{"product_id":"wiley-pathways-introduction-to-emergency-management","title":"Wiley Pathways Introduction to Emergency Management","description":"\u003cb\u003eYou \u003ci\u003ecan\u003c\/i\u003e get there\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Where do you want to go? You might already be working in the emergency management field, and may be looking to expand your skills. You might be setting out on a new career path. Or, you might want to learn more about exciting opportunities in emergency management.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Wherever you want to go, \u003ci\u003eHazard Mitigation and Preparedness\u003c\/i\u003e will help you get there. Easy-to-read, practical, and up-to-date, this text not only helps you learn fundamental hazard mitigation concepts, it also helps you master the core competencies and skills you need to succeed in the classroom and beyond. The book’s brief, modular format and variety of built-in learning resources enable you to learn at your own pace and focus your studies.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWith this book, you will be able to:\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to build resilience at the community level.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExamine the major categories of hazards, including meteorological and hydrological hazards, geological hazards, and manmade hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the practice and politics of mitigation policy at the federal, state, and local government levels.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore how the private sector can contribute to strong local economies through wise land use and business protection planning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssess risk and vulnerability and identify hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply appropriate mitigation tools and techniques to reduce vulnerability.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare for potential hazards with preparedness activities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow the process of hazard mitigation planning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFoster a culture of prevention by applying the principles of sustainable development.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWiley Pathways\u003c\/i\u003e helps you achieve your goals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When it comes to learning about emergency management, not everyone is on the same path. But everyone wants to succeed. The new \u003ci\u003eWiley Pathways\u003c\/i\u003e series in Emergency Management helps you achieve your goals with its brief, inviting format, clear language, and focus on core competencies and skills.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The books in this series––\u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Emergency Management, Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEmergency Planning, Technology in Emergency Management,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDisaster Response and Recovery\u003c\/i\u003e––offer a coordinated curriculum for learning emergency management. Learn more at www.wiley.com\/go\/pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronald W. Perry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42856700837949,"sku":"9780471772606","price":165.56,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/7689\/2989\/files\/9780471772606_3b1590ae-8f2e-4743-b8c0-240631fa38a7.jpg?v=1766994282","url":"https:\/\/www.palmleaf.com.au\/products\/wiley-pathways-introduction-to-emergency-management","provider":"Palmleaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}