Lesson 8 - Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management System

Read the passage carefully. Which law is also known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010?

• Republic Act 10121

• Republic Act 10122

• Republic Act 10120

• Republic Act 10123

In what year was Republic Act 10121 signed into law?

• 2010

• 2007

• 2012

• 2005

The main function of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) as described in the passage is:

• to coordinate disaster risk reduction and management efforts in the country

• to provide financial aid to all citizens

• to conduct weather forecasting only

• to manage international relations

Who heads the NDRRMC according to the passage?

• Secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development

• Secretary of the Department of National Defense

• Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology

• Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government

The structure of the NDRRMC reflects the need to address different aspects of disaster management. Which of the following best supports this statement?

• It includes representatives from various government agencies to handle preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.

• It focuses only on emergency response teams for immediate action.

• It is managed solely by the Department of Health for medical emergencies.

• It operates independently without coordination with other agencies.

Refer to the passage and Figure 2 Organizational Chart of NDRRMC. Which of the following is NOT a member of the NDRRMC?

• Department of Education (DEP ED)

• Philippine National Police (PNP)

• Department of Tourism (DOT)

• Department of Agriculture (DA)

• Department of Sports (DOS)

What is the main function of the NDRRMC as described in the passage?

• The NDRRMC is empowered with policy-making, coordination, integration, supervision, monitoring and evaluation functions related to disaster risk reduction and management.

• The NDRRMC is responsible for providing financial aid to disaster victims only.

• The NDRRMC is tasked with organizing community festivals and events.

• The NDRRMC is in charge of maintaining public transportation systems.

Refer to the passage and Figure 2 Organizational Chart of NDRRMC.

• True

• False

The inclusion of both government and non-government representatives in the NDRRMC might improve disaster management outcomes because:

• It allows for a wider range of expertise and resources to be utilized.

• It limits the number of people involved in decision-making.

• It ensures only government perspectives are considered.

• It reduces the need for community involvement.

What is the primary mission of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) as stated in Section 8 of the law?

• To provide financial aid to disaster victims

• To administer a comprehensive national civil defense and disaster risk reduction and management program

• To build infrastructure in disaster-prone areas

• To conduct military operations during disasters