Disaster Preparedness Mitigation Assessments 'A USPACOM Theater Engagement Tool'

摘要

The Disaster Preparedness Mitigation Assessment (DPMA) is an evaluation method to gage the overall readiness of a Host nation (HN) to react to a natural or manmade disaster. The DPMA is a Humanitarian Assistance component of USPACOM Theater Security Cooperation Plan (TSCP). Focused primarily on the smaller island nations of the PACOM Area of Responsibility (AOR), it serves as a significant tool for the Joint Task Force (JTF) Commander in his preparation for, and execution of, US assistance or HN request for disaster support. DMPA products remain with the HN for ongoing mitigation planning and coordination. It further combines both US military and strategic civilian agency capabilities and integrates then into deployable teams for mission execution. It represents a significant vehicle for maximum utilization of United States Army Reserve (USAR) civilian acquired skills and integration with civilian subject mater experts. In a strategic context the DPMA serves as a significant engagement option for USPACOM. It represents a valuable too for shaping the security environment in theater. It allows USPACOM to support the National Military Strategy via its TSCP. It affords USPACOM with the opportunity to engage smaller Pacific nations in a manner that provides real time benefits for potential disaster relief. The DPMA program provides the United States, through USPACOM, with engagement options with nations where military assistance is not appropriate and is not strictly related to military assistance or combat training.