Principles of Emergency Management: Hazard Specific Issues And Mitigation Strategies

Fagel, a homeland security analyst at the Argonne National Laboratory, brings together public and private sector professionals, researchers, and consultants in emergency management and homeland security in this guide for all those charged with preparing for and responding to natural and human-caused emergencies. Some of the contributors have been active in developing and promoting national and international standards and in defining the common body of knowledge that all professional emergency managers need to have. Topics include planning for continuity of operations, the role of the public health official, developing public-private partnerships, and assessing vulnerabilities. Other areas covered include planning for terrorism, active shooter incidents, agroterrorism, pandemics, and mass care and sheltering. Media issues and social networks are also examined. The guide includes b&w process diagrams, checklists, and summary tables. Annotation 穢2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)