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OUR CHALLENGE

Emergency Planning

There have recently been some natural hazard events of extraordinary size and power, but they are no more than curtain raisers. Natural hazard impacts are becoming fiercer, more extensive and more frequent. We must also grapple with complexity and intersection with other forms of threat and hazard. The goal is ever receding.

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Unlocking Climate Change Resilience Through Critical Event Management and Public Warning

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trillion in global economic losses,” according to a report conducted by the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR). There has also been a rise in geophysical events including earthquakes and tsunamis which have killed more people than any of the other natural hazards under review in this report.

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September is National Preparedness Month: Is Your Community Ready to Respond to a Severe Weather Event or Emergency?

National Fire Protection Association

Ready, a national public service campaign, has earmarked September as National Preparedness Month and urges those of us tasked with protecting people and property from fire, electrical, and related hazards, to work together, help educate, and empower the public to prepare for, respond to, and mitigate emergencies before they become tragedies.

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Training Solutions: Enhancing Tribal Nations’ Readiness and Resilience

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

These are the most complex and challenging, whether caused by climate change, biological hazards, critical infrastructure failure, cyber-attacks, or nuclear threats. Together, we will protect our lands and save more lives ,” said Lynda Zambrano, Executive Director and Founder of the National Tribal Emergency Management Council.

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Beyond Your Borders: Strengthening Resilience For The Greater Good

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This process goes beyond a one-time analysis and involves evergreen monitoring of emerging risks and changes in the hazard landscape. Community Engagement & Empowerment Engaging with local communities is a powerful strategy for building resilience beyond organizational borders.

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Adapt or Fail: Climate Change Resilience for Organizations  

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The current systems and solutions in place for managing climate hazards are often inadequate, and the reliance on traditional insurance has become insufficient. As a result, a fully integrated and holistic approach to critical event management is crucial to unlocking climate resilience and business continuity when faced with climate hazards.

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ISO 27001 Certification Requirements & Standards

Reciprocity

Doing this right is critical because a scope that is too large will increase the project’s time and expense, and a scope that is too narrow may expose your firm to unanticipated hazards. You should also examine how to raise ISMS project awareness through internal and external communication. Conduct a Risk Assessment.

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