,PUB2602 Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 8 May 2025;
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explanations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE,ASSURED EXCELLENCE
QUESTION 1: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING 1.1 Define
"disaster management" and explain its significance in public
administration in your own words. [10] PUB2601 1.2 Classify
and describe the different categories of disasters. Provide
examples of each category relevant to South Africa. [15]
QUESTION 2: ANALYTICAL APPLICATION 2.1 Discuss the
principles of disaster management and evaluate their
importance in practical disaster scenarios. [25] QUESTION 3:
PUB2603 CASE STUDY 3.1 Choose one real-life disaster event in
South Africa and identify the role of the national government in
addressing the event. [25] PUB2604 QUESTION 4: REFLECTION
AND RECOMMENDATIONS PUB2605 4.1 Reflect on how
effective disaster management strategies can mitigate the
impact of disasters on vulnerable populations
QUESTION 1: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING
1.1 Definition of Disaster Management and Its Significance in
Public Administration [10]
Definition:
Disaster management refers to the coordinated efforts and
processes undertaken to prepare for, respond to, recover from,
, and mitigate the effects of disasters. It involves planning,
organizing resources, risk assessment, and implementing
measures to minimize damage and protect lives and
infrastructure.
Significance in Public Administration:
Policy Formulation: Governments develop disaster
management policies and frameworks to guide responses.
Emergency Preparedness: Ensures that public services and
infrastructure are resilient to disasters.
Resource Allocation: Facilitates efficient distribution of
resources to affected areas.
Risk Reduction: Helps in minimizing the socio-economic
impact of disasters.
Intergovernmental Coordination: Encourages cooperation
among local, provincial, and national authorities.
1.2 Categories of Disasters in South Africa with Examples [15]
Disasters are classified into the following categories:
1. Natural Disasters – Events caused by natural forces.
o Examples:
Floods (KwaZulu-Natal floods, 2022)
Droughts (Eastern Cape drought crisis)
Wildfires (Table Mountain fires, 2021)
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 8 May 2025;
100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and
explanations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE,ASSURED EXCELLENCE
QUESTION 1: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING 1.1 Define
"disaster management" and explain its significance in public
administration in your own words. [10] PUB2601 1.2 Classify
and describe the different categories of disasters. Provide
examples of each category relevant to South Africa. [15]
QUESTION 2: ANALYTICAL APPLICATION 2.1 Discuss the
principles of disaster management and evaluate their
importance in practical disaster scenarios. [25] QUESTION 3:
PUB2603 CASE STUDY 3.1 Choose one real-life disaster event in
South Africa and identify the role of the national government in
addressing the event. [25] PUB2604 QUESTION 4: REFLECTION
AND RECOMMENDATIONS PUB2605 4.1 Reflect on how
effective disaster management strategies can mitigate the
impact of disasters on vulnerable populations
QUESTION 1: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING
1.1 Definition of Disaster Management and Its Significance in
Public Administration [10]
Definition:
Disaster management refers to the coordinated efforts and
processes undertaken to prepare for, respond to, recover from,
, and mitigate the effects of disasters. It involves planning,
organizing resources, risk assessment, and implementing
measures to minimize damage and protect lives and
infrastructure.
Significance in Public Administration:
Policy Formulation: Governments develop disaster
management policies and frameworks to guide responses.
Emergency Preparedness: Ensures that public services and
infrastructure are resilient to disasters.
Resource Allocation: Facilitates efficient distribution of
resources to affected areas.
Risk Reduction: Helps in minimizing the socio-economic
impact of disasters.
Intergovernmental Coordination: Encourages cooperation
among local, provincial, and national authorities.
1.2 Categories of Disasters in South Africa with Examples [15]
Disasters are classified into the following categories:
1. Natural Disasters – Events caused by natural forces.
o Examples:
Floods (KwaZulu-Natal floods, 2022)
Droughts (Eastern Cape drought crisis)
Wildfires (Table Mountain fires, 2021)
