Community Based Disaster Preparedness (CBDP) Training Manual for Red Cross Volunteers

Purpose:

The training manual is prepared by the Cambodian Red Cross for the training of Red Cross Volunteers. The manual is a part of the Community-based disaster preparedness (CBDP) series of 4 manuals:

  1. Community-based disaster preparedness training manual (this manual)
  2. Training manual – Mobilizing communities in community based disaster preparedness
  3. Hazard, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment – Community based disaster preparedness
  4. Village disaster reduction plan

The series was produced with financial support from the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and technical support from the International Institute for Disaster Risk Management (IDRM). It was developed using previous training manuals and revised according to the lessons learned from experiences in the implementation CBDP.

Overview: The manual consist of modules in:

  • The basic concepts of disaster (definition of hazard, vulnerability, disaster, profile and disaster situation, cause and affect of disaster)
  • Overview of disaster management (the relationship of hazard, vulnerable and disaster, disaster management, reducing the impact of disaster)
  • Introduction to disaster preparedness (what is disaster preparedness, why is disaster preparedness important, how to prepare for disasters, how to prepare and protect your family)
  • Community-based disaster preparedness or CBDP (what is CBDP, why we implement CBDP, the CBDP process

Usage: Guidance for implementation

Audience: National Society staff and volunteers

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Download: https://www.rcrc-resilience-southeastasia.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1-DP-Manual-in-Eng.pdf

Village Disaster Reduction Plan (CBDP Refresher Course)

Purpose:

The training manual is prepared by the Cambodian Red Cross for the training of Red Cross Volunteers. The manual is a part of the Community-based disaster preparedness (CBDP) series of 4 manuals:

  1. Community-based disaster preparedness training manual
  2. Training manual – Mobilizing communities in community based disaster preparedness
  3. Hazard, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment – Community based disaster preparedness (this manual)
  4. Village disaster reduction plan (this manual)

The series was produced with financial support from the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and technical support from the International Institute for Disaster Risk Management (IDRM). It was developed using previous training manuals and revised according to the lessons learned from experiences in the implementation CBDP.

 

Overview: The manual consist of modules in:

  • 7 steps in formulating a village disaster reduction plan
  • 3 steps for Cambodian Red Cross-assisted disaster reduction measures

Usage: Guidance for implementation

Audience: National Society staff and volunteers

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Training Manual: Mobilizing Communities – Community Based Disaster Preparedness

Purpose: A Training manual on activities taken to effectively implement a community-based disaster preparedness program that includes mobilizing communities.

Overview: The report covers principles and process of community organizing and sustaining community-based disaster preparedness programs including utilizing Red Cross Volunteers (RCV) in group facilitation.

Usage: Training

Audience: Technical staff, Volunteers

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Hazard, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment for Community Based Disaster Preparedness

Purpose:

The training manual is prepared by the Cambodian Red Cross for the training of Red Cross Volunteers. The manual is a part of the Community-based disaster preparedness (CBDP) series of 4 manuals:

  1. Community-based disaster preparedness training manual
  2. Training manual – Mobilizing communities in community based disaster preparedness
  3. Hazard, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment – Community based disaster preparedness (this manual)
  4. Village disaster reduction plan

The series was produced with financial support from the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and technical support from the International Institute for Disaster Risk Management (IDRM). It was developed using previous training manuals and revised according to the lessons learned from experiences in the implementation CBDP.

Overview: The document includes sessions on Participatory Risk Assessment (PRA); components of HVCA; hazard assessment; vulnerability assessment; and capacity assessment.

Usage: Guidance for implementation

Audience: National Society staff and volunteers

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China and Cambodia: Integrated programming and cooperation with local authorities boost communities’ disaster preparedness

Purpose: 

This 8-page case study features integrated programming in community based disaster preparedness (CBDP) as implemented in China and Cambodia. In Cambodia, it highlights the sustainability of the community preparedness through cooperation with local authorities. While in China, the case study focuses on integrated programming which reduces vulnerability holistically in China.

Overview: 

The case study showcases the lessons learned, and the way forward for CBDP. Also it includes key points to consider when planning integrated programming and key points to consider when implementing CBDP in cooperation with local authorities.

Below are the lessons learned:

  • Starting a new programming area, such as disaster preparedness and risk reduction (new to the National Society and to the government), requires that time and effort be put into advocacy and into building an approach best suited to the context. Therefore, such programmes should be planned with a long-term outlook and not just as brief, one-year interventions.
  • The integrated approach to assessment and village preparedness and risk reduction planning, which also considers health risks and risks to livestock, ensured that vulnerabilities were addressed more broadly (including from a health and livelihood perspective) and multiple hazards were taken into account. Using International Federation tools for integrated programming, such as VCA, as an entry point facilitates a holistic approach to risks and capacities.
  • Participatory methods ensured that community members found the identification of vulnerable groups and the focus of mitigation measures fair.
  • At times, communities concentrate on undertaking structural mitigation activities and pay less attention to continuous preparedness and risk reduction measures. It is important to encourage them to introduce continuous preparedness (especially for seasonal hazards) at the same time as implementing one-off risk reduction measures. Efficient cooperation with local authorities can assist in this.
  • While community volunteers may build their skills and knowledge through the development of awareness and understanding of the environment in which they live, they may still lack authority and leadership to mobilize the community. This problem can be remedied by linking the volunteers with the local authorities in order to provide them with the authority required. In addition, on-the-job coaching of volunteers has proven to be an effective way to build their skills and leadership qualities.

Usage: Learning from experience

Audience: National Society leadership, Volunteers, Communication staff

See also: CBDP Training manual series by Cambodian Red Cross prepared within the scope of the same project.

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Download: https://www.ifrc.org/Global/Case%20studies/Disasters/cs-dm-china-cambodia-en.pdf