For instance, a business might develop a contingency plan to maintain operations during an IT system failure by having data backups and alternative communication methods in place. Another example is creating an emergency response plan for unexpected events like power outages or staffing shortages.
The NDRRMP covers four thematic areas, namely, (1) Disaster Prevention and Mitigation; (2) Disaster Preparedness; (3) Disaster Response; and (4) Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery, which correspond to the structure of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).
Disaster risk reduction is about choices. Reducing exposure to hazards, lessening vulnerability of people and property, wise management of land and the environment, and improving preparedness and early warning for adverse events are all examples of disaster risk reduction.
In essence, a disaster recovery plan is a specialized subset of a contingency plan focused on the recovery of IT and data systems, while a contingency plan is more comprehensive, addressing a variety of potential disruptions and outlining broader response strategies.
A management process that analyses disaster risks and establishes arrangements in advance to enable timely, effective and appropriate responses.
A contingency plan is a backup plan designed to address unexpected events or risks that could impact the project's timeline, budget, or quality. A contingency plan is typically implemented when a specific risk event occurs, and it outlines a series of actions to be taken to mitigate the impact of the event.
(g) "Contingency Planning" — a management process that analyzes specific potential events or emerging situations that might threaten society or the environment and establishes arrangements in advance to enable timely, effective and appropriate responses to such events and situations.
Public-private partnership has important roles to play in disaster management, including building business and community resilience, developing community risk awareness and providing essential services.
Public participation in DRR ensures shared responsibility and transparency in DRR planning and implementation. It also allows decision-makers to make communities aware of the risks with which they are faced while informing the community about their own understanding of such risks.