Earthquakes are sudden ground shaking caused by rock shifting underground. High-risk areas include Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington and Mississippi River Valley. Best preparation is before the earthquake occurs. Build emergency supplies and consider earthquake insurance. Fix building structural issues before the earthquake
PSM manages hazardous substance handling systems to prevent major incidents. 56 process safety events between 2007-2017 led to 128 deaths. West Fertilizer explosion in 2013 killed 15, injured 200, cost $230M
Life skills are fundamental abilities for effective daily management. Personal care includes health maintenance, self-discipline, and schedule planning. House keeping necessitates cooking, DIY repairs, and basic home maintenance. Workplace skills involve clear communication, problem-solving, and adaptability
Heatwaves cause approximately 489,000 deaths annually from 2000 to 2019. Population exposure to heatwaves increased by 125 million between 2000 and 2016. Heatwaves affect both urban and rural communities, disrupting livelihoods
Earthquake lights may appear days or seconds before the event. Animals may abandon homes or breeding grounds before earthquakes. Chickens may stop laying eggs before an earthquake. Catfish may react violently to electric field changes. Dogs and cats may show nervous behavior and howl loudly
Code covers occupational health, safety, living on board and emergency procedures. Safe working culture requires management of change and risk assessment. Employers must provide safety induction and conduct regular health surveillance