Citation
Levinson, J. and Granot, H. (2003), "Transportation Disaster Response Handbook", Disaster Prevention and Management, Vol. 12 No. 4, pp. 340-340. https://doi.org/10.1108/dpm.2003.12.4.340.4
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2003, MCB UP Limited
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This handbook presents information and strategies for dealing with all types of disasters and looks at the unique aspects of transportation‐related incidents. It outlines how to prepare for emergencies, what to expect during a disaster, how individuals within emergency agencies should respond, and how these agencies can quickly mobilize to minimize damage and provide assistance to victims. There are chapters that discuss disaster preparedness plans, assessing incidents as they occur, assisting victims and support emergency personnel, coordinating with emergency units and aid groups, searching for physical evidence, dealing with the media, and other topics.