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Book SynopsisWritten for both paid and volunteer emergency managers, Essentials in Emergency Management examines why preparing a basic emergency plan, or all hazards plan, for a city, town, or state improves a community''s ability to respond more quickly and effectively in an emergency situation than any attempt to prepare dozens of hazard-specific plans. Outlining the various roles and responsibilities that emergency managers have in today''s world, author Brian Gallant covers many of the issues these managers encounter and provides recommendations and general guidance they can incorporate into any emergency response plan. Readers will learn about the organizational impact and actions needed to counter such natural hazards as floods, wildfires, and weather disasters and such technological hazards as structural fires, hazardous materials releases, water supply contamination, and acts of terrorism. Essentials in Emergency Management examines the Incident Command System (ICS), the new presidential
Trade ReviewIf pictures tell the story, this book displays an excellent collection of real-life illustrations that enhance reader motivation, and make poignant visual statements.... This excellent book examines the essential elements of basic emergency planning, including the all-hazards planning approach. The author's straightforward writing style outlines an improved community response to major catastrophes, natural hazards, disasteres, and acts of terrorism.... In summary, every library in the nation should include a copy of Essentials in Emergency Management. * American Reference Books Annual, 41st Volume *
