to your car and house
 Some cash in smaller bills, such as $10 bills and change for payphones
 A copy of your emergency plan and contact information
 Special items such as prescription medications, infant formula, equipment
for people with disabilities or food, water and medication for your pets
or service animal (personalize your kit according to your needs)

Recommended additional items

 Two additional liters of water per person per day for cooking and cleaning
 Candles and matches or lighter (Place candles in sturdy containers and do
not burn unattended)
 Change of clothing and footwear for each household member
 Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each household member
 Toiletries
 Hand Sanitize
 Utensils
 Garbage bags
 Toilet paper
 Household chlorine bleach or water purifying tablets
 Basic tools (hammer, pliers, wrench, screwdrivers, work gloves, dust
mask, pocket knife)
 Small fuel-driven stove and fuel (follow manufacturer's directions and
store properly)
 A whistle (in case you need to attract attention)

Check your kit twice a year to ensure contents are up to date. Re-stock as
needed.
Activity 2 – Answer the following.

1. Assess your lifestyle, your home, and your community in relation to

DRRM using these guidelines. Fill it in the table that follows.

a) Reflect on your personal habits, practices, values, and beliefs as well as that
of your family. Which of them can cause harm and contribute to your
vulnerability in a disaster?Inspect your house for parts/areas that can increase
your susceptibility to damage or loss
- Lack of awareness in disaster preparedness
- Sedentary lifestyle and lacking of knowledge about disaster preparedness

b) Go around your neighborhood and assess the following elements for potential
risks:
1) Location
- Poor sanitation
- Poor waste management
- Risk for blood

2) Infrastructure
- Poor infrastructures

3) Main sources of livelihood

- Farming

4) Organizations dedicated to DRRM and

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5) Community resources
- Poor waste management

Thank you po …