Question Description
The Objective:
- Demonstrate how a Hazard Vulnerability Analysis is completed by completing a HVA for their individual home/business.
- Describe how a Hazard Vulnerability Analysis is used in developing an emergency management program.
- Examine different HVA tools. Many hospitals use the Kaiser Permanente tool, but it does have drawbacks.
- Assess the KP tool and discuss. Refer to: kaiser_model.xls in the attachment.
Questions:
– Based on your readings and experience, comment on the effectiveness of HVAs. Are they too subjective? How would you approach developing an HVA?
– Develop an HVA for a hospital in your community. Provide details on the hospital (bed numbers, location, ect.). List the top 5 hazards. Defend your answers.