A Study of the Potential and Capability of Local Administrative Organizations in Disaster Prevention and Mitigation

Abstract

The development of disaster prevention and mitigation personnel in local administrative organizations (LAOs) is crucial due to their roles and responsibilities in preventing and mitigating disasters. This is considered one of the key mechanisms at the local level for disaster prevention and mitigation. The purposes of this study were: 1) to examine the importance and status of LAOs’ disaster prevention and mitigation missions, and 2) to assess the potential and capacity of LAOs in disaster prevention and mitigation. The study involved analyzing qualitative research data through documentary research and focus groups. The results of the study indicated that the disaster prevention and mitigation operations of local administrative organizations require development in the following areas: 1) Relevant laws and regulations, 2) Duties and responsibilities of local government organizations in public service provision, 3) Organizational structure, 4) Human resource management in disaster prevention and mitigation, 5) Budget allocation for disaster prevention and mitigation, and 6) Resources for disaster prevention and mitigation.