Topic 5 Crises Management

Question 1

• It is the process by which an organization deals with a major event that threatens to harm the organization or the general public

Answer 1

CRISES MANAGEMENT

Question 2

Crises Management is occasionally referred as?.

Answer 2

incident management

Question 3

• It is an event that is expected to lead to an unstable and dangerous situation affecting an individual, group, community or society.

Answer 3

Crisis

Question 4

• It is a sudden condition or state of affairs calling for immediate action.

Answer 4

Emergency

Question 5

• It is also referred to as natural hazards are extreme, sudden events caused by environmental factors such as storms, floods, volcanic eruptions, earthquake, fires, and Tidal waves (tsunami),

Answer 5

Natural Crisis/Emergencies

Question 6

• Extreme hazardous events that are caused by human beings like wars, hostage taking, kidnapping, riots, terrorist acts such as bombing etc.

Answer 6

Man-made Crisis/ Emergencies

Question 7

it is known as the “Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010”

Answer 7

R.A. 10121

Question 8

R.A. 10121 is known as the “Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010” - It is an agency of the Philippine government under the_______________________, responsible for ensuring the protection and welfare of the people during disaster or emergencies.

Answer 8

Department of National Defense

Question 9

The ______________started using a color-coded rainfall and flood warning system to help communities prepare for upcoming disaster.

Answer 9

Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

Question 10

YELLOW means “_________”
• Residents are advised to monitor the news for further updates.

Answer 10

CAUTION

Question 11

Yellow warning represents_______ rain in an hour which could also cause flooding.

Answer 11

7.5-15 mm

Question 12

_________means “GO”
• Go ahead and prepare for possible evacuation.

• At this point, low-lying areas are expected to suffer from floods because of relatively heavy downpour.

Answer 12

GREEN

Question 13

“Green warning” stand for _______rain in an hour that is also expected to continue within the next two hours.

Answer 13

15-30 mm

Question 14

RED means “_______”-
• Better stop what you are doing now if PAGASA says your area is under a “red warning.” Evacuate.

Answer 14

STOP

Question 15

• According to the PAGASA website, the purpose of the______ number is to warn the public of specific weather conditions related to an oncoming tropical cyclone.

Answer 15

PSWS- Public Storm Warning Signals

Question 16

• The______ is based not just on the amount of rainfall, but also on the strength and speed of the wind.

Answer 16

Public Storm Warning Signals

Question 17

• This means that strong winds of up to 60 kph are expected within 36 hours

• Communities are expected to be prepared for possible evacuation at any time.

Answer 17

Public Storm Warning Signal #1

Question 18

• At this PSWS level, preschool classes within affected areas are automatically suspended.
• Damage is evident mostly on rice, crops, light-weighed structures-nipa huts and cogon huts- and banana plants.

Answer 18

Public Storm Warning Signal #1

Question 19

• At this level, kids from preschool to high school “celebrate” because of class suspension. Within 24 hours, winds of 60 to 100 kph are expected.
• Not just crops but also galvanized roofs may be damaged from such winds.

Answer 19

Public Storm Warning Signal #2

Question 20

• Most offices and all school up to college and universities are closed because it is dangerous for anyone to travel.

• Very strong winds of 100 to 185 khp are expected within 18 hours. Aside from the damages mentioned in the previous PSWS numbers, electricity and water supply may also be affected.

Answer 20

Public Storm Warning Signal #3

Question 21

Air and sea travel are both risky at this point. Classes in all level are suspended. Communities affected should expect major damage to crops and property.

Answer 21

Public Storm Warning Signal #3

Question 22

• Winds with speed of over 185 khp are expected to hit the area within 12 hours.

• Residential, agricultural, and industrial properties may be severely damaged. Electricity and communication may also be disrupted.

• Residents are advised to evacuate as soon as possible.

Answer 22

Public Storm Warning Signal #4

Question 23

The 4Ps of Crisis Management Model is envisioned to address crisis situation in two phases;

Answer 23

the Proactive and the Reactive Phase

Question 24

The 4P’s of Crises Management

Answer 24

Prediction, Prevention, Preparation, and Performance.

Question 25

• This phase is designed to predict or prevent the probability of occurrence of crisis at the same time prepared to handle them when they occur. It compasses the first 3 P's of the Crisis Management Model:

Answer 25

Pro- Active Phase

Question 26

• this stage involves foretelling of the likelihood of crisis occurring either natural or man-made through the continuous assessment of all possible threats and threat groups as well as the analysis of developing or reported events and incidents.

Answer 26

1st. Predict-

Question 27

- It is a deliberate action aimed at avoiding future harm by addressing its causes.

Answer 27

2nd. Prevent

Question 28

- is essential for effective response.

Answer 28

• 3rd. Prepare

Question 29

Preparation for crises/emergencies entails:

Answer 29

a. Planning b. Organization c. Training d. Stockpiling of equipment and supplies needed for such crises/emergencies.

Question 30

is the performance of the crisis management plan when crisis situation occurs despite the proactive effort.

Answer 30

Reactive Phase

Question 31

• the actual implementation of contingency plans when a crisis occurs, despite the proactive measures undertaken. • Once a crisis occurs, priorities shift from building or enhancing capabilities to employing resources to save lives, protect property and environment, and preserve the social, economic, and political structure of the jurisdiction.

Answer 31

4th. Perform