The next generation of emergency managers - what will they look like?

摘要

The shape of emergency management has changed significantly over the past two decades. However, have we changed in the way in which we select those who charged to lead? Firstly, we really need to understand the diversity of what constitutes emergency management in Australia and how expertise in this area is defined and the principles should be followed. Emergency Management (EM) Definition and Principles: As defined by the US Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 2008 Definition Emergency Management is the managerial function charged with creating the framework within which communities reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with disasters. There are eight principles of emergency management linked with the definition namely: to be comprehensive, progressive, risk-driven, integrated, collaborative, coordinated, flexible, and professional.