Safer, Stronger, Smarter: A Guide to Improving School Natural Hazard Safety

• 2017

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This guidebook aims to improve school safety against natural hazards like earthquakes and floods. It describes how schools can protect students by identifying risks and making buildings safer. The guide also offers advice on planning for emergencies and recovering after disasters. Developed by the Applied Technology Council with FEMA's support, it includes input from experts and community members. Future work involves creating a training program for emergency managers and school leaders to enhance disaster resilience in schools.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Earthquakes; Floods; Natural Disasters; Schools; Safety Management; Risk Reduction Behavior

Institutions: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

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