Climate-Related and Public Health Hazards Quiz

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What is the main purpose of assessing the impacts of hazards?

  • To minimize community engagement in risk assessment
  • To identify vulnerable areas and develop preparedness measures (correct)
  • To increase the economic impact of hazards
  • To cause harm to people, infrastructure, and the environment

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of hazards as mentioned in the text?

  • Loss of livelihoods
  • Disruption of essential services
  • Increase in infrastructure resilience (correct)
  • Displacement of communities

What is a key element of effective risk management mentioned in the text?

  • Preparedness only
  • Combination of prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery measures (correct)
  • Response only
  • Prevention only

Why is community engagement considered essential in hazard management plans?

<p>To decrease vulnerability of communities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hazards are caused by industrial processes and transportation accidents?

<p>Technological hazards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of hazards on the economy based on the text?

<p>Infrastructure damage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of risk management aims to enhance the resilience of communities?

<p>Recovery phase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Engaging with local communities' is essential for which aspect according to the text?

<p>Developing effective hazard management plans (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial for preparedness and response efforts according to the text?

<p>Understanding potential impacts of hazards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect helps in fostering ownership and increasing the success of interventions?

<p>Community engagement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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