DISASTER MANAGEMENT

Module 1: Introduction to Disaster Management (10 Hours)

Topics

1. Meaning and definition of disaster
2. Concepts of hazard, vulnerability, capacity, and risk
3. Importance of disaster management
4. Types of disasters
5. Natural disasters
6. Human-induced disasters

Notes

• Disaster management refers to organized efforts to reduce disaster impact and protect people and property.
• Key Terms
• Hazard: Potential source of harm
• Vulnerability: Conditions increasing damage
• Risk: Probability of loss
• Capacity: Resources available to manage disasters

Activity

• Identify disasters experienced in your region.

Module 2: Types of Disasters and Their Impact (15 Hours)

Topics

1. Earthquakes
2. Floods
3. Cyclones
4. Droughts
5. Landslides
6. Heat waves
7. Industrial accidents
8. Fire emergencies
9. Pandemic situations

Notes

• Each disaster affects people, infrastructure, environment, and the economy differently.

Practical

• Prepare disaster case studies.

Module 3: Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) (15 Hours)

Topics

1. Risk identification
2. Vulnerability assessment
3. Mitigation measures
4. Prevention strategies
5. Climate change and disaster risk

Notes

• Disaster Risk Reduction focuses on minimizing damage before disasters occur.

Activity

• Create a local hazard map.

Module 4: Disaster Preparedness and Planning (15 Hours)

Topics

1. Emergency planning
2. Evacuation procedures
3. Early warning systems
4. Family preparedness plans
5. Community preparedness

Notes

• Preparedness improves response efficiency and reduces loss.

Practical

• Develop an emergency response checklist.

Module 5: Emergency Response and Relief Operations (15 Hours)

Topics

1. Search and rescue basics
2. Incident management
3. Emergency communication
4. Shelter management
5. Relief distribution

Notes

• Response begins immediately after disaster occurrence.

Activity

• Mock disaster response exercise.

Module 6: First Aid and Health Management (15 Hours)

Topics

1. Basic first aid principles
2. CPR awareness
3. Managing fractures and burns
4. Psychological first aid
5. Hygiene during emergencies

Notes

• First aid helps stabilize victims until professional help arrives.

Practical

• Demonstration of emergency procedures.

Module 7: Technology in Disaster Management (10 Hours)

Topics

1. GIS and remote sensing
2. Mobile alerts
3. Drones in disaster response
4. Data collection tools

Notes

• Technology improves prediction and coordination.

Activity

• Study an early warning system.

Module 8: Community-Based Disaster Management (10 Hours)

Topics

1. Community participation
2. Role of NGOs
3. Volunteer management
4. Public awareness campaigns

Notes

• Community involvement increases resilience.

Practical

• Conduct an awareness activity.

Module 9: Recovery, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (10 Hours)

Topics

1. Post-disaster recovery
2. Livelihood restoration
3. Infrastructure rebuilding
4. Sustainable recovery

Notes

• Recovery aims to restore normal life and improve future preparedness.

Activity

• Prepare a rehabilitation plan.

Module 10: Internship Project and Report (5 Hours)

Activities

• Field observations
• Disaster preparedness survey
• Final report writing
• Presentation
• Deliverables
• Internship diary
• Project report
• Presentation slides