Handbook of Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction
Handbook of Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction

Author: Ben Wisner

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-03-29

Total Pages: 876

ISBN-13: 1136918698

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The Handbook provides a comprehensive statement and reference point for hazard and disaster research, policy making, and practice in an international and multi-disciplinary context. It offers critical reviews and appraisals of current state of the art and future development of conceptual, theoretical and practical approaches as well as empirical knowledge and available tools. Organized into five inter-related sections, this Handbook contains sixty-five contributions from leading scholars. Section one situates hazards and disasters in their broad political, cultural, economic, and environmental context. Section two contains treatments of potentially damaging natural events/phenomena organized by major earth system. Section three critically reviews progress in responding to disasters including warning, relief and recovery. Section four addresses mitigation of potential loss and prevention of disasters under two sub-headings: governance, advocacy and self-help, and communication and participation. Section five ends with a concluding chapter by the editors. The engaging international contributions reflect upon the politics and policy of how we think about and practice applied hazard research and disaster risk reduction. This Handbook provides a wealth of interdisciplinary information and will appeal to students and practitioners interested in Geography, Environment Studies and Development Studies.

Risk Bandits
Risk Bandits

Author: Tony Pooley

Publisher: Balboa Press

Published: 2015-08-21

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 145252985X

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Risk Bandits: Rescuing Risk Management from Tokenism provides directors and executives with a unique yet highly warranted insight into poorly understood organisational risk management practices. As respected business practitioners with extensive experience in meaningful risk management, authors Rob Hogarth and Tony Pooley, have teamed up to turn a clear and unblinking eye upon typical, contemporary organisational risk management and present a take-no-prisoners critique of its often shaky processes. This book offers directors and executives a must-read critique of typical organisational risk management and proposes an alternative for grounding organisational risk management practices on a solid foundation that protects and creates value. It is not often that I read a book on risk and find myself saying here, here as I turn the pagesJean Cross, Emeritus Prof. in Risk, University of NSW I think this is an excellent book and industry is long overdue for the truth, I cant wait to get my risk managers reading it. Shayne Arthur, General Manager Risk at Orica This is a ripping yarn, I was keen to provide feedback before boarding in case I was the victim of a low probability event over the Atlantic.Norman W Ritchie, vPSI Director It is an easy read, written in a journalistic style and certainly comprehensively and competently covering the topic Barry J Cooper, Prof. and Associate Dean at Deakin University Business School

Measuring and Communicating Security's Value
Measuring and Communicating Security's Value

Author: George Campbell

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2015-03-28

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 0128028432

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In corporate security today, while the topic of information technology (IT) security metrics has been extensively covered, there are too few knowledgeable contributions to the significantly larger field of global enterprise protection. Measuring and Communicating Security's Value addresses this dearth of information by offering a collection of lessons learned and proven approaches to enterprise security management. Authored by George Campbell, emeritus faculty of the Security Executive Council and former chief security officer of Fidelity Investments, this book can be used in conjunction with Measures and Metrics in Corporate Security, the foundational text for security metrics. This book builds on that foundation and covers the why, what, and how of a security metrics program, risk reporting, insider risk, building influence, business alignment, and much more. - Emphasizes the importance of measuring and delivering actionable results - Includes real world, practical examples that may be considered, applied, and tested across the full scope of the enterprise security mission - Organized to build on a principal theme of having metrics that demonstrate the security department's value to the corporation

Reducing Tobacco Use
Reducing Tobacco Use

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13:

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Extensive report covering the history of tobacco use in the U.S. and the various attempts to regulate its use, advertising, minors' access, and the like.

Regional Prisons
Regional Prisons

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary. Subcommittee on Intellectual Property and Judicial Administration

Publisher:

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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Distributed to some depository libraries in microfiche.

2017 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
2017 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance

Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Office of Management and Budget. Executive Office of the President

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 1886

ISBN-13: 9780160944192

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Identifies and describes specific government assistance opportunities such as loans, grants, counseling, and procurement contracts available under many agencies and programs.

Optimizing Community Infrastructure
Optimizing Community Infrastructure

Author: Ryan Colker

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2019-10-14

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 0128162414

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Optimizing Community Infrastructure: Resilience in the Face of Shocks and Stresses examines the resilience measures being deployed within individual disciplines and sectors and how multi-stakeholder efforts can catalyze action to address global challenges in preparedness and disaster and hazard mitigation. The book provides a theoretical framework to advance thinking on creating resilient, inclusive, sustainable and safe communities. Users will find an accurate and up-to-date guide for working on the development, implementation, monitoring and assessment of policies, programs and projects related to community resilience. - Provides updated information on resilience, especially on infrastructure, finance, land use, standards and policies - Includes case studies that illustrate how communities have increased their resilience to natural and other disasters - Analyzes the institutional, political, social and economic dimensions of resilience at the community level - Illustrates the interdependencies and interconnectedness of infrastructure systems and how community resilience relies on a holistic approach - Examines responses to emerging risks associated with climate change

Climate Change and Risk Management - Strategies, Analysis, and Adaptation
Climate Change and Risk Management - Strategies, Analysis, and Adaptation

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Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-09-25

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 0854665609

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Climate change is reshaping our world with increasing intensity and frequency, resulting in devastating hurricanes, catastrophic floods, prolonged droughts, and wildfires. As these extreme events become more frequent, the need for comprehensive strategies to manage risks and adapt to new realities is more urgent than ever.Climate Change and Risk Management - Strategies, Analysis, and Adaptation offers a multidisciplinary approach to understanding and addressing the complex challenges posed by climate change. This volume provides essential insights into risk management, climate data analysis, and the use of technological tools to predict and mitigate natural disasters. It highlights innovative methodologies for summarizing complex climate data, modeling tropical cyclones, and employing WebGIS technology for multi-risk analysis in coastal areas. Readers will find practical applications through detailed case studies and scenario analysis, demonstrating the importance of accurate modeling in disaster preparedness and response. The book also addresses the human and policy dimensions of climate change, exploring the dynamic nature of human vulnerability and resilience, the crucial role of science-policy interfacing, and the integration of systemic risk into disaster risk reduction strategies. By presenting both theoretical frameworks and practical solutions, this volume is an invaluable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers dedicated to managing and adapting to the risks posed by climate change. With its comprehensive coverage of climate change impacts and risk management strategies, this book is designed to enhance our collective understanding and capability to address one of the most pressing issues of our time. Whether you are a scientist, a policymaker, or a concerned citizen, Climate Change and Risk Management - Strategies, Analysis, and Adaptation equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of a changing climate.