K to 12 BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL – SPECIALIZED SUBJECT
DISASTER READINESS AND RISK REDUCTION
Subject Description: is course focuses on the application of scientific knowledge and the solution of practical
problems in a physical environment. It is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical
science and daily living.
No. of Hours/Semester: 80 hours/semester
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
A. Basic concept of disaster and disaster risk
The learners…
1. Explain the meaning of disaster;
2. Differentiate the risk factors underlying disasters;
3. Describe the effects of disasters on one’s life;
4. Explain how and when an event becomes a disaster;
5. Identify areas/locations exposed to hazards that may lead to disasters; and
6. Analyze disaster from the different perspectives (physical, psychological, socio-cultural, economic, political,
and biological).
B. Exposure and Vulnerability
The learners…
1. Enumerate elements exposed to hazards;
2. Explain the meaning of vulnerability;
3. Explain why certain sectors of society are more vulnerable to disaster than others;
4. Analyze why certain structures are more vulnerable to specific hazards than others;
5. Determine the elements that are exposed to a particular hazard;
6. Recognize vulnerabilities of different elements exposed to specific hazards; and
7. Differentiate among hazards, exposure, and vulnerabilities and give examples from actual situations
C. Basic Concept of Hazard
The learners…
1. Define hazards;
2. Give examples of the types of hazards; and
3. Explain the impact of various hazards on different exposed elements.
D. Earthquake Hazards
The learners…
1. Identify various potential earthquake hazards;
2. Recognize the natural signs of an impending tsunami;
3. Analyze the effects of the different earthquake hazards;
4. Interpret different earthquake hazard maps; and
5. Apply precautionary and safety measures before, during, and after an earthquake.
E. Volcano Hazards
The learners…
1. Explain various volcano-related hazards;
2. Differentiate among different volcano hazards;
3. Recognize signs of an impending volcanic eruption;
4. Interpret different volcano hazard maps; and
5. Apply appropriate measures/interventions before, during, and after a volcanic eruption.
F. Other Related Geological Hazards
The learners…
1. Discuss the different geological hazards;
2. Analyze the causes of geological hazards;
3. Recognize signs of impending geological hazards;
4. Interpret geological maps; and
5. Apply mitigation strategies to prevent loss of lives and properties.
G. Hydrometeorological Hazards
The learners…
1. Distinguish and differentiate among and between different hydrometeorological hazards;
2. Recognize signs of impending hydrometeorological hazards;
3. Apply appropriate measures/interventions before, during, and after hydrometeorological hazards;
4. Interpret different hydrometeorological hazard maps; and
5. Use available tools for monitoring hydrometeorological hazards.
H. Fire Hazard
The learners…
1. Recognize elements of the fire triangle in different situations;
2. Analyze the different causes of fires;
3. Observe precautionary measures and proper procedures in addressing a fire incident;
4. Apply basic response procedures during a fire incident; and
5. Follow fire emergency and evacuation plans;
I. Concept of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM)
The learners…
1. Discuss the key concepts, principles, and elements of DRR;
2. Recognize the importance of DRR on one’s life;
3. Discuss different community-based practices for managing disaster risk to specific hazards;
4. Develop a community preparedness plan; and
5. Prepare survival kits and materials for one’s family and for public information and advocacy.
J. What to Expect Between the State and the Citizens
The learners…
1. Explain DRR-related laws and policies;
2. Avail of existing DRR-related services programs and projects; and
3. Abide by public policies on DRRM.