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45 Module 4: Disaster Management Loss Control Management (LCM)

Man-made or Human Induced Disasters

These are the consequence of the technological or human hazards. Examples include
stampedes, fires, transport accidents, industrial accidents, oil spills, and nuclear explosions/radiations. As
with natural hazards, man-made hazards are events that have not happened, for instance terrorism. Man-
made disasters are examples of specific cases where man-made hazards have become reality in an
event.

Factors Affecting Disaster

Host Factors Environmental Factors
•Age •Physical Factors
•Immunization Status •Chemical Factors
•Degree of Mobility •Social Factors
•Emotional Stability •Biological Factors
•Psychological Factors

When is an Event a Disaster?

• At least 20% of the population are affected and in need of energy assistance or those
dwelling units have been destroyed.
• A great number or at least 40% of the means of livelihood such as bancas, fishing boats,
vehicles and the like are destroyed.
• Major roads and bridges are destroyed and impassable for at least a week, thus disrupting
the flow of transport and commerce.

• Widespread destruction of fishponds, crops, poultry, livestock and other agricultural products.
• Epidemics

Why are Disaster Impacts Increasing?

• Increased in population
• Climate change

• Increased vulnerability due to:
• Demographic changes
• Increased concentration of assets
• Environmental degradation
• Poverty
• Rapid urbanization and unplanned development.

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