The applicability of new forms and methods of training and preparation in the Hungarian disaster management

Abstract

Natural and civil disasters are becoming more frequent and more severe in today's modern world. To prevent them, the work of each and every citizen, as well as that of professional disaster management services, is needed. Innovative solutions and technological advances allow for faster and more accurate intervention, but the preparedness of society is essential for successful response. The author's aim is therefore to develop an educational system that could be incorporated into the training systems of companies on a compulsory basis, similar to fire safety and occupational safety training. The article describes the methods, preparation and legal regulation of protection against civil and natural disasters. The most challenging risk factors identified in the Hungary National Disaster Risk Assessment Report 2023 and the process of preparing for them are presented. The author focuses on the processes that take place during the period of prevention, as the main topic of the thesis is the preparation of the population for natural and civil disasters, which takes place during the period of prevention. The author proposes to broaden the palette of methods and tools used for knowledge transfer by using today's modern technology.