You "can" get there
Where do you want to go? You might already be working in the
emergency management field, and may be looking to expand your
skills. You might be setting out on a new career path. Or, you
might want to learn more about exciting opportunities in emergency
management.
Wherever you want to go, "Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness" will
help you get there. Easy-to-read, practical, and up-to-date, this
text not only helps you learn fundamental hazard mitigation
concepts, it also helps you master the core competencies and skills
you need to succeed in the classroom and beyond. The book's brief,
modular format and variety of built-in learning resources enable
you to learn at your own pace and focus your studies.
With this book, you will be able to: Learn how to build resilience
at the community level. Examine the major categories of hazards,
including meteorological and hydrological hazards, geological
hazards, and manmade hazards. Understand the practice and politics
of mitigation policy at the federal, state, and local government
levels. Explore how the private sector can contribute to strong
local economies through wise land use and business protection
planning. Assess risk and vulnerability and identify hazards. Apply
appropriate mitigation tools and techniques to reduce
vulnerability. Prepare for potential hazards with preparedness
activities. Follow the process of hazard mitigation planning.
Foster a culture of prevention by applying the principles of
sustainable development.
"Wiley Pathways" helps you achieve your goals
When it comes to learning about emergency management, not everyone
is on the same path. But everyone wants to succeed. Thenew "Wiley
Pathways" series in Emergency Management helps you achieve your
goals with its brief, inviting format, clear language, and focus on
core competencies and skills.
The books in this series--"Introduction to Emergency Management,
Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness," "Emergency Planning,
Technology in Emergency Management," and "Disaster Response and
Recovery"--offer a coordinated curriculum for learning emergency
management. Learn more at www.wiley.com/go/pathways.
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