Publication

Risk Assessment Tools and Indicators of Surge Capacity of Health in Disasters

Author(s)

Hamid Reza Khankeh PhD With contributions from : Shokoofeh Ahmadi, Ali Ardalan, Davood Khorasani, Leila Daddoost, Maryam Ranjbar, Mohammad Sarvar, Ahmad Soltani, Elham Seyadat, Amin Saberinia, Mohammad Taghi Talebian, Babak Farzin Nia, Elham Ghanat Pisheh, Jafar Miadfar, Maryam Nakhaei

Year

2014

Language

Persian

Scopus Subject Area

Public Health, Disaster & Emergency Management, Health Systems & Services, Risk Assessment & Preparedness

Citation Info

Khankeh HR.Risk Assessment Tools and Indicators of Surge Capacity of Health in Disasters. Tehran: University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences (USWR Press); 2014. ISBN: 978‑600‑6442‑27‑3.

 

EndNote

summary

The book presents a comprehensive national framework for assessing health sector risks and surge capacity in disasters and emergencies. Developed by leading experts in disaster health management, it introduces standardized tools for evaluating hazards, vulnerabilities, and response capabilities across Iran’s health system. The guide includes three major components: 1. tools for assessing the capacity of the health sector to respond to disasters, 2. tools for identifying and analyzing hazards and threats, and 3. tools for evaluating hospital and healthcare facility preparedness. Designed for policymakers, emergency managers, hospital administrators, and disaster health professionals, the book provides validated, context specific instruments to support evidence based planning, risk mapping, and preparedness improvement at national and regional levels.