Contingency Planning

A management process that analyses disaster risks and establishes arrangements in advance to enable timely, effective and appropriate responses.

Building Code

A set of ordinances or regulations and associated standards intended to regulate aspects of the design, construction, materials, alteration and occupancy of structures that are necessary to ensure human safety and welfare, including resistance to collapse and damage.

Environmental Hazards

They may include chemical, natural and biological hazards. They can be created by environmental degradation, physical or chemical pollution in the air, water and soil.

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