Step 4: Preparedness Task.

 

Once the basic survey, research and damage estimate have been carried out, the vulnerability of the target area can be assessed. Two protective measures that should be assessed are profiled in Table 9 ‘Items for identifying tasks’ and comprise: 

1. Urban planning based on tsunami preparedness; and 

2. The organizational system for dealing with emergencies. 

Based on weaknesses found in these two measures, planners will be able to determine and assess problem areas needing attention.