| Papers [1-15] of 100 :: [Page 1 of 7] | | Go to page : 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 —> | Search results on "MOVE DISASTER": |
|
|
"The Move Disaster", 2005.
A critical review of the case study, "The Move Disaster" by Jack H. Nagel.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper reviews "The Move Disaster", by Jack H. Nagel, in which he defines the role of leadership through Mayor Goode's actions in regards to the 1985 police massacre at the MOVE headquarters in Philadelphia. The paper suggests that Nagel's observations are racially motivated by a lack of critical review of the police and the racism problems in the Osage Avenue neighborhoods.
From the Paper
"Critical Review of the Case Study: "The Move Disaster" by Jack H. Nagel II. Key Problems * Poor Leadership by Mayor Wilson Goode in the MOVE Incident * Poor Communication Between Police and the Mayor * Philadelphia Police Action Against the Move Organization * Inability to Take Posthumous Responsibility by Philadelphia Mayor and Police Officials * The main problems with how the City of Philadelphia reacted to MOVE--a African American militant organization--reflected the lack of communication between police and Mayor Goode. Furthermore, a racist policy within the police force helped engage a series of illegal and unconstitutional acts brought against MOVE. Mayoral leadership helped to instigate the 'disaster' portion of this case study, which Nagel makes the title of his investigation. Racist police enforcement was part of the violent and extremely poor execution of an attack against the organization, which become a neighborhood wide explosion of violence and racist hatred. "
| |
|
The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster, 2008.
An analysis of the events that led up to the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster and the changes that NASA has implemented to prevent a similar disaster from occurring.
1,431 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 47.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper introduces and analyzes the topic of the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. Specifically, it analyzes the accident that occurred on the morning of February 1, 2003 and discusses the events that led up to its occurrence. The paper then discusses what NASA learned from the Columbia disaster and the changes that it has implemented as a result.
From the Paper
"In conclusion, NASA learned much from the Columbia disaster, and they have implemented new flight techniques and safety checks that help ensure this type of accident does not happen again. However, the Columbia disaster indicates that communication and decision-making at NASA is sometime suspect, and that continues, even today, even though NASA has developed these new safety checks to help make sure disasters like Columbia do not happen again. While the communication techniques NASA officials use may come into question, ultimately, it is recognized that space travel, although we often take it for granted, is inherently dangerous. Astronauts know that, and so do their families. Every time we send another space shuttle into orbit, we face the possibility of disaster, it is that simple. Still, space travel has largely been safe, and it seems that NASA will continue to promote safe space travel into the future."
| |
|
The Buffalo Creek Disaster, 2004.
An in-depth overview of the 1972 Buffalo Creek disaster which killed over 100 people and the long-term effects on the communities affected.
3,123 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
On February 26, 1972, the coal waster dam at Buffalo Creek collapsed and flooded Logan County's communities with water, sludge, waste and rubble. More than 125 people were killed, 1000 were injured and 4000 left homeless. This paper focuses on this disaster which was not attributed to mother nature. The Buffalo Creek Disaster of 1972, in many circles within the Appalachian community, was considered to be the fault of a mining company. In contrast, the mining company's upper management claim that the dam breaking was an act of God. From an outside point of view, it is difficult to decide which is correct and this is what continues to create controversy. This paper looks at the disaster from many standpoints. First, this paper describes exactly what happened that fateful morning. It looks at different accounts and descriptions of the event. Second, this paper examines the existing trauma still evident among the disaster's survivors and also explores how this event has affected the coal mining industry from the worker's perspective. Third, this paper looks at the lawsuit that quickly followed as part of the aftermath. Finally, this paper attempts to determine who is to blame. The paper looks at steps that the coal-mining executives have taken to improve dam technology and other business practices that seem to incriminate.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
The Disaster
Survivors' Trauma and Long Term Affects
The Lawsuit
Who is to Blame?
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper
"The people of Buffalo Creek would like to see someone accountable for the disaster. Even before the collapse, many citizens had gone to Pittston to complain and display their concern over the dam's safety. Giardina writes, "residents of Buffalo Creek had repeatedly complained to the company that dam was unsafe but had received no response" (2). This would later become an issue as the settlement was being decided based on three out of five manifestations of survivor syndrome. The three being: death imprint, death guilt and psychic numbing."
| |
|
Environmental Perception and Post-Disaster Impact, 2002.
Argues that natural disasters impact society and community differently than do manmade disasters and that this distinction is important to the recovery of communities that have experienced a disasterous event.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 62.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
Natural disasters include such occurrences as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, avalanches or earthquakes. Manmade disasters would include such things as airplane crashes, chemical or nuclear accidents and, of course, war. This paper will demonstrate that the distinction between these two types of disasters is significant, as each triggers different reactions in those individuals and communities who experience them. Such post-disaster impact assumes many forms depending upon variables such as locus of control, and degree of exposure to trauma. It will be argued that community planning to deal with post-disaster impact is equally as important as the reconstruction of the physical landscape after disaster.
| |
|
Model Disaster Plan for Airport, 2007.
A discussion of an airport disaster plan.
4,454 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines a model disaster plan for a small regional airport. The paper explains why the Federal Aviation Authority is encouraging travelers to use regional airports and discusses how important it is for even small facilities to have practical and working disaster plans. The author points this out in light of the 9/11 terrorist attack. The role of various staff members of the airport is highlighted in the paper. The paper includes an appendix of airport safety procedures.
Outline:
Abstract
Statement of Problem
Disasters Included/Excluded from Consideration
Rationale for Included/Excluded Disasters
Personnel and Their Duties: Authority and Responsibility
Personnel Internal and Response Team
Interfaces to Persons both Internal and External to Your Operation
Response Plan and Procedures
Scenario of Events
Fire/Chemical/ Biohazard Threat or Spill
Weather or Natural Disaster Concerns
Regional Power Failure
Earthquake
Tornado
On-site Medical Emergency
In-Flight Emergencies
Terrorist Activity/Security Violations
Requirements for Response Team Activities
Communication and Documentation
References to Supporting Literature
Appendix 1 (recommendations of pre-flight responsibilities including legal and suggested by Willamette Aviation)
Pilot Responsibilities Checklist/ Violation of which will require review and potential suspension of flight privileges:
From the Paper
"Disasters that are likely to occur include natural disasters such as regional, onsite or aircraft fires and or collisions, power failure, individual medical emergencies (including one or more people) floods, earthquakes, heavy winds and biochemical and or chemical hazards, such as spills are included as well as those that must be accounted for but are less likely to occur such as hijacking, terrorist attack and or infiltration or intentional biochemical or chemical attacks either originating at this airport or as an attack on it."
|
| Term Paper # 8950 |
temporarily unavailable
|
|
|
|
The Challenger Disaster, 2006.
An exploration behind the scenes of the Challenger space shuttle disaster.
2,235 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
In this paper the author looks behind the scenes of the Challenger space shuttle disaster. Although the popular reason for the disaster is known as the technical failure of the O-rings, the author explores the intra-personal and inter-personal processes within the Challenger project which, in his opinion, led to the making of the flawed decision to launch the shuttle. He examines all of the processes of communication, leadership, monitoring and group dynamics which played significant roles in the disaster and looks at the roles of named individuals who, in the author's opinion, contributed to incorrect decisions being made by the launch team. In conclusion, the author blames inter-personal and intra-personal processes, which were flawed and problematic, with no one person able to correct the problems evident as the main cause for the disaster.
From the Paper
"Apart from physical communication problems during the project, there were also communication problems relating to areas in the project's planning stages. For instance, launch commit criteria and limits on booster surface temperatures were not communicated between NASA and Thiokol, primarily because they either did not exist, or were not part of the reporting network (Bell, p.47). In not relaying important information such as launch commit criterion, a process was occurring with individuals at various stages prior to the launch, whereby each person was using the communication and reporting process as the locus of responsibility for information disclosure rather than individually accepting responsibility for deciding whether or not to pass on information which he believed to be of significance."
| |
|
Disaster Medical Assistance Teams, 2008.
This paper describes the role of disaster medical assistance teams (DMAT).
2,341 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The paper relates that disaster medical assistance teams are invaluable in providing medical assistance at the sites of various types of disaster. The paper focuses on the South Florida disaster medical assistance team, South FL DMAT-5, that is particularly successful in disaster response.
Outline:
Introduction
South FL DMAT-5
Hurricane Charley
Preparation
Duties of the DMAT
Hurricane Katrina
Conclusions
From the Paper
"Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (DMAT) are defined as 'a group of professional and paraprofessional medical personnel designed to provide emergency medical care during a disaster or other event' (McEntire 156). They are utilized when a disaster or other event results in local medical professionals being overwhelmed by the situation. The system was set up by the National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) in 1985 as a result of a meeting between local and state experts. There are currently 80 DMATs in the NDMS, with more than 7,000 medical and support personnel taking part."
| |
|
Emergency Disaster Planning, 2007.
A review of effective emergency disaster planning for families.
3,073 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper discusses the need for effective emergency disaster planning, particularly the storing of emergency kits. It details what should be included in the kits and lists books that can be read to help prepare the average family. The paper discusses past emergency situations in the United States and how the country should learn from those experiences. The paper concludes with excerpts from Patty Wipfler's article "Helping Our Children Deal with Shocking Events."
Table of Contents:
In Case of an Emergency
Ponder, Plan and Practice
General Emergency "Kit" Guidelines
Past Lessons
Current Considerations
Moving Forward
Somewhat Prepared?
From the Paper
"Think through specific needs and various scenarios. At work, it is a good idea to store several protein bars and a small backpack with toiletries, critical medication, some water and food. It's also a good ides to keep a small emergency disaster kit in a car," experts recommend."
"At home, along with an emergency kit or kits, determine a course of action for emergency and disaster situations. Know evacuation routes. Identify a place family members can meet if they are separated. Each family member needs to have an emergency contact list that includes names and phone numbers for immediate family members and also relatives who live out-of-town. It is a good idea to have two escape routes. One plan is needed for each person to get out of each room; the other, the best way to out of the house. Experts recommend that after the plan is mapped out, it is practiced on a regular basis. (Ibid.)"
| |
|
Disaster Management and Volcanoes, 2007.
A discussion of disaster management in the event of volcanic activity.
979 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 34.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explores both past and current methods of disaster management when volcanic activity occurs. The paper focuses on monitoring and detection as approaches to handling potentially disastrous situations. Various methods of detection are explained, such as seismic monitoring. The author concludes that new methods offer hope for better predictions of volcanic activity, yet more must be done for disaster preparation. This is imperative in order to better predict volcanic events and save the lives of those who witness such a natural disaster.
From the Paper
"Seismic monitoring is one of the most common ways to keep track of volcanic activity (Choi, 2004; Mileti, 1999). Seismometers monitor earth movement, including the earthquakes and tremors that sometimes indicate volcanic activity like underground magma movement (Choi, 2004). Though seismic activity is often linked to volcanic events successfully, not all seismic events indicate a coming eruption (Kerr, 2003). For this reason, seismometer readings do not always provide accurate predictions (Choi, 2004)."
| |
|
Disaster & Fire Defense Planning, 2002.
A study on advance planning and training for fire and emergency disaster relief.
1,070 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 37.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines the planning and management of disaster and fire relief workers and their efforts. It describes the need for a large management system for orchestrating the disaster response; the system used is the incident command system (ICS) for commanding, controlling and coordinating the efforts of individual agencies as they work toward the common goal of stabilizing an emergency or disaster, while making every effort to protect life, property and the environment. The paper examines this system accomplishes these tasks effectively and economically through centralized communications and training.
From the Paper
"The ICS was created as a response to other non-standard terminology?s failure to expand or contract as required by the situation. By enabling various agencies to communicate with each other and expand and contract to help emergency situations, the ICS prevents chaos, individualism, injury, and further damage, while enabling agencies to collect, evaluate and disseminate information about the development of the incident and use of resources."
| |
|
Disaster Recovery Centers, 2008.
A look at the work of disaster recovery centers.
2,483 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 75.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains the purpose of a disaster recovery center (DRC) facility and how it is utilized whenever there is a disaster. Some services that a DRC might offer include guidance relating to disaster recovery, clarifying correspondence, information relating to assistance for housing and rental resource, resolving problems and referrals to other agencies and providing status of the applications being processed. The paper also provides different examples of how these facilities are utilized.
From the Paper
"One example of a typical disaster recovery center is that of the HyperTec Group, a Canadian VAR. This company has decided to take disaster recovery to the next level of functioning, in which the initial idea of building an enormous business continuity and disaster recovery center has been implemented with great success. This BDCR centre is located in Montreal, and it will purportedly be able to provide office accommodation for more than 3,500 workers, while at the same time providing 40,000 feet of high availability, all in the eventuality of a disaster in which the original data of the company may be lost. HyperTec manages and also monitors all the workstations and network switches so that its clients would be able to start working in these premises almost immediately after a disaster, both man-made and natural. According to Bob Novek, his team and himself are all fully aware of the importance that they would play if there is a disaster, and the company, albeit unfortunately, loses its valuable data. They also realize the importance of downtime, he states, and "...they've seen the need that they can't afford to go down". (Hickey, 2006, Oct)"
| |
|
Gerald Stern's "The Buffalo Creek Disaster", 2002.
Summary of a book that chronicles the events that led up to a mining disaster in a small town in West Virginia.
752 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper reviews the horrific mining disaster that took place in a West Virginia mining town in 1972. Information regarding the loss of life and property is taken from Gerald Stern's book, "The Buffalo Creek Disaster: How the Survivors of One of the Worst Disasters in Coal-Mining History Brought Suit Against the Coal Company--And Won". The paper also looks at the negligence of the Buffalo Mining Company, which caused one of the worst man-made disasters in history and the legal case brought against them by survivors of the tragedy.
From the Paper
"A few days prior to February 26, 1972, rain fell almost continuously, which was typical for this time of year. Buffalo Mining officials, concerned about the condition of the highest dam, measured water levels every two hours the night of the twenty-fifth. Although a Pittston official in the area was alerted to the increasing danger, the residents of the hollow were not officially informed. The one positive about living in a small town is that news travels fast. So, despite the lack of warning from company officials, some residents discerned the danger and moved to higher ground. At 8:05 a.m., the dam collapsed and the water obliterated the other two impoundments. Approximately 132 million gallons of black, waste water hurried through the narrow Buffalo Creek concave."
| |
|
Gerald Stern's "The Buffalo Creek Disaster".
This paper discusses the events of this story and the details of the landmark lawsuit are retold in Gerald Stern's "The Buffalo Creek Disaster".
925 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 32.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that, in February of 1972, a dam built of coal waste refuse collapsed, unleashing a torrent of water and waste, sludge derived from coal-mining and coal-washing operations, killing 25 people and leaving the four thousand survivors homeless, their lives devastated, and their personal properties destroyed. The author recounts that Washington DC-based Arnold and Porter, for which Gerald Stern worked, took on the case; Stern's work as an advocate for disenfranchised minority citizens of the American Deep South made him an ideal and idealistic lawyer representing the survivors of the Buffalo Creek disaster. The paper relates the two main aspects to the Buffalo Creek Disaster lawsuit, which Stern won,: (1) The plaintiffs had to prove that Pittston was not simply careless or negligent, but was actually recklessly responsible for the disaster; and (2) Stern had to come up with monetary figures for his plaintiffs, assessing the damages due to them should the lawsuit be successful.
From the Paper
"Following the disaster, which occurred in a section of rural Logan County, West Virginia, the coal company blamed nature, calling the dam failure an "act of God." This vague term was meant to assuage the survivors of the disaster and ease the pain of losing their loved ones and friends. However, the collapse of a waste water dam was obviously no "act of God" and it became apparent that the only way to prevent the coal company from getting away with their gross negligence was to sue and sue big. Stern had hoped to file criminal as well as civil charges against Pittston, the New York corporation that owned the Buffalo Mining Company. Although the Buffalo Mining Company was itself the owner of the dam, Stern reasoned that it would be far simpler and more effective to directly sue Pittston. Part of this decision was based on what Pittston describes as "piercing the corporate veil.""
| |
|
Disaster and Fire Defense Planning, 2002.
An illustration of an Emergency Response Plan (ERP) that every city should have in place and practice on a regular basis in order to save as many lives as possible in the event of a disaster occurring.
1,565 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The paper defines the different types of disasters that can occur and explains why every local fire department should have a disaster plan in place. The paper presents the four phases of Emergency Management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The paper focuses on the response phase by detailing the systems and structures that should be in place in every city in order to respond efficiently to any disaster.
From the Paper
"The first portion of direction and control is establishing an Incident Command System at the site of the disaster. The second portion of direction and control is the establishment of an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) (FEMA, SLG 101, 2002). The functions of these two centers are different. The ICS is concerned with the immediate disaster and information dissemination to the EOC. Both the ICS and EOC are concerned with two phases. For both the ICS and EOC primary concern is protecting life and later the sustainability of services to sustain life. Direction and control is about the integration of services during a disaster. It is important for maintaining organization and structure."
|
|
|
