Prevention 23
Prevention 23 :
Activities to provide outright avoidance of the adverse impacts of hazards and means to minimize related environmental, technological and biological disasters. Comment: Depending on social and technical feasibility and cost/benefit considerations, investing in preventive measures may be justified in areas frequently affected by disasters. These measures may include structural or non-structural measures. Public awareness and education can be used to promote a "culture of prevention" and to encourage local prevention activities. (ISDR) Encompasses activities designed to provide permanent protection from disasters. It includes engineering and other physical protective measures, and also legislative measures controlling land use and urban planning. (UN DHA)
