The role of communication in strengthening emergency preparedness and response plans

Sabri, Syikh Sazlin Shah and Mohd. Hussain, Mohd. Ramzi and Ab Sani, Jasasikin and Abdul Hamed, Sapiah and Rusli, Nazrul (2025) The role of communication in strengthening emergency preparedness and response plans. Semarak International Journal of Design, Built Environment and Sustainability, 2 (1). pp. 41-49. ISSN 3083-9025

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Abstract

Emergency Preparedness and Response plan (EPRPs) are essential components of Safety Management System, designed to prevent and mitigate risks during emergencies. The establishment and existence of an emergency preparedness and response plan is held for multi-functional purposes with the main goal to control and reduce the effects and injuries caused by emergencies. It is important to promote the planning and implementation of emergency preparedness and response plans through effective communication for information sharing and awareness. The need for emergency preparedness and response plans in emergency management is essential. It provides a safe environment for people to live and study, reducing the impact and impact of emergencies. This paper examines the role of communication in the implementation of EPRPs, focusing on how clear and consistent communication can strengthen operational procedures and collaborative efforts in handling emergencies. By improving communication, organizations can prevent any unwanted emergencies. Emergency preparedness and response plans involve documented programs and actions as important steps in mitigating the impact and effects of an emergency. Most are involved in developing policies, programs and systems for emergency preparedness and response plans. This paper uses content analysis to review how communication strategies impact EPRPs effectiveness. The findings emphasize that well-structured communication within organizations not only improves safety awareness but also supports the development of robust emergency mitigation strategies. This paper aims to offer valuable insights to organizations, encouraging them to prioritize communication in strengthening their EPRPs and ensuring a safer environment for all.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Effective communication; Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP); Safety Management System (SMS)
Subjects:	A General Works > AS Academies and learned societies (General) BPC Science and Technology in Islam > BPC175 Islam and engineering. Sustainable engineering. Sustainable building BPG Islamic geography > BPG113 Environmental ethics/responsibility. Sustainable living. G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences > GE196 Sustainable living H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H10 Societies H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H61.8 Communication of information H Social Sciences > HM Sociology > HM711 Groups and organizations H Social Sciences > HM Sociology > HM826 Social institutions H Social Sciences > HT Communities. Classes. Races > HT51 Human settlements. Communities T Technology > T Technology (General) > T10.5 Communication of technical information T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) > TA495 Disasters and engineering
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Landscape Architecture Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
Depositing User:	Dr Mohd Ramzi Mohd Hussain
Date Deposited:	10 Apr 2025 10:23
Last Modified:	10 Apr 2025 10:23
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/120531

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