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Interdisciplinary approach to all-hazards preparedness: are you ready? How do we know?
Leonard A Levy1, Cecilia F Rokusek, Sally M Bragg
1Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness, Family Medicine and Public Health, Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33328, USA. levyleon@nova.edu
Journal of Public Health Management and Practice : JPHMP
|February 10, 2009
Summary
The Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness (CBAP) developed a national template for community disaster preparedness training. This program emphasizes ongoing education for all-hazards readiness.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Emergency Management
- Medical Education
Background:
- The Center for Bioterrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness (CBAP) operates under the National Education Strategy Team.
- Preparedness is crucial for responding to diverse emergencies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and implement a national template for interdisciplinary, community-focused, all-hazards preparedness.
- To provide customized education and training in emergency and disaster preparedness.
Main Methods:
- Developed an extensive interdisciplinary program.
- Utilized multiple training formats and community engagement strategies.
- Incorporated special emphasis areas including vulnerable populations and school children preparedness.
Main Results:
- Successfully implemented a community-focused, all-hazards preparedness program.
- Created a national template for disaster preparedness education.
- Addressed key competencies for responders and specialized areas like campus violence.
Conclusions:
- All-hazards preparedness is an academic discipline requiring continuous education.
- The CBAP program serves as a model for national implementation.
- Periodic updates are essential for maintaining currency in disaster preparedness.
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